Bucharest to Chicago Flights
Flights from Bucharest (OTP) to Chicago (CHI) connect Romania and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,371 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 to 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include OTP and CHI, ORD, MDW. The reverse route is Chicago to Bucharest. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Bucharest, Romania
- Destination
- Chicago, United States
- Distance
- 8,371 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 to 12 hours
- Origin codes
- OTP
- Destination codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Bucharest to Chicago
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Route overview
Bucharest to Chicago is a city-pair air route between Romania and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are OTP and CHI. Related codes: OTP → CHI, ORD, MDW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,371 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 to 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Bucharest airports and metro codes: OTP.
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Chicago to Bucharest, other destinations from Bucharest, and other origins into Chicago.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Bucharest to Chicago?
Direct flights from Bucharest to Chicago typically take about 11 to 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Bucharest to Chicago?
The great-circle distance between Bucharest and Chicago is approximately 8,371 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Bucharest to Chicago?
Bucharest is commonly searched with code OTP (related: OTP). Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW).
Are there direct flights from Bucharest to Chicago?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Chicago to Bucharest?
The reverse city pair is Chicago to Bucharest. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,371 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Bucharest to Chicago route connect?
This route connects Romania (Bucharest) with United States (Chicago).