Distance from Chicago to Sioux Falls by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Sioux Falls (SD) is 475 miles or 764 kilometers or 412 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Sioux Falls is 584 miles (940 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 109 miles or 176 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Sioux Falls, SD in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Sioux Falls is 475 miles or 764 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Sioux Falls, is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport / Wold-Chamberlain Field (MSP).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Sioux Falls?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Sioux Falls, SD is 1 hours 5 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Sioux Falls Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Sioux Falls, SD
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Sioux Falls, SD, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Sioux Falls, SD

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is 584 miles or 940 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Sioux Falls, SD is 584 miles or 940 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Sioux Falls, South Dakota is approximately 584 miles (940 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 10 to 11 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Sioux Falls, SD

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Sioux Falls, SD?
The total driving time is 10 hours, 51 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Sioux Falls take?
Chicago and Sioux Falls are 10 hours 51 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 Sioux Falls

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Sioux Falls (SD) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Sioux Falls
2026-06-16, 03:05:29 CDT2026-06-16, 03:05:29 CDT
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Sioux Falls South Dakota, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 584 mi 940 km 507.15 nmi
Straight line distance 475 mi 764 km 412 nmi
Difference 109 mi 176 km 95 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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Sioux Falls Details

Sioux Falls is located in South Dakota, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 43° 32' 22.1'' Longitude: W 96° 43' 55.3''
Latitude43.53947
Longitude-96.73204
StateSouth Dakota
Nearest airports to Sioux Falls

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Sioux Falls, SD
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 19 hours 35 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 14 hours 41 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 13 hours 3 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 11 hours 45 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 10 hours 40 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 9 hours 47 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 9 hours 2 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 8 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 7 hours 50 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 7 hours 20 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 6 hours 54 minutes