Distance between Orlando, FL (MCO) and Chicago, IL (MDW)
Distance from Orlando to Chicago (Orlando International Airport – Chicago Midway International Airport) is 990 miles / 1593 kilometers / 860 nautical miles.
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How far is Chicago from Orlando?
There are several ways to calculate distances between Orlando and Chicago. Here are two common methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 989.700 miles
- 1592.768 kilometers
- 860.026 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth’s surface, using an ellipsoidal model of the earth.
Haversine formula- 991.342 miles
- 1595.411 kilometers
- 861.453 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).
Flight duration
Estimated flight time from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is 2 hours 22 minutes.
Time difference and current local times
The time difference between Orlando and Chicago is 1 hour. Chicago is 1 hour behind Orlando.
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Carbon dioxide emissions
Estimated CO2 emissions per passenger is 150 kg (331 pounds).
Airport information
| A | Orlando International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Orlando, FL |
| Country: | United States  |
| IATA Code: | MCO |
| ICAO Code: | KMCO |
| Coordinates: | 28°25′45″N, 81°18′32″W |
| B | Chicago Midway International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Chicago, IL |
| Country: | United States |
| IATA Code: | MDW |
| ICAO Code: | KMDW |
| Coordinates: | 41°47′9″N, 87°45′8″W |
Orlando to Chicago flight path
Shortest flight path between Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
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