Dayton to Chicago Flights (DAY-ORD)

🇺🇸 DAY

Dayton

240 mi

ORD 🇺🇸

Chicago

James M Cox Dayton International Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport 7 airlines

The Dayton to Chicago route connects James M Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) in US with Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in US. This short-haul flight covers approximately 240 miles (386 km) with a typical flight time of 1h 4m. This route is served by 7 airlines: GoJet, PSA Airlines, Envoy Air and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 61 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Dayton International Airport (DAY) to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) route covers about 240 miles (386 km), linking southwest Ohio with one of the nation’s busiest airline hubs. Typical nonstop flight time is roughly 1 hour, though total travel time varies with taxi, congestion, and seasonal weather. Travelers choose this short hop for fast access to Chicago and for convenient connections onward via ORD’s extensive domestic and international network. It’s also a practical alternative to driving, which can take 4–5+ hours depending on traffic. The route is popular with business travelers heading to Chicago’s Loop and convention centers, as well as leisure travelers using ORD as a gateway to global destinations.

Travel Tips

For the 240 miles (386 km) between DAY and ORD, nonstop flights can sell out during weekday business peaks, so book early for the best fares in USD. Aim to arrive at DAY 60–90 minutes before departure; security lines are often manageable, but morning banks can be busier. At ORD, allow extra time for taxi-in and gate changes—O’Hare is large, and walking between concourses can take longer than expected. If you have a connection, verify your terminal and airline in advance and consider a longer layover in winter, when snow and de-icing can cause delays. Pack essentials in your carry-on, and choose a seat nearer the front if you’re tight on time.

Destination Highlights

Chicago pairs big-city energy with lakefront scenery and neighborhood character. Start with Millennium Park (Cloud Gate), the Art Institute of Chicago, and an architecture cruise on the Chicago River for an iconic skyline view. Along Lake Michigan, the Lakefront Trail and Navy Pier offer easy, scenic exploring. Food is a major draw: try deep-dish pizza, a classic Chicago-style hot dog, and Italian beef, plus world-class dining in the West Loop. For shopping and strolls, head to the Magnificent Mile; for nightlife and restaurants, explore River North and Wicker Park. Museums like the Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium round out a strong itinerary.

Best Time to Fly

Late April through June and September through October often bring comfortable weather and strong flight availability, making them ideal for a quick trip. Summer is lively but can be pricier around peak weekends and major events, while winter can mean lower fares in USD but higher risk of weather disruptions at ORD. For festival season, consider May–July; for fewer crowds and mild temperatures, early fall is a sweet spot. Midweek departures frequently cost less than Friday–Sunday travel on this short 240 miles (386 km) route.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

James M Cox Dayton International Airport

ICAO Code:: KDAY
IATA Code:: DAY
City:: 🇺🇸 Dayton
Country:: US
Elevation:: 1009 ft

Destination Airport

Chicago O'Hare International Airport

ICAO Code:: KORD
IATA Code:: ORD
City:: 🇺🇸 Chicago
Country:: US
Elevation:: 680 ft

Operators

Tracked Flights

240

Miles

1h 4m

Flight Duration

Route Map

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Operating Airlines

Airline	ICAO	IATA
GoJet	`GJS`	`G7`
PSA Airlines	`JIA`	`OH`
Envoy Air	`ENY`	`MQ`
SkyWest	`SKW`	`OO`
United	`UAL`	`UA`
Republic	`RPA`	`YX`
American Airlines	`AAL`	`AA`

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day	Flights Observed	Frequency
Monday	95	13%
Tuesday	113	15%
Wednesday	99	13%
Thursday	107	14%
Friday	132	18%
Saturday	89	12%
Sunday	109	15%

Pattern Analysis

61 Tracked Flights:

Data Points: 744
API observations used to build this analysis

Weekdays: 546 flights
Weekend: 198 flights

Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

7 Routes

Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.

Airline	Flight Numbers	Aircraft Type	Typical Time	Days Active	Last Seen	Status
American Airlines `AAL` / `AA`	-	B738	-	M T W T F S S	Aug 17, 2025	Active
Envoy Air `ENY` / `MQ`		CRJ7	18:30 6:30 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	May 10, 2026	Active
GoJet `GJS` / `G7`		CRJ7	18:03 6:03 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	May 10, 2026	Active
PSA Airlines `JIA` / `OH`		CRJ7	12:41 12:41 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Mar 17, 2026	Active
Republic `RPA` / `YX`		E170	09:14 9:14 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Mar 17, 2026	Active
SkyWest `SKW` / `OO`		E75L	18:10 6:10 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 12, 2026	Active
United `UAL` / `UA`		A319	07:00 7:00 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Dec 1, 2025	Active

Total Routes: 7

Active Routes: 7

Unique Airlines: 7

Aircraft Types: 7

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time	Operator	ICAO	IATA
07:00 7:00 AM	United	`UAL`	`UA`
09:14 9:14 AM	Republic	`RPA`	`YX`
12:41 12:41 PM	PSA Airlines	`JIA`	`OH`
18:03 6:03 PM	GoJet	`GJS`	`G7`
18:10 6:10 PM	SkyWest	`SKW`	`OO`
18:30 6:30 PM	Envoy Air	`ENY`	`MQ`

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (KDAY - America/New_York).

Total Departure Times: 6

Time Range:
07:00 - 18:30

These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.

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