Distance from Chicago to Manhattan by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Manhattan (NY) is 714 miles or 1150 kilometers or 621 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Manhattan is 797 miles (1284 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 83 miles or 134 km.

Chicago to Manhattan Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Manhattan, NY

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Manhattan, New York is 797 miles or 1284 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Manhattan, NY is 797 miles or 1284 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Manhattan, New York.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Manhattan, New York is approximately 797 miles (1284 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 14 to 15 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Manhattan, NY

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Manhattan, NY?
The total driving time is 14 hours, 52 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Manhattan take?
Chicago and Manhattan are 14 hours 52 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 Manhattan

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Manhattan (NY) is 1 Hours.
Manhattan time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Manhattan
2025-12-19, 21:13:40 CST	2025-12-19, 22:13:40 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Manhattan New York, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	797 mi	1284 km	692.11 nmi
Straight line distance	714 mi	1150 km	621 nmi
Difference	83 mi	134 km	71 nmi

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