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Distance from Chicago to Monterrey

Straight line

2,138 km
1,329 mi · 1,155 NM

By road

2,466 km
1,532 mi

Travel time

27 h 19 min
flight ≈ 3 h 10 min

Direction

SW 217°
initial bearing

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How far is Chicago from Monterrey?

Chicago (United States) and Monterrey (Mexico) are quite far apart: 2,138 km in a straight line, that is 1,329 miles or 1,155 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Chicago to Monterrey is 2,466 km (1,532 miles), about 27 h 19 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 15% longer than the straight line.

From Chicago, Monterrey lies to the south-west (initial bearing 217°). The route crosses from United States into Mexico. The halfway point is at 33.9234°, -94.5884°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 10 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Chicago from Monterrey?

By road it is 2,466 km (1,532 miles) from Chicago to Monterrey; in a straight line it is 2,138 km (1,329 miles).

How long is the drive from Chicago to Monterrey?

About 27 h 19 min on the fastest route (2,466 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Monterrey from Chicago?

Monterrey is to the south-west of Chicago, at an initial bearing of 217°.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Monterrey?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 10 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.