The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to El Kharga Airport (UVL) in El Kharga Airport, Egypt is 10,215 kilometers (6,347 miles / 5,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 Egypt. 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 02:53 in Chicago, it's 10:53 in El Kharga Airport. With a 8-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 El Kharga Airport (UVL) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 319° (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 El Kharga Airport (UVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.