Distance from Chicago to Oceanside by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Oceanside (CA) is 1724 miles or 2773 kilometers or 1497 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Oceanside is 2051 miles (3302 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 327 miles or 529 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Oceanside is 1724 miles or 2773 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Oceanside, is San Diego International Airport (SAN).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Oceanside?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Oceanside, CA is 3 hours 57 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Oceanside Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Oceanside, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Oceanside, California is 2051 miles or 3302 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Oceanside, CA is 2051 miles or 3302 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Oceanside, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Oceanside, California is approximately 2051 miles (3302 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 Oceanside, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Oceanside, CA?
The total driving time is 35 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Oceanside take?
Chicago and Oceanside are 35 hours 59 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 Oceanside

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

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Oceanside
2025-12-19, 06:15:21 CST2025-12-19, 04:15:21 PST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Oceanside California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2051 mi 3302 km 1781.09 nmi
Straight line distance 1724 mi 2773 km 1497 nmi
Difference 327 mi 529 km 284 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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Oceanside Details

Oceanside is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 11' 45.1'' Longitude: W 117° 22' 46.1''
Latitude33.19587
Longitude-117.37948
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Oceanside

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Oceanside, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 68 hours 47 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 51 hours 35 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 45 hours 51 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 41 hours 16 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 37 hours 31 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 34 hours 23 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 31 hours 45 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 29 hours 28 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 27 hours 31 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 47 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 24 hours 16 minutes