Airport Comparison
| ORD | RIW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Central Wyoming Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | ORD | RIW |
| ICAO Code | KORD | KRIW |
| City | Chicago | Riverton |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 680 ft | 5,516 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.980000, -87.910000 | 43.060000, -108.460000 |
Chicago (ORD) to Riverton (RIW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) in Riverton, United States is 1,684 kilometers (1,047 miles / 909 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 281°.
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 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 05:19 in Chicago, it's 04:19 in Riverton.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,836 feet between the two airports. Central Wyoming Regional Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Riverton (RIW) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Central Wyoming Regional Airport (RIW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.