The flight distance from Kagau Island Airport (KGE) in Kagau Island, Solomon Islands to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 12,568 kilometers (7,810 miles / 6,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 Solomon Islands with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:23 in Kagau Island, it's 00:23 in Chicago. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Kagau Island (KGE) follows a heading of 281° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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