ORD
Chicago
United States
8,575 km
5,328 miles
VAR
Varna
Bulgaria
Distance
8,575 km
5,328 mi / 4,630 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD VAR
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Varna Airport
IATA Code ORD VAR
ICAO Code KORD LBWN
City Chicago Varna
Country United States Bulgaria
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Sofia
Elevation 680 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 43.230000, 27.830000

Chicago (ORD) to Varna (VAR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Varna Airport (VAR) in Varna, Bulgaria is 8,575 kilometers (5,328 miles / 4,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 15:33 in Chicago, it's 23:33 in Varna. 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 Varna (VAR) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 317° (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 Varna Airport (VAR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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