DUS
Dusseldorf
Germany
6,794 km
4,222 miles
MDW
Chicago
United States
Distance
6,794 km
4,222 mi / 3,669 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
302°
west northwest

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DUS MDW
Airport Name Dusseldorf International Airport Chicago Midway International Airport
IATA Code DUS MDW
ICAO Code EDDL KMDW
City Dusseldorf Chicago
Country Germany United States
Timezone Europe/Berlin America/Chicago
Elevation 147 ft 620 ft
Coordinates 51.290000, 6.770000 41.790000, -87.750000

Dusseldorf (DUS) to Chicago (MDW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) in Dusseldorf, Germany to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States is 6,794 kilometers (4,222 miles / 3,669 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Germany with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:59 in Dusseldorf, it's 18:59 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.

The return flight from Chicago (MDW) to Dusseldorf (DUS) follows a heading of 45° (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 Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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