Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Dallas

4 airlines fly nonstop from Chicago O Hare International (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW). It's 802 miles (1,290 km), about 2h 41m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and others.

ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
Flight Time
2h 41m
Distance
802 mi
1,290 km
CO₂/pax
148 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
American Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
ORD → DFW
Flight Time
2h 41m
Distance
802 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
ORD → DFW
Flight Time
2h 41m
Distance
802 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
ORD → DFW
Flight Time
2h 41m
Distance
802 mi
United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
ORD → DFW
Flight Time
2h 41m
Distance
802 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chicago to Dallas with one stop · direct emits 148 kg CO₂ per passenger

ORD COU (Columbia) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 29m (315 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (489 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → COU
1h 29m · 315 mi
View ORD to COU flights →
Leg 2
COU → DFW
1h 54m · 489 mi
View COU to DFW flights →
ORD STL (Saint Louis) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 26m (258 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (549 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → STL
1h 26m · 258 mi
View ORD to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DFW
2h 2m · 549 mi
View STL to DFW flights →
ORD BMI (Bloomington) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 2m (116 mi) Leg 2: 2h 27m (690 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → BMI
1h 2m · 116 mi
View ORD to BMI flights →
Leg 2
BMI → DFW
2h 27m · 690 mi
View BMI to DFW flights →
ORD XNA (Bentonville) DFW
Leg 1: 2h 1m (521 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (280 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → XNA
2h 1m · 521 mi
View ORD to XNA flights →
Leg 2
XNA → DFW
1h 29m · 280 mi
View XNA to DFW flights →
ORD SGF (Springfield) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 51m (439 mi) Leg 2: 1h 39m (363 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → SGF
1h 51m · 439 mi
View ORD to SGF flights →
Leg 2
SGF → DFW
1h 39m · 363 mi
View SGF to DFW flights →

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DFW → ORD: Flights from Dallas to Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chicago to Dallas?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Dallas (DFW) takes approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes. The distance is 802 miles (1,290 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Dallas?

4 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Dallas?

Yes. 4 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines.

How far is Chicago from Dallas?

The flight distance from Chicago to Dallas is 802 miles (1,290 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Chicago to Dallas?

At 2h 41m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chicago to Dallas?

Roughly 148 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 740 km.

Is the return flight from Dallas to Chicago also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Dallas?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chicago O Hare International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.