ORD
Chicago
United States
9,499 km
5,902 miles
WCA
Castro
Chile
Distance
9,499 km
5,902 mi / 5,129 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Chicago
Heading
170°
south

Airport Comparison

ORD WCA
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Gamboa Airport
IATA Code ORD WCA
ICAO Code KORD SCST
City Chicago Castro
Country United States Chile
Timezone America/Chicago America/Santiago
Elevation 680 ft 151 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 -42.490000, -73.770000

Chicago (ORD) to Castro (WCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Gamboa Airport (WCA) in Castro, Chile is 9,499 kilometers (5,902 miles / 5,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 170°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:14 in Chicago, it's 08:14 in Castro. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Castro (WCA) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 350° (north). 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 Gamboa Airport (WCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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