ORD
Chicago
United States
8,508 km
5,287 miles
SKG
Thessaloniki
Greece
Distance
8,508 km
5,287 mi / 4,594 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD SKG
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport
IATA Code ORD SKG
ICAO Code KORD LGTS
City Chicago Thessaloniki
Country United States Greece
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Athens
Elevation 680 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 40.520000, 22.970000

Chicago (ORD) to Thessaloniki (SKG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) in Thessaloniki, Greece is 8,508 kilometers (5,287 miles / 4,594 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 Greece. 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 08:34 in Chicago, it's 16:34 in Thessaloniki. 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 Thessaloniki (SKG) 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 Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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