ORD
Chicago
United States
2,002 km
1,244 miles
SBX
Shelby
United States
Distance
2,002 km
1,244 mi / 1,081 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
300°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

ORD SBX
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Shelby Airport
IATA Code ORD SBX
ICAO Code KORD KSBX
City Chicago Shelby
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Denver
Elevation 680 ft 3,443 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 48.540000, -111.870000

Chicago (ORD) to Shelby (SBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 2,002 kilometers (1,244 miles / 1,081 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 06:15 in Chicago, it's 05:15 in Shelby.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,763 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). 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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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