Distance from Chicago to Long Beach by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Long Beach (CA) is 1746 miles or 2810 kilometers or 1516 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Long Beach is 2033 miles (3272 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 287 miles or 462 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Long Beach is 1746 miles or 2810 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Long Beach, is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Long Beach?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Long Beach, CA is 4 hours 0 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Long Beach Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Long Beach, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Long Beach, California is 2033 miles or 3272 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Long Beach, CA is 2033 miles or 3272 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Long Beach, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Long Beach, California is approximately 2033 miles (3272 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 Long Beach, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Long Beach, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 39 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Long Beach take?
Chicago and Long Beach are 35 hours 39 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 Long Beach

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Long Beach (CA) is 2 Hours.
Long Beach time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Long Beach
2025-12-19, 19:44:22 CST2025-12-19, 17:44:22 PST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Long Beach California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2033 mi 3272 km 1765.46 nmi
Straight line distance 1746 mi 2810 km 1516 nmi
Difference 287 mi 462 km 249 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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Long Beach Details

Long Beach is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 46' 1.1'' Longitude: W 118° 11' 21.2''
Latitude33.76696
Longitude-118.18923
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Long Beach

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Long Beach, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 68 hours 10 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 51 hours 7 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 45 hours 26 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 40 hours 54 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 37 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 34 hours 5 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 31 hours 27 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 29 hours 12 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 16 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 33 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 24 hours 3 minutes