Chicago to Germany Flight Duration

Find flight duration times from Chicago to Germany, compare live flight prices and book your tickets.

What is the flight duration from Chicago to Germany?
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Average flight time is 8 hours 32 minutes

The fastest flight time from Chicago to Germany is 8 hours 32 minutes

Chicago to Germany flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 8 hours 32 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from Chicago to Germany is 8 hours 32 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from Chicago to Germany is 4,351 miles / 7,002 km

Chicago airports

Chicago has 3 airports: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD).

If you don't fancy flying from Chicago there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Germany: South Bend Airport (SBN), Milwaukee General Mitchell International Airport (MKE), Bloomington Central Illinois Regional Airport (BMI), Madison Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) and Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR).

Germany airports

There are a number of airports nearby that fly to Chicago: Magdeburg Cochstedt Airport (CSO), Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ), Braunschweig Airport (BWE), Paderborn Lippstadt Airport (PAD), Hannover Langenhagen Airport (HAJ), Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Nuremberg Airport (NUE).

Chicago & Germany local times and timezones

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CST -06:00
CET +01:00
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Chicago, United States is 7 hours behind of Germany, Germany

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Chicago to Germany FAQs

How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Germany?

On average, the flight time from Chicago to Germany is 8 hours 32 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from Chicago to Germany could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between Chicago and Germany?

The distance between Chicago and Germany is 4,351 miles or 7,002 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from Chicago to Germany?

The shortest flight time from Chicago to Germany is 8 hours 32 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from Chicago to Germany?

The average flight time from Chicago to Germany is 8 hours 32 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between Chicago and Germany?

The time zone difference between Chicago and Germany is -7 hours.