Airport Comparison
| ORD | XMD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Madison Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | ORD | XMD |
| ICAO Code | KORD | KMDS |
| City | Chicago | Madison |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 680 ft | 1,718 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.980000, -87.910000 | 44.020000, -97.090000 |
Chicago (ORD) to Madison (XMD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Madison Municipal Airport (XMD) in Madison, United States is 780 kilometers (485 miles / 421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 03:00 in Chicago, it's 03:00 in Madison.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,038 feet between the two airports. Madison Municipal Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
The return flight from Madison (XMD) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). 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 Madison Municipal Airport (XMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.