Direct flights from Chicago to Tucson
14 nonstop flights a week on 2 airlines. Zero layovers — one hop from ORD to TUS.
Flight time: about 3h4m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Chicago local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 9:16a | 2h59m | Sun |
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 9:33a | 2h59m | Fri |
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 9:40a | 2h59m | Mon |
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 9:45a | 3h9m | Wed |
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 10:03a | 2h59m | Sat |
| American AAL2537 | 10:10a | 3h20m | Wed, Sun |
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 10:15a | 2h59m | Tue |
| American AAL2537 | 10:40a | 3h18m | Mon, Fri |
| American AAL2537 | 10:48a | 3h17m | Sat |
| American AAL2537 | 11:39a | 3h14m | Tue |
| SkyWest SKW5518 | 1:30p | 2h59m | Thu |
| SkyWest SKW9909 | 2:07p | 3h8m | Mon |
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Nonstop from Chicago (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) has 14 nonstop flights a week to Tucson (TUS), operated by American and United. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of ORD and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated September 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated September 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Chicago to Tucson?
The nonstop flight from Chicago (ORD) to Tucson (TUS) takes about 3h4m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Chicago to Tucson?
Driving from Chicago to Tucson takes about 25h 41m behind the wheel — roughly 1,748 miles, or about 3 days of real driving. The nonstop flight takes about 3h4m.