Distance from Chicago to Pomona by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Pomona (CA) is 1715 miles or 2759 kilometers or 1489 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Pomona is 1990 miles (3204 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 275 miles or 445 km.

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

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Pomona is 1715 miles or 2759 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Pomona, is Ontario International Airport (ONT).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Pomona?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Pomona, CA is 3 hours 56 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Pomona Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Pomona, CA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Pomona, California is 1990 miles or 3204 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Pomona, CA is 1990 miles or 3204 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Pomona, California.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Pomona, California is approximately 1990 miles (3204 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 Pomona, CA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Pomona, CA?
The total driving time is 34 hours, 47 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Pomona take?
Chicago and Pomona are 34 hours 47 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 Pomona

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

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Pomona
2025-12-27, 15:59:55 CST2025-12-27, 13:59:55 PST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Pomona California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 1990 mi 3204 km 1728.12 nmi
Straight line distance 1715 mi 2759 km 1489 nmi
Difference 275 mi 445 km 239 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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Pomona Details

Pomona is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 34° 3' 19'' Longitude: W 117° 45' 8.2''
Latitude34.05529
Longitude-117.75228
StateCalifornia
Nearest airports to Pomona

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Pomona, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 66 hours 45 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 50 hours 3 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 44 hours 30 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 40 hours 3 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 36 hours 24 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 33 hours 22 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 30 hours 48 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 28 hours 36 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 26 hours 42 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 25 hours 1 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 23 hours 33 minutes