Chicago to Brasília (ORD–BSB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chicago to Brasília
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 4,740 mi 8h 1m nonstop +2h ahead 12 1-stop hubs

ORD–BSB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Qatar Airways leads the route. The flight covers 4,740 miles in approximately 8h 1m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop ORD–BSB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
QR Qatar Airways 0 – – 36% Oneworld –
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: QR (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ORD to BSB.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
550
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Brasília is 2 hours ahead of Chicago.
ORD: CDT · BSB: -03

When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 8:00 PM in Brasília.
Distance & Flight Time
4,740 mi / 7,627 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 1m to 8h 57m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders need an eVisa to enter Brazil. Apply through the official portal at gov.br/mre before departure. The eVisa costs USD 80.90, is valid for 10 years with multiple entries, and allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes a few business days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from downtown Loop stations to O'Hare (45 min, $5). Pace buses serve suburbs. Ride-shares cost $35–55 from downtown depending on traffic; add 30+ minutes during rush hour on the Kennedy Expressway.Economy parking lots E/F connect via ATS people mover. Terminal 5 (international) is separate from Terminals 1–3; allow extra time for inter-terminal transfers.

Facts

ORD–BSB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chicago to Brasília route.
Route details
Distance4,740 mi / 7,627 km
Flight time8h 1m to 8h 57m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
Destination: BSB
Full namePresidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport
IATA / ICAOBSB / SBBR
TimezoneAmerica/Sao_Paulo
Passengers/yr15.0M
Elevation3,497 ft / 1,066 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORD to BSB flights.
Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport take approximately 8h 1m to 8h 57m. The route covers 4,740 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Qatar Airways.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OPF, VCP, BWI, AUS, PTY, MCO, LIS, MIA, CUN, GRU, GIG and BOG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Brasília is 2 hours ahead of Chicago.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ORD to BSB

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek International Airport (BSB) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways.

ORD to BSB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ORD to BSB ranges from 8 hours 1 minutes to 8 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,740 miles (7,627 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via OPF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.