MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
6,146 km
3,819 miles
MDW
Chicago
United States
Distance
6,146 km
3,819 mi / 3,318 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Europe/London
Heading
295°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

MAN MDW
Airport Name Manchester Airport Chicago Midway International Airport
IATA Code MAN MDW
ICAO Code EGCC KMDW
City Manchester Chicago
Country United Kingdom United States
Timezone Europe/London America/Chicago
Elevation 257 ft 620 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 41.790000, -87.750000

Manchester (MAN) to Chicago (MDW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) in Chicago, United States is 6,146 kilometers (3,819 miles / 3,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 21:49 in Manchester, it's 15:49 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 (MDW) to Manchester (MAN) 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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