The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK) in Rahim Yar Khan, Pakistan is 11,877 kilometers (7,380 miles / 6,413 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 Pakistan. 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 01:17 in Chicago, it's 12:17 in Rahim Yar Khan. With a 11-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 Rahim Yar Khan (RYK) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 343° (north northwest). 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 Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.