ORD
Chicago
United States
6,148 km
3,820 miles
WFD
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
6,148 km
3,820 mi / 3,320 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/Chicago
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

ORD WFD
Airport Name Chicago O'Hare International Airport Manchester Woodford Airport
IATA Code ORD WFD
ICAO Code KORD EGCD
City Chicago Manchester
Country United States United Kingdom
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/London
Elevation 680 ft 295 ft
Coordinates 41.980000, -87.910000 53.340000, -2.150000

Chicago (ORD) to Manchester (WFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Manchester Woodford Airport (WFD) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 6,148 kilometers (3,820 miles / 3,320 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 15:50 in Chicago, it's 21:50 in Manchester. 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 Manchester (WFD) 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 Manchester Woodford Airport (WFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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