MLA
Luqa
Malta
8,315 km
5,167 miles
ORD
Chicago
United States
Distance
8,315 km
5,167 mi / 4,490 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Malta
Heading
311°
northwest

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MLA ORD
Airport Name Luqa Airport Chicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA Code MLA ORD
ICAO Code LMML KORD
City Luqa Chicago
Country Malta United States
Timezone Europe/Malta America/Chicago
Elevation 300 ft 680 ft
Coordinates 35.860000, 14.480000 41.980000, -87.910000

Luqa (MLA) to Chicago (ORD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 8,315 kilometers (5,167 miles / 4,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Malta 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 07:59 in Luqa, it's 00:59 in Chicago. With a 7-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 Luqa (MLA) follows a heading of 55° (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 Luqa Airport (MLA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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