4 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Philadelphia.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | PHL Philadelphia International Airport |
| United Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | PHL Philadelphia International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | ORD O'Hare International Airport | PHL Philadelphia International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | MDW Midway International Airport | PHL Philadelphia International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
7 miles (11 km) from the city centre. 30.9 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | SEPTA Airport Line to Center City (Suburban Station) | about 24m | – |
| Taxi | Taxi, flat rate between the airport and Center City | – | $32 flat rate |
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Philadelphia uses the US dollar (USD).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, American Airlines, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Nonstop flights leave from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW) and arrive at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
About 664 miles (1,068 km), measured between the city centres.
Philadelphia is 1 hour ahead of Chicago.
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
SEPTA Airport Line to Center City (Suburban Station), about 24 minutes.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.