The flight distance from Nkaus Airport (NKU) in Nkaus, Lesotho to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States is 14,251 kilometers (8,855 miles / 7,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Lesotho 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 01:43 in Nkaus, it's 17:43 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,941 feet between the two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport sits lower than Nkaus Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Chicago (ORD) to Nkaus (NKU) follows a heading of 99° (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 Nkaus Airport (NKU) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.