Airport Comparison
| MEV | ORD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minden-Tahoe Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEV | ORD |
| ICAO Code | KMEV | KORD |
| City | Minden | Chicago |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 4,724 ft | 680 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.000000, -119.750000 | 41.980000, -87.910000 |
Minden (MEV) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Minden-Tahoe Airport (MEV) in Minden, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 2,697 kilometers (1,676 miles / 1,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 01:19 in Minden, it's 03:19 in Chicago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,044 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Minden-Tahoe Airport.
The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Minden (MEV) follows a heading of 274° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Minden-Tahoe Airport (MEV) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.