The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Simbai Airport (SIM) in Simbai, Papua New Guinea is 13,437 kilometers (8,349 miles / 7,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:36 in Chicago, it's 01:36 in Simbai. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,124 feet between the two airports. Simbai Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Simbai (SIM) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 43° (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 Simbai Airport (SIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.