The flight distance from Jeki Airstrip (JEK) in Lower Zambezi National Park, Zambia to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 13,424 kilometers (8,341 miles / 7,248 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:32 in Lower Zambezi National Park, it's 01:32 in Chicago. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,782 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Jeki Airstrip.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Lower Zambezi National Park (JEK) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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