Distance from San Diego to Chicago by Car and Plane
The flight distance from San Diego (CA) to Chicago (IL) is 1729 miles or 2782 kilometers or 1501 nautical miles.
Driving distance from San Diego to Chicago is 2080 miles (3348 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 351 miles or 566 km.
Flight distance from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between San Diego and Chicago is 1729 miles or 2782 km.The nearest airport to San Diego, is San Diego International Airport (SAN) and the nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
What is the average flight time from San Diego to Chicago?
Flight time from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL is 3 hours 58 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
San Diego to Chicago Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between San Diego, CA and Chicago, ILThis map shows the distance from San Diego, CA, Usa to Chicago, IL, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from San Diego, California to Chicago, Illinois is displayed below.
Driving distance from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Chicago, Illinois is 2080 miles or 3348 km.
The total driving distance from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL is 2080 miles or 3348 kilometers. Your trip begins in San Diego, California. It ends in Chicago, Illinois.
The driving distance from San Diego, California to Chicago, Illinois is approximately 2080 miles (3348 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 36 to 37 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL
How long is the drive from San Diego, CA to Chicago, IL?The total driving time is 36 hours, 30 minutes.
How long does a car ride from San Diego to Chicago take?
San Diego and Chicago are 36 hours 30 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 San Diego and Chicago
Time difference between San Diego (CA) and Chicago (IL) is 2 Hours.
Chicago time is 2 Hours ahead of San Diego.
| Current local time in San Diego | Current local time in Chicago |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-22, 19:45:47 PST | 2025-12-22, 21:45:47 CST |
How Far is it Between San Diego California, USA and Chicago Illinois, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between San Diego, CA and Chicago, IL in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 2080 mi | 3348 km | 1806.27 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1729 mi | 2782 km | 1501 nmi |
| Difference | 351 mi | 566 km | 305 nmi |
San Diego Details
San Diego is located in California, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 32° 42' 55.2'' Longitude: W 117° 9' 26.1'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 32.71533 |
| Longitude | -117.15726 |
| State | California |
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Chicago Details
Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 41.83755 |
| Longitude | -87.68184 |
| State | Illinois |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between San Diego, CA and Chicago, IL
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 69 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 52 hours 18 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 46 hours 30 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 41 hours 51 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 38 hours 2 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 34 hours 52 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 32 hours 11 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 29 hours 53 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 27 hours 54 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 26 hours 9 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 24 hours 37 minutes |