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.