Distance from Chicago to Glendale by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Glendale (AZ) is 1451 miles or 2335 kilometers or 1260 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Glendale is 1788 miles (2879 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 337 miles or 544 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Glendale is 1451 miles or 2335 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Glendale, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Glendale?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Glendale, AZ is 3 hours 20 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Glendale Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Glendale, AZ

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Glendale, Arizona is 1788 miles or 2879 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Glendale, AZ is 1788 miles or 2879 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Glendale, Arizona.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Glendale, Arizona is approximately 1788 miles (2879 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 Glendale, AZ

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Glendale, AZ?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 22 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Glendale take?
Chicago and Glendale are 31 hours 22 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 Glendale

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

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Glendale
2025-12-19, 06:16:21 CST2025-12-19, 05:16:21 MST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Glendale Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1788 mi 2879 km 1552.7 nmi
Straight line distance 1451 mi 2335 km 1260 nmi
Difference 337 mi 544 km 292 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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Glendale Details

Glendale is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 32' 19.1'' Longitude: W 112° 11' 9.6''
Latitude33.53865
Longitude-112.18599
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Glendale

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Glendale, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 59 hours 58 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 44 hours 59 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 39 hours 59 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 35 hours 59 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 32 hours 42 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 29 hours 59 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 27 hours 40 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 25 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 23 hours 59 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 22 hours 29 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 21 hours 10 minutes