LBA
Leeds
United Kingdom
6,152 km
3,823 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
6,152 km
3,823 mi / 3,322 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
296°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

LBA ORD
Airport Name Leeds Bradford Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code LBA ORD
ICAO Code EGNM KORD
City Leeds Chicago
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 681 ft 680 ft
Coordinates 53.870000, -1.660000 41.980000, -87.910000

Leeds (LBA) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) in Leeds, United Kingdom to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 6,152 kilometers (3,823 miles / 3,322 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 United Kingdom 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 07:27 in Leeds, it's 01:27 in Chicago. With a 6-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 (ORD) to Leeds (LBA) follows a heading of 46° (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 Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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