ORD
Chicago
United States
6,980 km
4,337 miles
QBX
Sobral
Brazil
Distance
6,980 km
4,337 mi / 3,769 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
124°
southeast

Airport Comparison

ORD QBX
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Sobral Airport
IATA Code ORD QBX
ICAO Code KORD SNOB
City Chicago Sobral
Country United States Brazil
Timezone America/Chicago America/Fortaleza
Elevation 680 ft 210 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 -3.680000, -40.340000

Chicago (ORD) to Sobral (QBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Sobral Airport (QBX) in Sobral, Brazil is 6,980 kilometers (4,337 miles / 3,769 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:02 in Chicago, it's 06:02 in Sobral. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sobral (QBX) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 322° (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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Sobral Airport (QBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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