Direct (nonstop) flights from Chicago to Dallas

1 airline flys nonstop from Chicago O Hare International (ORD) to Dallas Love Fld (DAL). It's 798 miles (1,284 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

ORD
Chicago O Hare International
🇺🇸 Chicago, USA
DAL
Dallas Love Fld
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
798 mi
1,284 km
CO₂/pax
148 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
ORD → DAL
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
798 mi

Alternative Routes

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

ORD LIT (Little Rock) DAL
Leg 1: 2h 4m (552 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → LIT
2h 4m · 552 mi
View ORD to LIT flights →
Leg 2
LIT → DAL
1h 10m · 296 mi
View LIT to DAL flights →
ORD STL (Saint Louis) DAL
Leg 1: 1h 26m (258 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (545 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → STL
1h 26m · 258 mi
View ORD to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DAL
1h 50m · 545 mi
View STL to DAL flights →
ORD TUL (Tulsa) DAL
Leg 1: 2h 9m (585 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (237 mi) Total: ~3h 19m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → TUL
2h 9m · 585 mi
View ORD to TUL flights →
Leg 2
TUL → DAL
1h 10m · 237 mi
View TUL to DAL flights →
ORD MCI (Kansas City) DAL
Leg 1: 1h 46m (403 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (460 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MCI
1h 46m · 403 mi
View ORD to MCI flights →
Leg 2
MCI → DAL
1h 35m · 460 mi
View MCI to DAL flights →
ORD MEM (Memphis) DAL
Leg 1: 1h 56m (491 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 26m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ORD → MEM
1h 56m · 491 mi
View ORD to MEM flights →
Leg 2
MEM → DAL
1h 30m · 423 mi
View MEM to DAL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chicago to Dallas?

A nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Dallas (DAL) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 798 miles (1,284 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chicago to Dallas?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chicago to Dallas?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Chicago from Dallas?

The flight distance from Chicago to Dallas is 798 miles (1,284 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 35m, 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.