Baton Rouge to Chicago flights
Chicago lies 1,307 km (812 mi) north of Baton Rouge, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 26 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Baton Rouge | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 227,470 | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 20 m (66 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | BTR, 11 km out | MDW, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 70801–70898 | 60601–60701 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,500 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT, 81 km).
Arriving in Chicago
Chicago is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,522 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, 25 km), Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY, 33 km), Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC, 71 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Midway International Airport | MDW | 11 km (7 mi) | 6,522 ft | 620 ft |
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | ORD | 25 km (16 mi) | 13,000 ft | 680 ft |
| Gary/Chicago International Airport (regional) | GYY | 33 km (21 mi) | 8,859 ft | 591 ft |
| Michigan City Municipal Airport (regional) | MGC | 71 km (44 mi) | 4,099 ft | 655 ft |
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Staying in Chicago
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Common questions
How far is Chicago from Baton Rouge?
1,307 km (812 mi) in a straight line, north of Baton Rouge.
How long does it take to get from Baton Rouge to Chicago by air?
About 2 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Baton Rouge and Chicago?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Baton Rouge to Chicago flights?
Typically Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW); Chicago also has ORD, GYY, MGC.
Where can I stay in Chicago?
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Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.