🇺🇸 MDT
Harrisburg
594 mi
ORD 🇺🇸
Chicago

Harrisburg to Chicago Flights

Harrisburg International Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport 6 airlines

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The Harrisburg to Chicago route connects Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) in US with Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in US. This short-haul flight covers approximately 594 miles (956 km) with a typical flight time of 1h 37m. This route is served by 6 airlines: Envoy Air, United, GoJet and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 44 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Harrisburg (MDT) → Chicago O’Hare (ORD) route spans 594 miles (956 km), linking Pennsylvania’s capital region with one of the nation’s largest air hubs. Typical nonstop flight time is about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes, with additional time for taxiing and ORD’s busy airspace. Travelers choose this route for efficient access to Chicago’s business districts, conventions, and cultural attractions, and for ORD’s extensive onward connections across the U.S. and internationally. MDT’s smaller footprint often means shorter security lines and easier parking, while ORD offers abundant ground transportation into the city. It’s a practical corridor for corporate travel, weekend city breaks, and Midwest connections.

Travel Tips

Book early for the best fares, especially around holidays and major Chicago events; midweek departures often price lower in USD than Friday/Sunday peaks. At MDT, arrive about 90 minutes before departure; it’s compact, but morning banks can create brief security queues. At ORD, plan extra time for gate changes and long walks—Terminal 1–3 connections can be lengthy. For downtown Chicago, the CTA Blue Line from O’Hare is a cost-effective option; rideshares and taxis are faster at off-peak hours but can surge during rush periods. Expect variable turbulence over the Great Lakes region and occasional delays from Chicago weather, so pack essentials in a carry-on.

Destination Highlights

Chicago pairs iconic architecture with lakefront energy. Start with Millennium Park (Cloud Gate), stroll the Chicago Riverwalk, and take an architecture boat tour for a quick understanding of the skyline. The Art Institute of Chicago is a must for world-class collections, while Navy Pier offers family-friendly views and entertainment. For neighborhoods, explore the Loop for landmarks, River North for dining and galleries, and Wicker Park for boutiques and nightlife. Food is a highlight: try deep-dish pizza, a classic Chicago-style hot dog, and Italian beef sandwiches. On warm days, the Lakefront Trail and beaches deliver an unexpected urban-outdoor mix.

Best Time to Fly

Late April–June and September–October balance comfortable weather with generally better availability than midsummer. Summer brings festivals and higher demand, while winter can mean lower fares but increased delay risk from snow, wind, and low visibility at ORD. Peak pricing often clusters around Memorial Day, July, Labor Day, and late November. Notable draws include Lollapalooza (August) and major conventions that can tighten hotel and flight inventory.

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

Harrisburg International Airport

ICAO Code:
KMDT
IATA Code:
MDT
City:
🇺🇸 Harrisburg
Country:
US
Elevation:
310 ft

Destination Airport

Chicago O'Hare International Airport

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

6

Operators

44

Tracked Flights

594

Miles

1h 37m

Flight Duration

Route Map

Great Circle
Flight route map from Harrisburg to Chicago
Map data © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap contributors

Operating Airlines

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

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day Flights Observed Frequency Activity
Monday 76 15%
Tuesday 64 13%
Wednesday 62 12%
Thursday 75 15%
Friday 86 17%
Saturday 69 14%
Sunday 79 15%

Pattern Analysis

44 Tracked Flights:
Data Points: 511
API observations used to build this analysis
Weekdays: 363 flights
Weekend: 148 flights
Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

6 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
A319 18:43 6:43 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
Envoy Air
ENY / MQ
E170 16:36 4:36 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
GoJet
GJS / G7
CRJ7 14:10 2:10 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
Republic
RPA / YX
E75L 11:53 11:53 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
SkyWest
SKW / OO
CRJ7 10:42 10:42 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
United
UAL / UA
B737 17:54 5:54 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
May 9, 2026 Active
Total Routes: 6
Active Routes: 6
Unique Airlines: 6
Aircraft Types: 6

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time Operator ICAO IATA
10:42 10:42 AM SkyWest SKW OO
11:53 11:53 AM Republic RPA YX
14:10 2:10 PM GoJet GJS G7
16:36 4:36 PM Envoy Air ENY MQ
17:54 5:54 PM United UAL UA
18:43 6:43 PM American Airlines AAL AA

Time Information

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

Total Departure Times: 6
Time Range:
10:42 - 18:43
These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.