Direct (nonstop) flights from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago

1 airline flys nonstop from Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Chicago O Hare International (ORD). It's 341 miles (548 km), about 1h 47m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

CIU
Sault Ste Marie
🇺🇸 Sault Ste. Marie, USA
ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
Flight Time
1h 47m
Distance
341 mi
548 km
CO₂/pax
63 kg
−58 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
CIU → ORD
Flight Time
1h 47m
Distance
341 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago with one stop · direct emits 63 kg CO₂ per passenger

CIU DTW (Detroit) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (284 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (234 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+92% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CIU → DTW
1h 20m · 284 mi
View CIU to DTW flights →
Leg 2
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
View DTW to ORD flights →
CIU MSP (Minneapolis) ORD
Leg 1: 1h 58m (434 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (334 mi) Total: ~3h 39m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+165% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CIU → MSP
1h 58m · 434 mi
View CIU to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → ORD
1h 41m · 334 mi
View MSP to ORD flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from Sault Ste. Marie (CIU) to Chicago (ORD) takes approximately 1 hours and 47 minutes. The distance is 341 miles (548 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is Sault Ste. Marie from Chicago?

The flight distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago is 341 miles (548 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago?

At 1h 47m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago?

Roughly 63 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 315 km.

Is the return flight from Chicago to Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie to Chicago?

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 Sault Ste Marie for this flight?

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