The flight distance from Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport (JZH) in Jiuzhaigou, China to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 11,610 kilometers (7,214 miles / 6,269 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 9°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:23 in Jiuzhaigou, it's 00:23 in Chicago. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 10,647 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Jiuzhai Huanglong Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Jiuzhaigou (JZH) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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