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AA4974 Flight Information & Schedule

American Airlines · South Bend International Airport (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

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AA4974 South Bend International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport nonstop flight: schedule, airports, aircraft and travel guide.

AA4974 Flight Overview

AA4974 is operated by SkyWest Airlines as American Eagle and connects South Bend International Airport (SBN) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Scheduled departure: 2026-10-29 07:07 (UTC-04:00); scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 07:21 (UTC-05:00).

AirlineAmerican Airlines
Flight numberAA4974
RouteSBN to ORD
Scheduled duration1 hr 14 min

South Bend to Chicago Route Information

AA4974 is a nonstop flight from South Bend International Airport (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Use the information below to plan your journey.

Route distanceApprox. 135 km
Scheduled flight time1 hr 14 min
Time difference-60 min
Flight typenonstop
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Departure

Scheduled departure: 2026-10-29 07:07 (UTC-04:00). Confirm airport transport and terminal opening hours in advance.

02

Arrival

Scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 07:21 (UTC-05:00). Arrange pickup, hotel and onward transport for the arrival date.

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Time zones

Departure: South Bend (UTC-04:00); arrival: Chicago (UTC-05:00).

AA4974 On-time Performance & History

Methodology

Arrival on-time rate
Sample flights-
Average departure delay-
Average arrival early-
Cancllation rate-
Longest delay-
Early arrivals-

Historical statistics are for reference only and do not predict future flight performance.

Aircraft, Cabin & Services

Based on currently published aircraft and cabin information; the operating aircraft may change.

Published aircraft type

Canadair RJ 700

31 inches

Seat layout-

Business Class-

Seat configuration depends on the operating aircraft

Economy Class-

Meals-

Inflight entertainment-

Inflight Wi-Fi

Availability and fees depend on the flight

Power-

Bassinet-

Accessibility-

AA4974 Airports

Terminals follow the published schedule; check official airline channels for same-day gates and operations.

South Bend International Airport Departure & Chicago O'Hare International Airport Arrival Guide

Departure date: 2026-10-29. Terminal and arrival information helps plan your journey.

SBN

Departing from South Bend International Airport

AA4974 is scheduled to depart from . Allow time for international check-in, baggage drop, security and immigration.

ORD

Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Scheduled arrival is at . After immigration, take the MRT, taxi, ride-hailing service or airport bus to the city.

 

Planning your arrival

Scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 07:21. Use the arrival date when booking hotels and pickup services.

Flight Changes, Cancellations & Missed Flights

If the schedule or aircraft changes, follow the booking channel and operating carrier rules.

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Schedule changes

After an airline or booking-platform notice, confirm the new date, terminal and connecting transport.

02

Cancellation and changes

Refund, rebooking and involuntary-change rules depend on the booking channel, fare conditions and airline notice.

03

Missed flight

If you may not reach the airport on time, contact the booking channel or airline quickly to protect later sectors.

Check-in, Baggage & Entry Tips

International check-in deadlines, baggage allowance and entry requirements may vary by fare and traveller.

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Arrive early for check-in

Arrive at least 3 hours before departure. Counter opening times and online check-in rules follow South Bend International Airport guidance.

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Check baggage allowance

Checked and carry-on baggage allowances depend on cabin, fare rules and membership tier. See the baggage terms in your booking.

03

Prepare entry documents

Before departure, check passport validity, visa or visa-free eligibility, andChicago O'Hare International Airport’ latest arrival declaration requirements.

What should I check before flying AA4974?

01

Check the departure date

For an overnight flight, check the departure date on your ticket and plan airport transport in advance.

02

Confirm the operating carrier

Follow the airline rules shown in your booking for check-in and checked baggage.

03

Check boarding information

Gates and operating times may change; follow airline notices and airport displays.

Popular route recommendations

AA4974 Frequently Asked Questions

Which airline operates this flight?

AA4974 is operated by American Airlines.

Where does it depart and arrive?

South Bend International Airport (SBN) → Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

What are the departure and arrival times?

Scheduled departure 07:07, arrival 07:21 · 1 hour 14 minutes.

Which terminal is used for check-in?

Departure terminal No data, arrival terminal No data. Check-in, gate and baggage belt are announced on the day.

Are meals and inflight entertainment available?

No data

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