The flight distance from El Paso International Airport (ELP) in El Paso, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 1,987 kilometers (1,235 miles / 1,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 17:10 in El Paso, it's 18:10 in Chicago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,282 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than El Paso International Airport.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to El Paso (ELP) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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