ORD
Chicago
United States
6,114 km
3,799 miles
SWS
Swansea
United Kingdom
Distance
6,114 km
3,799 mi / 3,301 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
49°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD SWS
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Swansea Airport
IATA Code ORD SWS
ICAO Code KORD EGFH
City Chicago Swansea
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 680 ft 299 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 51.610000, -4.070000

Chicago (ORD) to Swansea (SWS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Swansea Airport (SWS) in Swansea, United Kingdom is 6,114 kilometers (3,799 miles / 3,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 02:05 in Chicago, it's 08:05 in Swansea. 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 Swansea (SWS) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Swansea Airport (SWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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