The flight distance from Kandahar Airport (KDH) in Kandahar Airport, Afghanistan to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 11,413 kilometers (7,092 miles / 6,163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 Afghanistan 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 18:21 in Kandahar Airport, it's 07:51 in Chicago. With a 10.5-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 2,657 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Kandahar Airport.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Kandahar Airport (KDH) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 Kandahar Airport (KDH) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.