Lansing's Capital Region International Airport (LAN) just made an announcement that Mid-Michigan travelers will love: United Airlines is officially returning with service out of Lansing. When United Flights Begin at LANBeginning May 7, 2026, United will offer nonstop flights from Lansing to Chicago O'Hare (ORD). Why Chicago O’Hare Matters for Lansing TravelersGetty Images Getty Images loading...Why does this matter? Because Chicago O'Hare is basically the airport doorstep that leads to all other airports. In short, United is back, Chicago is closer, and Lansing travelers just got some time back.