Distance from Chicago to Chandler by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Chandler (AZ) is 1442 miles or 2321 kilometers or 1253 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Chandler is 1740 miles (2801 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 298 miles or 480 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Chandler, AZ in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Chandler is 1442 miles or 2321 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Chandler, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Chandler?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Chandler, AZ is 3 hours 18 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Chandler Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Chandler, AZ
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Chandler, AZ, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Chandler, Arizona is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Chandler, AZ

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Chandler, Arizona is 1740 miles or 2801 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Chandler, AZ is 1740 miles or 2801 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Chandler, Arizona.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Chandler, Arizona is approximately 1740 miles (2801 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 31 to 32 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Chandler, AZ

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Chandler, AZ?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 13 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Chandler take?
Chicago and Chandler are 31 hours 13 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Chandler

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Chandler (AZ) is 1 Hours.
Chandler time is 1 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Chandler
2025-12-19, 21:14:11 CST2025-12-19, 20:14:11 MST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Chandler Arizona, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Chandler, AZ in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1740 mi 2801 km 1511.02 nmi
Straight line distance 1442 mi 2321 km 1253 nmi
Difference 298 mi 480 km 258 nmi

Chicago Details

Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6''
Latitude41.83755
Longitude-87.68184
StateIllinois
Nearest airports to Chicago

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Chandler Details

Chandler is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 18' 22.2'' Longitude: W 111° 50' 28.5''
Latitude33.30616
Longitude-111.84125
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Chandler

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Chandler, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 58 hours 21 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 43 hours 45 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 38 hours 54 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 35 hours 0 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 31 hours 49 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 29 hours 10 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 26 hours 55 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 25 hours 0 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 23 hours 20 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 21 hours 52 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 20 hours 35 minutes