Distance from Chicago to Gilbert by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Gilbert (AZ) is 1438 miles or 2314 kilometers or 1249 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Gilbert is 1736 miles (2794 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 298 miles or 480 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Gilbert is 1438 miles or 2314 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Gilbert, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Gilbert?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Gilbert, 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 Gilbert Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Gilbert, AZ

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Gilbert, Arizona is 1736 miles or 2794 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Gilbert, AZ is 1736 miles or 2794 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Gilbert, Arizona.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Gilbert, Arizona is approximately 1736 miles (2794 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 Gilbert, AZ

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Gilbert, AZ?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 9 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Gilbert take?
Chicago and Gilbert are 31 hours 9 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 Gilbert

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

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Gilbert
2025-12-19, 13:01:32 CST2025-12-19, 12:01:32 MST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Gilbert Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1736 mi 2794 km 1507.54 nmi
Straight line distance 1438 mi 2314 km 1249 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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Gilbert Details

Gilbert is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 21' 10.2'' Longitude: W 111° 47' 20.5''
Latitude33.35283
Longitude-111.78903
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Gilbert

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Gilbert, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 58 hours 12 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 43 hours 39 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 38 hours 48 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 34 hours 55 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 31 hours 45 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 29 hours 6 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 26 hours 51 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 24 hours 56 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 23 hours 17 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 21 hours 49 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 20 hours 32 minutes