BRU
Brussels
Belgium
6,730 km
4,182 miles
RFD
Chicago/Rockford
United States
Distance
6,730 km
4,182 mi / 3,634 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
302°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BRU RFD
Airport Name Brussels Airport Chicago/Rockford International Airport
IATA Code BRU RFD
ICAO Code EBBR KRFD
City Brussels Chicago/Rockford
Country Belgium United States
Timezone Europe/Brussels America/Chicago
Elevation 184 ft 742 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 42.200000, -89.100000

Brussels (BRU) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States is 6,730 kilometers (4,182 miles / 3,634 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:30 in Brussels, it's 08:30 in Chicago/Rockford. With a 7-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/Rockford (RFD) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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