Distance from Chicago to Macon by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Macon (GA) is 661 miles or 1064 kilometers or 574 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Macon is 799 miles (1286 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 138 miles or 222 km.

Chicago to Macon Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Macon, GA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Macon, Georgia is 799 miles or 1286 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Macon, GA is 799 miles or 1286 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Macon, Georgia.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Macon, Georgia is approximately 799 miles (1286 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Macon, GA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Macon, GA?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 3 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Macon take?
Chicago and Macon are 15 hours 3 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 Macon

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Macon (GA) is 1 Hours.
Macon time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Macon
2025-12-14, 09:30:19 CST	2025-12-14, 10:30:19 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Macon Georgia, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	799 mi	1286 km	693.85 nmi
Straight line distance	661 mi	1064 km	574 nmi
Difference	138 mi	222 km	119 nmi

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