ORD
Chicago
United States
4,891 km
3,039 miles
SIJ
Siglufjordur
Iceland
Distance
4,891 km
3,039 mi / 2,641 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
33°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD SIJ
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Siglufjordur Airport
IATA Code ORD SIJ
ICAO Code KORD BISI
City Chicago Siglufjordur
Country United States Iceland
Timezone America/Chicago Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 680 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 66.130000, -18.920000

Chicago (ORD) to Siglufjordur (SIJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Siglufjordur Airport (SIJ) in Siglufjordur, Iceland is 4,891 kilometers (3,039 miles / 2,641 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 23:58 in Chicago, it's 05:58 in Siglufjordur. 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 Siglufjordur (SIJ) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 272° (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 Siglufjordur Airport (SIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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