ORD
Chicago
United States
3,571 km
2,219 miles
SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
Distance
3,571 km
2,219 mi / 1,928 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Chicago
Heading
26°
north northeast

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ORD SFJ
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Kangerlussuaq Airport
IATA Code ORD SFJ
ICAO Code KORD BGSF
City Chicago Kangerlussuaq
Country United States Greenland
Timezone America/Chicago America/Nuuk
Elevation 680 ft 165 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 67.010000, -50.710000

Chicago (ORD) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland is 3,571 kilometers (2,219 miles / 1,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 an international route connecting United States with Greenland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:33 in Chicago, it's 05:33 in Kangerlussuaq. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 238° (west southwest). 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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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