ORD
Chicago
United States
5,402 km
3,357 miles
WAA
Wales
United States
Distance
5,402 km
3,357 mi / 2,917 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Chicago
Heading
327°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ORD WAA
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Wales Airport
IATA Code ORD WAA
ICAO Code KORD PAIW
City Chicago Wales
Country United States United States
Timezone America/Chicago America/Anchorage
Elevation 680 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 65.620000, -168.090000

Chicago (ORD) to Wales (WAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Wales Airport (WAA) in Wales, United States is 5,402 kilometers (3,357 miles / 2,917 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 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 3-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 03:59 in Chicago, it's 00:59 in Wales. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wales (WAA) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 78° (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 Wales Airport (WAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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