The flight distance from Chicago/Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Chicago/Rockford, United States to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 9,976 kilometers (6,199 miles / 5,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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 Israel. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:45 in Chicago/Rockford, it's 18:45 in Tel Aviv. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Chicago/Rockford (RFD) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). 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/Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.