O'Hare International Airport
17 miles (27 km) from the city centre. 84.9 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | CTA Blue Line to the Loop, runs 24 hours | about 42m | $5 |
Flights from Houston to Chicago
4 airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Chicago.
- Distance
- 942 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- Same time
- Nonstop airlines
- 4
Fares from Houston to Chicago
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | MDW Midway International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| United Airlines | IAH George Bush Intercontinental Airport | ORD O'Hare International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | HOU William P. Hobby Airport | MDW Midway International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Chicago
Midway International Airport
12 miles (19 km) from the city centre. 19.4 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | CTA Orange Line to the Loop (all day, not overnight) | about 22m | $2.50 |
Before you go
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
Chicago is the same time as Houston. Chicago uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Chicago guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Houston to Chicago?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Chicago?
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop.
Which airports do nonstop flights use?
Nonstop flights leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW).
How far is Chicago from Houston?
About 942 miles (1,516 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Chicago is the same time as Houston.
What ID do I need to fly to Chicago?
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
How do I get from O'Hare International Airport into Chicago?
CTA Blue Line to the Loop, runs 24 hours, about 42 minutes, $5.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.