CLT to ORD Route Guide
Charlotte, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KCLT (Charlotte, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 521 NM (965 km / 600 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 323° (NW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 12m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
521 NM
965 km / 600 mi
Initial Bearing
323° (NW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 12m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,063 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
748 ft
KCLT
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 521 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying CLT-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between CLT and ORD?
521 nautical miles (965 km / 600 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Charlotte to Chicago?
Approximately 2h 12m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly CLT-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?
323° true (NW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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