ORD
Chicago
United States
8,165 km
5,073 miles
SBZ
Sibiu
Romania
Distance
8,165 km
5,073 mi / 4,409 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

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ORD SBZ
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Sibiu International Airport
IATA Code ORD SBZ
ICAO Code KORD LRSB
City Chicago Sibiu
Country United States Romania
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Bucharest
Elevation 680 ft 1,496 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 45.790000, 24.090000

Chicago (ORD) to Sibiu (SBZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) in Sibiu, Romania is 8,165 kilometers (5,073 miles / 4,409 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Romania. 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 09:51 in Chicago, it's 17:51 in Sibiu. With a 8-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 Sibiu (SBZ) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 314° (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 Sibiu International Airport (SBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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