DFW to ORD Route Guide
Dallas, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KDFW (Dallas, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 697 NM (1,291 km / 802 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 36° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 49m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
697 NM
1,291 km / 802 mi
Initial Bearing
36° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 49m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,591 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 697 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DFW-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DFW and ORD?
697 nautical miles (1,291 km / 802 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Dallas to Chicago?
Approximately 2h 49m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DFW-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?
36° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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