Would you book a connection through ORD on purpose over a tighter routing?

LuxuryTraveler_AnaOPApr 27

I am comparing two itineraries and one of them connects through O’Hare with a longer stop.

The appeal is huge airline coverage plus useful for transatlantic routing. The hesitation is weather delays.

Would you intentionally route through Chicago if the total trip time was a bit longer but the layover quality looked much better?

Replies (4)

Mason GarciaApr 27

I would absolutely choose ORD on purpose if the airport quality meaningfully lowers the chance of a chaotic connection day.

Luna FernandezApr 27

The best itinerary is not always the shortest one. Sometimes the calmer hub is worth far more than the saved hour on paper.

Maverick ReedApr 27

That said, if weather delays is tied to the season or the exact bank of flights you are using, I would model that before committing.

Piper GrayApr 27

A longer routing only wins when the extra time actually buys comfort, flexibility, or a better recovery window.

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