BKU
Betioky
Madagascar
15,195 km
9,442 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
15,195 km
9,442 mi / 8,205 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Indian/Antananarivo
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BKU ORD
Airport Name Betioky Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code BKU ORD
ICAO Code FMSV KORD
City Betioky Chicago
Country Madagascar United States
Timezone Indian/Antananarivo America/Chicago
Elevation 919 ft 680 ft
Coordinates -23.730000, 44.390000 41.980000, -87.910000

Betioky (BKU) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Betioky Airport (BKU) in Betioky, Madagascar to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 15,195 kilometers (9,442 miles / 8,205 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Madagascar with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:23 in Betioky, it's 00:23 in Chicago. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Betioky (BKU) follows a heading of 81° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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