Airport Comparison
| MCI | ORD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kansas City International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCI | ORD |
| ICAO Code | KMCI | KORD |
| City | Kansas City | Chicago |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft | 680 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.300000, -94.710000 | 41.980000, -87.910000 |
Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) in Kansas City, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 646 kilometers (402 miles / 349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 04:19 in Kansas City, it's 04:19 in Chicago.
The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.