FLL to ORD Route Guide
Fort Lauderdale, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KFLL (Fort Lauderdale, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 1,029 NM (1,906 km / 1,184 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 340° (NNW). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 2h 42m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,029 NM
1,906 km / 1,184 mi
Initial Bearing
340° (NNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
2h 42m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
4,587 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
9 ft
KFLL
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,029 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying FLL-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between FLL and ORD?
1,029 nautical miles (1,906 km / 1,184 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?
Approximately 2h 42m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly FLL-ORD?
Common types include Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo, Boeing 737 MAX 8 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL350 (35,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
340° true (NNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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