Beijing to Chicago (PKX–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Beijing to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 6,604 mi 2h 50m nonstop -13h behind 14 1-stop hubs

PKX–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 6,604 miles in approximately 2h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PKX–ORD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines 0 SkyTeam
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: DL (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PKX to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
990
Candidates
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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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-13h
Chicago is 13 hours behind Beijing.
PKX: CST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 5:00 AM in Chicago.
Distance & Flight Time
6,604 mi / 10,628 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

PKX–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Beijing to Chicago route.
Route details
Distance6,604 mi / 10,628 km
Flight time2h 50m
Time difference-13 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: PKX
IATA / ICAOPKX / ZBAD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr49.4M
Elevation98 ft / 30 m
Destination: ORD
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PKX to ORD flights.
Nonstop flights from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport take approximately 2h 50m. The route covers 6,604 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Delta Air Lines.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAN, XMN, AUH, DOH, IST, PVG, ICN, HND, CMN, FRA, AMS, HEL, HKG and SIN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chicago is 13 hours behind Beijing.
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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 PKX to ORD

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines.

PKX to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PKX to ORD ranges from 2 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,604 miles (10,628 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CAN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.