ORD
Chicago
United States
6,722 km
4,177 miles
SFL
Sao Filipe
Cape Verde
Distance
6,722 km
4,177 mi / 3,630 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Chicago
Heading
96°
east

Airport Comparison

ORD SFL
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Sao Filipe Airport
IATA Code ORD SFL
ICAO Code KORD GVSF
City Chicago Sao Filipe
Country United States Cape Verde
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation 680 ft 617 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 14.880000, -24.480000

Chicago (ORD) to Sao Filipe (SFL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde is 6,722 kilometers (4,177 miles / 3,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:28 in Chicago, it's 02:28 in Sao Filipe. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sao Filipe (SFL) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 310° (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 Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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