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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 286
Typical prices: C$ 245-C$ 519
Frontier
Sun 9/12Thu 13/12
ORD - MCO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 304
Typical prices: C$ 246-C$ 525
United Airlines
Sun 21/10Sun 28/10
ORD - MCO • Direct
Advice from real travellers
Pack light with a personal item for lower fares on Chicago to Orlando weekend trips.
Bring a seat cushion for a more comfortable flight on this route.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 52m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 30% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 200 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Orlando (ORD-MCO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Orlando

Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Frontier Logo
8:10 a.m. - 5:23 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
8h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
10:58 p.m. - 1:09 a.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 11mdirect
C$ 286Frontier
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Frontier Logo
10:40 a.m. - 12:09 a.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
12h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Frontier Logo
6:30 a.m. - 8:46 a.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 16mdirect
C$ 293Frontier
Sat, 17 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
JetBlue Logo
2:55 p.m. - 10:14 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
6h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
6:54 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 296JetBlue
Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
JetBlue Logo
2:42 p.m. - 10:24 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
6h 42m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
6:54 p.m. - 11:57 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 303JetBlue
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
United Airlines Logo
7:57 p.m. - 11:54 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 57mdirect
United Airlines Logo
4:32 p.m. - 6:49 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 17mdirect
C$ 304United Airlines
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Frontier Logo
10:26 a.m. - 5:24 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
5h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
12:54 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 310Frontier
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
United Airlines Logo
7:15 a.m. - 1:57 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
5h 42m1 stop Cleveland Hopkins Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:52 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 13mdirect
C$ 313United Airlines
Sat, 23 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
United Airlines Logo
8:40 a.m. - 2:59 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
5h 19m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 a.m. - 11:59 a.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 14mdirect
C$ 318United Airlines
Mon, 26 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
United Airlines Logo
2:20 p.m. - 6:11 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
2h 51mdirect
United Airlines Logo
6:30 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 10mdirect
C$ 326United Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
Delta Logo
7:10 a.m. - 1:37 p.m.ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCO Orlando
5h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.MCO  Orlando-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 332Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport start at C$ 286. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 245 to C$ 519. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 286 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport and is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport at C$ 260 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 476) and March (C$ 457) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 83% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Orlando

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD and MCO

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 153
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 25% lower on average.
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport

When to book flights from Chicago to Orlando

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Flights from Chicago to Orlando: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Chicago to Orlando 
SteveFlew with Spirit AirlinesMar 2026
Bring a seat cushion if you're flying Spirit.
LaurenFlew with Spirit AirlinesFeb 2024
If you can get by with a personal item, spirit has the best prices often at the best times to fly chicago to orlando for a weekend

Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Orlando Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Orlando (MCO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 200 round-trip via Philadelphia (PHL), compared to C$ 374 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 45–C$ 139 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 71% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) – 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 326 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 415, a difference of C$ 89. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 36 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Orlando Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Orlando Airport are Universal Orlando Resort, Universal CityWalk, and Universal Volcano Bay. These are among the most viewed places in Orlando Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:40 am and lands at 8:32 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 11:12 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 52m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 13% above the route average of C$ 370. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport take?

    A direct flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport takes 2h 52m, covering 2,605 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 166, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 85% on time
    • Southwest: 83% on time
    • Frontier: 80% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 19m, compared with 6h 30m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 6h 40m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Orlando Airport?

    Orlando Airport is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Orlando Airport (MCO)?

    Orlando Airport (MCO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Rent-A-Wreck
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport range from C$ 245 to C$ 519, with an average of C$ 370 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 245 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 326 – about C$ 89 less than Sunday (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 260 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 217 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 85% of United Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 80%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours36 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Philadelphia Airport (PHL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 200 round-trip on this route – about C$ 174 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Orlando Airport.
    - Ramada by Wyndham Suites Orlando Airport
    - Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport
    - Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Orlando?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Orlando Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Orlando

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Orlando to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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