IAD to ORD Route Guide
Washington D.C., United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KIAD (Washington D.C., United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 510 NM (945 km / 587 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 294° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 9m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
510 NM
945 km / 587 mi
Initial Bearing
294° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 9m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,030 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
313 ft
KIAD
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 510 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying IAD-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between IAD and ORD?
510 nautical miles (945 km / 587 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Washington D.C. to Chicago?
Approximately 2h 9m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly IAD-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?
294° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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