Distance from Chicago to Las Vegas by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Las Vegas (NV) is 1518 miles or 2443 kilometers or 1319 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Las Vegas is 1749 miles (2816 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 231 miles or 373 km.

Chicago to Las Vegas Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Las Vegas, NV

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Las Vegas, Nevada is 1749 miles or 2816 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Las Vegas, NV is 1749 miles or 2816 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Las Vegas, Nevada is approximately 1749 miles (2816 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 30 to 31 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Las Vegas, NV

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Las Vegas, NV?
The total driving time is 30 hours, 41 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Las Vegas take?
Chicago and Las Vegas are 30 hours 41 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 Las Vegas

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Las Vegas (NV) is 2 Hours.
Las Vegas time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Las Vegas
2025-12-19, 06:18:29 CST	2025-12-19, 04:18:29 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Las Vegas Nevada, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1749 mi	2816 km	1518.83 nmi
Straight line distance	1518 mi	2443 km	1319 nmi
Difference	231 mi	373 km	199 nmi

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