Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Merced Municipal (MCE).

Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $348 to $748. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Merced?

Merced is 2 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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7:32 pm - 6:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

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9:45 am - 5:38 amMCE Merced Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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6:30 am - 1:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

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7:32 pm - 6:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

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6:30 am - 1:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

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3:30 pm - 5:38 amMCE Merced Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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8:55 pm - 1:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

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12h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

7:32 pm - 6:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

24h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:15 pm - 5:17 amMCE Merced Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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1:21 pm - 6:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

7h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9:45 am - 5:38 amMCE Merced Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5

6:30 am - 1:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

33h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

3:30 pm - 5:38 amMCE Merced Municipal-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$406Multiple Airlines

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2:46 pm - 6:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MCE Merced Municipal

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What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced?

Flights via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $376. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced which airport offers the shortest layover?

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) had the shortest average connection time for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced layovers at 705 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced?
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Merced Municipal (MCE).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Merced changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $348 to $748. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Merced?
Merced is 2 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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