Airport Comparison
| ORD | RKS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | ORD | RKS |
| ICAO Code | KORD | KRKS |
| City | Chicago | Rock Springs |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 680 ft | 6,765 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.980000, -87.910000 | 41.590000, -109.070000 |
Chicago (ORD) to Rock Springs (RKS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) in Rock Springs, United States is 1,750 kilometers (1,088 miles / 945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 276°.
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 03:34 in Chicago, it's 02:34 in Rock Springs.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,085 feet between the two airports. Southwest 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 Rock Springs (RKS) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 82° (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 Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport (RKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.