Distance from Chicago to Fort Wayne by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Fort Wayne (IN) is 141 miles or 227 kilometers or 123 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Fort Wayne is 163 miles (263 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 22 miles or 36 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Fort Wayne, IN in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Fort Wayne is 141 miles or 227 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Fort Wayne, is Indianapolis International Airport (IND).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Fort Wayne?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Fort Wayne, IN is 0 hours 19 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Fort Wayne Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Fort Wayne, IN

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Fort Wayne, Indiana is 163 miles or 263 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Fort Wayne, IN is 163 miles or 263 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Fort Wayne, Indiana is approximately 163 miles (263 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Fort Wayne, IN

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Fort Wayne, IN?
The total driving time is 3 hours, 35 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Fort Wayne take?
Chicago and Fort Wayne are 3 hours 35 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 Fort Wayne

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Fort Wayne (IN) is 1 Hours.
Fort Wayne time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Fort Wayne
2025-12-19, 03:29:40 CST2025-12-19, 04:29:40 EST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Fort Wayne Indiana, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 163 mi 263 km 141.55 nmi
Straight line distance 141 mi 227 km 123 nmi
Difference 22 mi 36 km 18 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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Fort Wayne Details

Fort Wayne is located in Indiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 7' 50.2'' Longitude: W 85° 7' 43.9''
Latitude41.1306
Longitude-85.12886
StateIndiana
Nearest airports to Fort Wayne

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Fort Wayne, IN
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 5 hours 28 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 4 hours 6 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 3 hours 39 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 3 hours 17 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 2 hours 59 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 2 hours 44 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 2 hours 31 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 2 hours 20 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 2 hours 11 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 2 hours 3 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 1 hours 56 minutes