BOS to ORD Route Guide
Boston, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KBOS (Boston, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 751 NM (1,391 km / 864 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 274° (W). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 3h 1m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
751 NM
1,391 km / 864 mi
Initial Bearing
274° (W)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
3h 1m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,753 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
20 ft
KBOS
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 751 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BOS-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BOS and ORD?
751 nautical miles (1,391 km / 864 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Boston to Chicago?
Approximately 3h 1m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BOS-ORD?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
274° true (W). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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