ORD
Chicago
United States
7,026 km
4,366 miles
VLC
Valencia
Spain
Distance
7,026 km
4,366 mi / 3,794 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
60°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD VLC
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Valencia Airport
IATA Code ORD VLC
ICAO Code KORD LEVC
City Chicago Valencia
Country United States Spain
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Madrid
Elevation 680 ft 240 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 39.490000, -0.480000

Chicago (ORD) to Valencia (VLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Valencia Airport (VLC) in Valencia, Spain is 7,026 kilometers (4,366 miles / 3,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 Spain. 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 00:26 in Chicago, it's 07:26 in Valencia. With a 7-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 Valencia (VLC) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 304° (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 Valencia Airport (VLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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