BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
11,329 km
7,039 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
11,329 km
7,039 mi / 6,117 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

BGU ORD
Airport Name Bangassou Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code BGU ORD
ICAO Code FEFG KORD
City Bangassou Chicago
Country Central African Republic United States
Timezone Africa/Bangui America/Chicago
Elevation 1,706 ft 680 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 41.980000, -87.910000

Bangassou (BGU) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 11,329 kilometers (7,039 miles / 6,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Central African Republic with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:47 in Bangassou, it's 23:47 in Chicago. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,026 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 72° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bangassou Airport (BGU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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