Distance from Chicago to Washington, D.C.
968 km · 601 miles as the crow flies, about 1 h 43 min by air.
41.8300°, -87.7501° · America/Chicago
38.8995°, -77.0094° · America/New York
WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 966 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.
Chicago to Washington, D.C. at a glance
| Straight-line distance | 968 km / 601 mi / 523 nmi |
|---|---|
| Estimated flight time | 1 h 43 min |
| Initial bearing | 106° (ESE) |
| Halfway point | 40.489°, -82.263° |
| Chicago coordinates | 41.83°, -87.7501° |
| Washington, D.C. coordinates | 38.8995°, -77.0094° |
Time difference: Chicago and Washington, D.C.. Local time: Chicago · Washington, D.C.. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Washington, D.C..
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Chicago from Washington, D.C.?
968 km (601 miles, 523 nautical miles) in a straight line over the Earth’s surface, measured between the city centres on the WGS-84 ellipsoid.
How long is the flight from Chicago to Washington, D.C.?
About 1 h 43 min in still air (800 km/h cruise plus 30 minutes for taxi, climb and descent). Scheduled flights vary with winds and routing, and connecting itineraries take longer.
Which direction is Washington, D.C. from Chicago?
The great-circle route leaves Chicago on an initial bearing of 106° (ESE). The halfway point is near 40.49°, -82.26°.