The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) in Palmdale, United States is 2,740 kilometers (1,703 miles / 1,480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 263°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 19:25 in Chicago, it's 17:25 in Palmdale.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,863 feet between the two airports. Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

The return flight from Palmdale (PMD) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Palmdale Usaf Plant 42 Airport (PMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.