The flight distance from Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 11,465 kilometers (7,124 miles / 6,190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 DR Congo 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 11:06 in Nkolo Fuma, it's 04:06 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 Nkolo Fuma (NKL) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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