United Airlines will add daily, nonstop flights between the Eugene Airport and the Chicago O'Hare International Airport starting April 30, 2026.

The flight will be on a Boeing 737 Max 8, which has approximately 166 seats.

Flight times are subject to change but initially there will be one flight each way, according to a Eugene Airport announcement.

Times are Pacific:

ORD 8:45 a.m. – EUG 11:30 a.m.

EUG 12:30 p.m. – ORD 7 p.m.

Eugene Airport Director Cathryn Stephens celebrated the new route, saying she was "excited for their addition" which reflects "a long-standing partnership with United Airlines" and "more nonstop travel options" for people in the Eugene area.

Alan Torres covers local government for the Register-Guard. He can be reached by email at atorres@registerguard.com

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