How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Seattle to Chicago take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 2,789 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Seattle to Chicago

2,789

Kilometres (km)

1,733

Miles (mi)

1,506

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Seattle to Chicago is approximately 2,789 km. The typical flight time is 4h 00m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Seattle

Boeing Field King County International Airport (BFI)9 km
Tacoma Narrows Airport (TIW)29 km
Snohomish County (Paine Field) Airport (PAE)51 km

Near Chicago

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)25 km
Gary Chicago International Airport (GYY)57 km
Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC)95 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Seattle to Chicago is approximately 2,789 km (1,733 miles).