Airport Comparison
| DRO | ORD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Durango-La Plata County Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRO | ORD |
| ICAO Code | KDRO | KORD |
| City | Durango | Chicago |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 6,689 ft | 680 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.150000, -107.750000 | 41.980000, -87.910000 |
Durango (DRO) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) in Durango, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 1,779 kilometers (1,105 miles / 960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 16:27 in Durango, it's 17:27 in Chicago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,009 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Durango-La Plata County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Durango (DRO) follows a heading of 259° (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 Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.