Beijing to Chicago flights
Chicago lies 10,606 km (6,590 mi) north of Beijing, -13 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 14 h 21 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.
| Beijing | Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | United States |
| Population | 19 million | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 49 m (161 ft) | 180 m (591 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | PEK, 25 km out | MDW, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 100000 | 60601–60701 |
Clocks in Chicago are 13 h behind Beijing right now, so a 14 h 21 min journey lands only 1 h 21 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Chicago
Crossing from China into United States: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi to the Dollar (USD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Beijing
Beijing is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX, 45 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 |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 10,606 km (6,590 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Common questions
How far is Chicago from Beijing?
10,606 km (6,590 mi) in a straight line, north of Beijing.
How long does it take to get from Beijing to Chicago by air?
About 14 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Beijing and Chicago?
Chicago is 13 h behind at the moment (America/Chicago against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Beijing to Chicago flights?
Typically Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW); Chicago also has ORD, GYY, MGC.
What currency do I need in Chicago?
The Dollar (USD).
Where can I stay in Chicago?
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Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.