SAN to ORD Route Guide
San Diego, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KSAN (San Diego, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 1,495 NM (2,769 km / 1,720 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 60° (ENE). Typical cruise altitude FL350, expected flight time 3h 44m, common aircraft: Boeing 737-800, Airbus A320neo, Airbus A321neo.
Distance
1,495 NM
2,769 km / 1,720 mi
Initial Bearing
60° (ENE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL350
35,000 ft
Block Time
3h 44m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
5,985 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
17 ft
KSAN
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 1,495 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 737-800
- Airbus A320neo
- Airbus A321neo
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
Weather considerations
Pilots flying SAN-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between SAN and ORD?
1,495 nautical miles (2,769 km / 1,720 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Chicago?
Approximately 3h 44m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly SAN-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?
60° true (ENE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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