ORD
Chicago
United States
2,588 km
1,608 miles
YSM
Fort Smith
Canada
Distance
2,588 km
1,608 mi / 1,398 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Chicago
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ORD YSM
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Fort Smith Airport
IATA Code ORD YSM
ICAO Code KORD CYSM
City Chicago Fort Smith
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Edmonton
Elevation 680 ft 671 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 60.020000, -111.960000

Chicago (ORD) to Fort Smith (YSM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Fort Smith Airport (YSM) in Fort Smith, Canada is 2,588 kilometers (1,608 miles / 1,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:19 in Chicago, it's 03:19 in Fort Smith.

The return flight from Fort Smith (YSM) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 130° (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 Fort Smith Airport (YSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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