ORD
Chicago
United States
4,936 km
3,067 miles
PTZ
Shell Mera
Ecuador
Distance
4,936 km
3,067 mi / 2,665 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
166°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

ORD PTZ
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Rio Amazonas Airport
IATA Code ORD PTZ
ICAO Code KORD SESM
City Chicago Shell Mera
Country United States Ecuador
Timezone America/Chicago America/Guayaquil
Elevation 680 ft 3,465 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 -1.510000, -78.060000

Chicago (ORD) to Shell Mera (PTZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) in Shell Mera, Ecuador is 4,936 kilometers (3,067 miles / 2,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:30 in Chicago, it's 05:30 in Shell Mera.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,785 feet between the two airports. Rio Amazonas Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

The return flight from Shell Mera (PTZ) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 350° (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 Rio Amazonas Airport (PTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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