DEN to ORD Route Guide
Denver, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KDEN (Denver, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 770 NM (1,426 km / 886 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 75° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 3h 5m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
770 NM
1,426 km / 886 mi
Initial Bearing
75° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
3h 5m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,810 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
5,431 ft
KDEN
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 770 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DEN-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. KDEN is a high-elevation airport — brief density altitude on departure.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DEN and ORD?
770 nautical miles (1,426 km / 886 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Denver to Chicago?
Approximately 3h 5m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DEN-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?
75° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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