JFR
Paamiut
Greenland
3,353 km
2,084 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
3,353 km
2,084 mi / 1,811 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
America/Nuuk
Heading
246°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

JFR ORD
Airport Name Paamiut Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code JFR ORD
ICAO Code BGPT KORD
City Paamiut Chicago
Country Greenland United States
Timezone America/Nuuk America/Chicago
Elevation 120 ft 680 ft
Coordinates 62.010000, -49.670000 41.980000, -87.910000

Paamiut (JFR) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Paamiut Airport (JFR) in Paamiut, Greenland to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 3,353 kilometers (2,084 miles / 1,811 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 an international route connecting Greenland with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:35 in Paamiut, it's 03:35 in Chicago. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Paamiut (JFR) follows a heading of 35° (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 Paamiut Airport (JFR) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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