Distance from Chicago to Mesa by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Mesa (AZ) is 1437 miles or 2313 kilometers or 1248 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Mesa is 1733 miles (2790 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 296 miles or 477 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Mesa, AZ in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Mesa is 1437 miles or 2313 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Mesa, is Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Mesa?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Mesa, AZ is 3 hours 18 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Mesa Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Mesa, AZ

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Mesa, Arizona is 1733 miles or 2790 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Mesa, AZ is 1733 miles or 2790 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Mesa, Arizona.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Mesa, Arizona is approximately 1733 miles (2790 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 31 to 32 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Mesa, AZ

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Mesa, AZ?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 0 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Mesa take?
Chicago and Mesa are 31 hours 0 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 Mesa

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Mesa (AZ) is 1 Hours.
Mesa time is 1 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Mesa
2025-12-19, 06:14:48 CST2025-12-19, 05:14:48 MST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Mesa Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1733 mi 2790 km 1504.94 nmi
Straight line distance 1437 mi 2313 km 1248 nmi
Difference 296 mi 477 km 256 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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Mesa Details

Mesa is located in Arizona, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 25' 20.2'' Longitude: W 111° 49' 21.5''
Latitude33.42227
Longitude-111.82264
StateArizona
Nearest airports to Mesa

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Mesa, AZ
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 58 hours 7 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 43 hours 35 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 38 hours 45 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 34 hours 52 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 31 hours 42 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 29 hours 3 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 26 hours 49 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 24 hours 54 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 23 hours 15 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 21 hours 47 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 20 hours 30 minutes