BBA
Balmaceda
Chile
9,905 km
6,155 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
9,905 km
6,155 mi / 5,348 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BBA ORD
Airport Name Balmaceda Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code BBA ORD
ICAO Code SCBA KORD
City Balmaceda Chicago
Country Chile United States
Timezone America/Santiago America/Chicago
Elevation 1,722 ft 680 ft
Coordinates -45.920000, -71.690000 41.980000, -87.910000

Balmaceda (BBA) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balmaceda Airport (BBA) in Balmaceda, Chile to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 9,905 kilometers (6,155 miles / 5,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Chile with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:15 in Balmaceda, it's 01:15 in Chicago. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,042 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Balmaceda Airport.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Balmaceda (BBA) follows a heading of 169° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Balmaceda Airport (BBA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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