Distance from Los Angeles to Chicago
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles (United States) to Chicago (United States) is 2,804 km (1,742 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 4 hr 7 min. Chicago is +2 hr relative to Los Angeles.
Straight-Line Distance
2,804 km
1,742 mi
Estimated Flight Time
4 hr 7 min
at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground
Time Zone Difference
+2 hr
standard time
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How far is it from Los Angeles to Chicago?›
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Chicago is 2,804 km (1,742 mi). This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities, measured along the surface of the Earth using the haversine formula. Actual travel distances by road will be longer.
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Chicago?›
The estimated flight time from Los Angeles to Chicago is 4 hr 7 min. This estimate assumes a cruising speed of 900 km/h plus 1 hour for takeoff, landing, and taxi time. Actual flight times vary by airline, aircraft type, winds, and specific routing.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Chicago?›
Chicago is +2 hr relative to Los Angeles. This is based on standard (non-DST) UTC offsets. During daylight saving time, the difference may vary by one hour depending on which regions observe DST and when they transition.