ORD
Chicago
United States
4,757 km
2,956 miles
RKV
Reykjavik
Iceland
Distance
4,757 km
2,956 mi / 2,569 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
36°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD RKV
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Reykjavik Airport
IATA Code ORD RKV
ICAO Code KORD BIRK
City Chicago Reykjavik
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 680 ft 48 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 64.130000, -21.940000

Chicago (ORD) to Reykjavik (RKV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland is 4,757 kilometers (2,956 miles / 2,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 Iceland. 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 06:51 in Chicago, it's 12:51 in Reykjavik. 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 Reykjavik (RKV) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 272° (west). 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 Reykjavik Airport (RKV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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