Distance from Chicago to Surprise by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Surprise (AZ) is 1455 miles or 2342 kilometers or 1264 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Surprise is 1791 miles (2883 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 336 miles or 541 km.

Chicago to Surprise Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Surprise, AZ

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Surprise, Arizona is 1791 miles or 2883 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Surprise, AZ is 1791 miles or 2883 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Surprise, Arizona.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Surprise, Arizona is approximately 1791 miles (2883 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 31 to 32 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Surprise, AZ

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Surprise, AZ?
The total driving time is 31 hours, 24 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Surprise take?
Chicago and Surprise are 31 hours 24 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 Surprise

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Surprise (AZ) is 2 Hours.
Surprise time is 2 Hours behind Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in Surprise
2026-04-01, 04:47:38 CDT	2026-04-01, 02:47:38 MST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Surprise Arizona, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1791 mi	2883 km	1555.3 nmi
Straight line distance	1455 mi	2342 km	1264 nmi
Difference	336 mi	541 km	291 nmi

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