New York to Chicago distance
The flight distance from New York to Chicago is 1,144 km (711 miles), about 1 h 56 min in the air.
- Kilometres
- 1,144 km
- Miles
- 711 mi
- Nautical miles
- 618 nmi
- Flight time (est.)
- 1 h 56 min
- Initial heading
- 281° W
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About this route
1,144 km is the great-circle distance, the shortest path over Earth's surface between the two city centres. Over a distance this short the great circle and a straight line on the map are almost identical.
The distance is the same in both directions.
Frequently asked questions
How far is New York from Chicago?
The straight-line (great-circle) distance from New York to Chicago is about 1,144 km, or 711 miles (618 nautical miles).
How long is a flight from New York to Chicago?
A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 56 min based on a typical 800 km/h cruise speed plus take-off and landing. Actual scheduled times vary with wind and routing.
Which direction is Chicago from New York?
Leaving New York, the shortest route starts on a heading of about 281° (W).