Airport Comparison
| FWA | ORD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Wayne International Airport | Chicago O'Hare International Airport |
| IATA Code | FWA | ORD |
| ICAO Code | KFWA | KORD |
| City | Fort Wayne | Chicago |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 815 ft | 680 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.980000, -85.200000 | 41.980000, -87.910000 |
Fort Wayne (FWA) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) in Fort Wayne, United States to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 252 kilometers (156 miles / 136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
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 23:56 in Fort Wayne, it's 22:56 in Chicago.
The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Fort Wayne (FWA) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.