BWI to ORD Route Guide
Baltimore, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KBWI (Baltimore, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 539 NM (998 km / 620 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 292° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 16m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
539 NM
998 km / 620 mi
Initial Bearing
292° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 16m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,117 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
146 ft
KBWI
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 539 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BWI-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BWI and ORD?
539 nautical miles (998 km / 620 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Baltimore to Chicago?
Approximately 2h 16m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BWI-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?
292° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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