ORD
Chicago
United States
6,409 km
3,982 miles
RCS
Rochester
United Kingdom
Distance
6,409 km
3,982 mi / 3,461 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
48°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD RCS
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Rochester Airport
IATA Code ORD RCS
ICAO Code KORD EGTO
City Chicago Rochester
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 680 ft 436 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 51.350000, 0.500000

Chicago (ORD) to Rochester (RCS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Rochester Airport (RCS) in Rochester, United Kingdom is 6,409 kilometers (3,982 miles / 3,461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:54 in Chicago, it's 08:54 in Rochester. With a 6-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 Rochester (RCS) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 298° (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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Rochester Airport (RCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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