Airport Comparison
| DCU | ORD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pryor Field Regional Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| IATA Code | DCU | ORD |
| ICAO Code | KDCU | KORD |
| City | Decatur | Chicago |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 592 ft | 680 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.650000, -86.950000 | 41.980000, -87.910000 |
Decatur (DCU) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) in Decatur, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 819 kilometers (509 miles / 442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 354°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 03:59 in Decatur, it's 03:59 in Chicago.
The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Decatur (DCU) follows a heading of 174° (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 Pryor Field Regional Airport (DCU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.