CRA
Craiova
Romania
8,267 km
5,137 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
8,267 km
5,137 mi / 4,464 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Bucharest
Heading
314°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CRA ORD
Airport Name Craiova Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code CRA ORD
ICAO Code LRCV KORD
City Craiova Chicago
Country Romania United States
Timezone Europe/Bucharest America/Chicago
Elevation 626 ft 680 ft
Coordinates 44.320000, 23.890000 41.980000, -87.910000

Craiova (CRA) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Craiova Airport (CRA) in Craiova, Romania to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 8,267 kilometers (5,137 miles / 4,464 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 Romania 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 11:20 in Craiova, it's 03:20 in Chicago. With a 8-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 Craiova (CRA) follows a heading of 44° (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 Craiova Airport (CRA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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