The flight distance from Kerman Airport (KER) in Kerman, Iran to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 11,212 kilometers (6,967 miles / 6,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 Iran 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 10:46 in Kerman, it's 01:16 in Chicago. With a 9.5-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 5,061 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Kerman Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Kerman (KER) follows a heading of 30° (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 Kerman Airport (KER) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.