The flight distance from Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (BJC) in Denver, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 1,461 kilometers (908 miles / 789 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 04:22 in Denver, it's 05:22 in Chicago.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,993 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Rocky Mountain Metro Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Denver (BJC) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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