The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 2,721 kilometers (1,691 miles / 1,469 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 01:57 in Chicago, it's 23:57 in South Lake Tahoe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,588 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 72° (east northeast). 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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.