Distance from Chicago to Palmdale by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Palmdale (CA) is 1717 miles or 2763 kilometers or 1491 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Palmdale is 1986 miles (3197 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 269 miles or 434 km.

Chicago to Palmdale Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Palmdale, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Palmdale, California is 1986 miles or 3197 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Palmdale, CA is 1986 miles or 3197 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Palmdale, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Palmdale, California is approximately 1986 miles (3197 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 34 to 35 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Palmdale, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Palmdale, CA?
The total driving time is 34 hours, 53 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Palmdale take?
Chicago and Palmdale are 34 hours 53 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 Palmdale

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

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Palmdale
2025-12-19, 06:16:17 CST	2025-12-19, 04:16:17 PST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Palmdale California, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1986 mi	3197 km	1724.64 nmi
Straight line distance	1717 mi	2763 km	1491 nmi
Difference	269 mi	434 km	233 nmi

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