PHL to ORD Route Guide
Philadelphia, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KPHL (Philadelphia, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 588 NM (1,089 km / 677 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 286° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 26m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
588 NM
1,089 km / 677 mi
Initial Bearing
286° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 26m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,264 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
36 ft
KPHL
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 588 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHL-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHL and ORD?
588 nautical miles (1,089 km / 677 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Approximately 2h 26m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHL-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?
286° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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