The flight distance from Mount Hotham Airport (MHU) in Mount Hotham, Australia to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 15,327 kilometers (9,524 miles / 8,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 Australia 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 20:01 in Mount Hotham, it's 03:01 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,580 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Mount Hotham Airport.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Mount Hotham (MHU) follows a heading of 258° (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 Mount Hotham Airport (MHU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.