The flight distance from Kyzyl Airport (KYZ) in Kyzyl, Russia to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 9,599 kilometers (5,965 miles / 5,183 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 2°.

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 Russia 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 03:50 in Kyzyl, it's 15:50 in Chicago. With a 12-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 1,443 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Kyzyl Airport.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Kyzyl (KYZ) follows a heading of 359° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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