Distance from Paris to Chicago

6,678 km · 4,150 miles as the crow flies, about 8 h 51 min by air.

Air route

48.8667°, 2.3333° · Europe/Paris

41.8300°, -87.7501° · America/Chicago

Flight distance (great circle)
6,678km
Est. flight time
8 h 51 min
Initial bearing
301°WNW
Time difference
−7 h

WGS-84 ellipsoid (Vincenty). Spherical haversine gives 6,660 km. Flight time assumes 800 km/h cruise + 30 min for taxi, climb and descent.

Paris to Chicago at a glance

Straight-line distance6,678 km / 4,150 mi / 3,606 nmi
Estimated flight time8 h 51 min
Initial bearing301° (WNW)
Halfway point55.031°, -46.275°
Paris coordinates48.8667°, 2.3333°
Chicago coordinates41.83°, -87.7501°

Local time: Paris · Chicago. Sun times: sunrise and sunset in Chicago.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Paris from Chicago?

6,678 km (4,150 miles, 3,606 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 Paris to Chicago?

About 8 h 51 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 Chicago from Paris?

The great-circle route leaves Paris on an initial bearing of 301° (WNW). The halfway point is near 55.03°, -46.27°.