Distance from Chicago to Glendale by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Glendale (CA) is 1737 miles or 2796 kilometers or 1509 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Glendale is 2016 miles (3245 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 279 miles or 449 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Glendale is 1737 miles or 2796 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Glendale, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Glendale?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Glendale, CA is 3 hours 59 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, CA
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Glendale, CA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Glendale, California is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Glendale, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Glendale, California is 2016 miles or 3245 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Glendale, CA is 2016 miles or 3245 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Glendale, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Glendale, California is approximately 2016 miles (3245 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 Glendale, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Glendale, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 18 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Glendale take?
Chicago and Glendale are 35 hours 18 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 (CA) is 2 Hours.
Glendale time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Glendale
2025-12-18, 10:48:57 CST2025-12-18, 08:48:57 PST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Glendale California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2016 mi 3245 km 1750.69 nmi
Straight line distance 1737 mi 2796 km 1509 nmi
Difference 279 mi 449 km 241 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 California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 8' 33'' Longitude: W 118° 15' 18.3''
Latitude34.14251
Longitude-118.25508
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Glendale

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Glendale, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 67 hours 36 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 50 hours 42 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 45 hours 4 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 40 hours 33 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 36 hours 52 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 33 hours 48 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 31 hours 12 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 28 hours 58 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 2 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 21 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 23 hours 51 minutes