ORD
Chicago
United States
8,974 km
5,576 miles
SEB
Sabha
Libya
Distance
8,974 km
5,576 mi / 4,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD SEB
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Sabha Airport
IATA Code ORD SEB
ICAO Code KORD HLLS
City Chicago Sabha
Country United States Libya
Timezone America/Chicago Africa/Tripoli
Elevation 680 ft 1,427 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 26.990000, 14.470000

Chicago (ORD) to Sabha (SEB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Sabha Airport (SEB) in Sabha, Libya is 8,974 kilometers (5,576 miles / 4,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 Libya. 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 04:39 in Chicago, it's 12:39 in Sabha. 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 Sabha (SEB) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 313° (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 Sabha Airport (SEB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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