PHX to ORD Route Guide
Phoenix, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KPHX (Phoenix, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 1,249 NM (2,313 km / 1,437 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 59° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 3h 12m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,249 NM
2,313 km / 1,437 mi
Initial Bearing
59° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
3h 12m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
5,247 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
1,135 ft
KPHX
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,249 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PHX-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PHX and ORD?
1,249 nautical miles (2,313 km / 1,437 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Chicago?
Approximately 3h 12m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PHX-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?
59° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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