Compare Chicago (ORD) → Orlando (MCO) flights on a timeline
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ORD to MCO at a glance
- Distance~1,005 mi
- Typical nonstop2h 55m
- Daily nonstops~20+
- Nonstop carriersUnited, American, Southwest, Spirit, Frontier
- Common aircraftBoeing 737, Airbus A320, Airbus A321
Figures are typical/approximate and can change seasonally — load the live search above for today’s exact schedules and prices.
Using points? What a Orlando award is worth
A high-frequency leisure route where the win is cash price, not CPP. Ultra-low-cost carriers keep base fares low; the timeline is handy for dodging the miserable early-morning and red-eye departures that the cheapest fares often hide.
Most comfortable way to fly ORD–MCO
All narrowbody at under 3 hours, so comfort differences are modest — the mainline carriers (United, American) edge out the ultra-low-cost options on seat pitch and included extras.
ORD–MCO FAQ
How long is the Chicago to Orlando flight?
About 2 hours 55 minutes nonstop.
Which airlines fly nonstop ORD–MCO?
United and American from O’Hare, plus Southwest, Spirit, and Frontier (some from Chicago Midway), all fly Chicago–Orlando nonstop.
What is the cheapest time to fly ORD–MCO?
Outside school holidays — late January, and the weeks after Labor Day — are cheapest.
Can I book ORD–MCO with points?
Yes, though on a short domestic hop the cents-per-point value is usually modest; compare it against the cash fare with the award button.