Airport Comparison
| ORD | SDM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Brown Field Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | ORD | SDM |
| ICAO Code | KORD | KSDM |
| City | Chicago | San Diego |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 680 ft | 526 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.980000, -87.910000 | 32.570000, -116.980000 |
Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SDM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) in San Diego, United States is 2,760 kilometers (1,715 miles / 1,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.
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 04:44 in Chicago, it's 02:44 in San Diego.
The return flight from San Diego (SDM) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 59° (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 Brown Field Municipal Airport (SDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.