The flight distance from Mersa Matruh Airport (MUH) in Mersa Matruh, Egypt to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 9,509 kilometers (5,909 miles / 5,135 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 Egypt 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 11:26 in Mersa Matruh, it's 03:26 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.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Mersa Matruh (MUH) follows a heading of 51° (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 Mersa Matruh Airport (MUH) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.