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 Shenzhen to Chicago take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 12,491 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: Shenzhen to Chicago

12,491

Kilometres (km)

7,762

Miles (mi)

6,745

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Shenzhen to Chicago is approximately 12,491 km. The typical flight time is 15h 11m.

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 Shenzhen

Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG)38 km
Macau International Airport (MFM)59 km
Zhuhai Airport (ZUH)83 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 Shenzhen to Chicago is approximately 12,491 km (7,762 miles).