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Distance from Xi’an to Chicago

Straight line

11,409 km
7,089 mi · 6,160 NM

By road

11,546 km
7,174 mi

Travel time

134 h 42 min
flight ≈ 14 h 46 min

Direction

NNE 13°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Chicago?

Xi’an (China) and Chicago (United States) are very far apart: 11,409 km in a straight line, that is 7,089 miles or 6,160 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Xi’an to Chicago is 11,546 km (7,174 miles), about 134 h 42 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Xi’an, Chicago lies to the north (initial bearing 13°). The route crosses from China into United States. The halfway point is at 78.9368°, 171.0191°.

A direct flight would take about 14 h 46 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 Xi’an from Chicago?

By road it is 11,546 km (7,174 miles) from Xi’an to Chicago; in a straight line it is 11,409 km (7,089 miles).

How long is the drive from Xi’an to Chicago?

About 134 h 42 min on the fastest route (11,546 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Chicago from Xi’an?

Chicago is to the north of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 13°.

How long is the flight from Xi’an to Chicago?

A direct flight would take about 14 h 46 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.