The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Paro Airport (PBH) in Paro, Bhutan is 12,296 kilometers (7,640 miles / 6,639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

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 United States with Bhutan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:49 in Chicago, it's 11:49 in Paro. With a 12-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 6,652 feet between the two airports. Paro Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Paro (PBH) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 358° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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