Distance from Chicago to Sandy Springs by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Sandy Springs (GA) is 576 miles or 927 kilometers or 500 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Sandy Springs is 710 miles (1143 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 134 miles or 216 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Sandy Springs, GA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Sandy Springs is 576 miles or 927 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Sandy Springs, is Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Sandy Springs?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Sandy Springs, GA is 1 hours 19 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Sandy Springs Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Sandy Springs, GA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Sandy Springs, Georgia is 710 miles or 1143 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Sandy Springs, GA is 710 miles or 1143 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Sandy Springs, Georgia is approximately 710 miles (1143 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 13 to 14 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Sandy Springs, GA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Sandy Springs, GA?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 21 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Sandy Springs take?
Chicago and Sandy Springs are 13 hours 21 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 Sandy Springs

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Sandy Springs (GA) is 1 Hours.
Sandy Springs time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Sandy Springs
2025-12-18, 17:49:43 CST2025-12-18, 18:49:43 EST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Sandy Springs Georgia, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 710 mi 1143 km 616.56 nmi
Straight line distance 576 mi 927 km 500 nmi
Difference 134 mi 216 km 116 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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Sandy Springs Details

Sandy Springs is located in Georgia, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 33° 55' 27.4'' Longitude: W 84° 22' 42.7''
Latitude33.92427
Longitude-84.37854
StateGeorgia
Nearest airports to Sandy Springs

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Sandy Springs, GA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 23 hours 48 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 17 hours 51 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 15 hours 52 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 14 hours 17 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 12 hours 59 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 11 hours 54 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 10 hours 59 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 10 hours 12 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 9 hours 31 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 55 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 8 hours 24 minutes