ORD
Chicago
United States
7,805 km
4,850 miles
SBI
Koundara
Guinea
Distance
7,805 km
4,850 mi / 4,214 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
91°
east

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ORD SBI
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Sambailo Airport
IATA Code ORD SBI
ICAO Code KORD GUSB
City Chicago Koundara
Country United States Guinea
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Conakry
Elevation 680 ft 295 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 12.570000, -13.360000

Chicago (ORD) to Koundara (SBI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Sambailo Airport (SBI) in Koundara, Guinea is 7,805 kilometers (4,850 miles / 4,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Chicago, it's 01:05 in Koundara. 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 Koundara (SBI) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 310° (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 Sambailo Airport (SBI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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