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Airport Comparison
| ORD | SJC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chicago O'Hare International Airport | Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport |
| IATA Code | ORD | SJC |
| ICAO Code | KORD | KSJC |
| City | Chicago | San Jose |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 680 ft | 62 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.980000, -87.910000 | 37.360000, -121.930000 |
Chicago (ORD) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 2,937 kilometers (1,825 miles / 1,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
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 04:29 in Chicago, it's 02:29 in San Jose.
The return flight from San Jose (SJC) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 69° (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 Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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