ORD
Chicago
United States
3,949 km
2,454 miles
THU
Thule
Greenland
Distance
3,949 km
2,454 mi / 2,132 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Chicago
Heading
north

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ORD THU
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Thule Air Base
IATA Code ORD THU
ICAO Code KORD BGTL
City Chicago Thule
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Chicago America/Thule
Elevation 680 ft 251 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 76.530000, -68.700000

Chicago (ORD) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 3,949 kilometers (2,454 miles / 2,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:59 in Chicago, it's 05:59 in Thule.

The return flight from Thule (THU) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 205° (south southwest). 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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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