Distance from Chicago to Corpus Christi by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Corpus Christi (TX) is 1111 miles or 1787 kilometers or 965 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Corpus Christi is 1283 miles (2065 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 172 miles or 278 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Corpus Christi, TX in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Corpus Christi is 1111 miles or 1787 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Corpus Christi, is San Antonio International Airport (SAT).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Corpus Christi?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Corpus Christi, TX is 2 hours 33 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Corpus Christi Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Corpus Christi, TX

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Corpus Christi, Texas is 1283 miles or 2065 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Corpus Christi, TX is 1283 miles or 2065 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Corpus Christi, Texas.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Corpus Christi, Texas is approximately 1283 miles (2065 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 23 to 24 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Corpus Christi, TX

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Corpus Christi, TX?
The total driving time is 23 hours, 53 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Corpus Christi take?
Chicago and Corpus Christi are 23 hours 53 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 Corpus Christi

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Corpus Christi (TX) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Corpus Christi
2025-12-05, 06:00:19 CST2025-12-05, 06:00:19 CST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Corpus Christi Texas, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1283 mi 2065 km 1114.16 nmi
Straight line distance 1111 mi 1787 km 965 nmi
Difference 172 mi 278 km 149 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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Corpus Christi Details

Corpus Christi is located in Texas, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 27° 45' 15.3'' Longitude: W 97° 10' 24.2''
Latitude27.75425
Longitude-97.17339
StateTexas
Nearest airports to Corpus Christi

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Corpus Christi, TX
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 43 hours 1 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 32 hours 15 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 28 hours 40 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 25 hours 48 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 23 hours 27 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 21 hours 30 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 19 hours 51 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 18 hours 26 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 17 hours 12 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 16 hours 7 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 15 hours 11 minutes