ORD
Chicago
United States
5,023 km
3,121 miles
RFN
Raufarhofn
Iceland
Distance
5,023 km
3,121 mi / 2,712 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
32°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD RFN
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Raufarhofn Airport
IATA Code ORD RFN
ICAO Code KORD BIRG
City Chicago Raufarhofn
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 680 ft 39 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 66.410000, -15.920000

Chicago (ORD) to Raufarhofn (RFN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Raufarhofn Airport (RFN) in Raufarhofn, Iceland is 5,023 kilometers (3,121 miles / 2,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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 Iceland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Chicago, it's 09:20 in Raufarhofn. With a 6-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 Raufarhofn (RFN) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 275° (west). 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 Raufarhofn Airport (RFN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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