Distance from Chicago to Fairfield by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Fairfield (CA) is 1822 miles or 2932 kilometers or 1583 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Fairfield is 2089 miles (3363 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 267 miles or 431 km.

Chicago to Fairfield Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Fairfield, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Fairfield, California is 2089 miles or 3363 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Fairfield, CA is 2089 miles or 3363 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Fairfield, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Fairfield, California is approximately 2089 miles (3363 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 35 to 36 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Fairfield, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Fairfield, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 58 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Fairfield take?
Chicago and Fairfield are 35 hours 58 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Fairfield

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Fairfield (CA) is 2 Hours.
Fairfield time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Fairfield
2025-12-17, 05:14:48 CST	2025-12-17, 03:14:48 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Fairfield California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	2089 mi	3363 km	1814.09 nmi
Straight line distance	1822 mi	2932 km	1583 nmi
Difference	267 mi	431 km	231 nmi

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