Driving from Chicago to Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City lies 1,111 km (690 mi) south-west of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 15 h 4 min without stops, over roughly 1,356 km (842 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Chicago | Oklahoma City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 681,054 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 395 m (1,296 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 73101–73196 |
Where to book car hire from Chicago to Oklahoma City
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Staying in Oklahoma City
Our booking partner lists 335 places to stay in Oklahoma City. Of the 280 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (117). Across 138 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 76,111 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Oklahoma City from Chicago?
1,111 km (690 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chicago; by road roughly 1,356 km (842 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Oklahoma City by car?
About 15 h 4 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Oklahoma City?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where can I stay in Oklahoma City?
Our booking partner lists 335 places to stay in Oklahoma City, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.