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Distance from Chicago to Tijuana

Straight line

2,788 km
1,733 mi · 1,506 NM

By road

3,375 km
2,097 mi

Travel time

36 h 55 min
flight ≈ 3 h 59 min

Direction

WSW 258°
initial bearing

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How far is Chicago from Tijuana?

Chicago (United States) and Tijuana (Mexico) are very far apart: 2,788 km in a straight line, that is 1,733 miles or 1,506 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Chicago to Tijuana is 3,375 km (2,097 miles), about 36 h 55 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 21% longer than the straight line.

From Chicago, Tijuana lies to the west (initial bearing 258°). The route crosses from United States into Mexico. The halfway point is at 38.0918°, -103.2572°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 59 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 Tijuana?

By road it is 3,375 km (2,097 miles) from Chicago to Tijuana; in a straight line it is 2,788 km (1,733 miles).

How long is the drive from Chicago to Tijuana?

About 36 h 55 min on the fastest route (3,375 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Tijuana from Chicago?

Tijuana is to the west of Chicago, at an initial bearing of 258°.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Tijuana?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 59 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.