Flights Brussels → Chicago
BRU → ORD
How long is the flight from Brussels to Chicago?
The flight from Brussels (BRU) to Chicago (ORD) takes about 8h 46m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route overview
The flight route connects Brussels with Chicago, operating a Boeing 777 aircraft. The destination airport in Chicago serves an impressive number of passengers annually, totaling 80,071,737.
The Brussels (BRU) → Chicago (ORD) route is operated by Brussels Airlines, United Airlines. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 9.5/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Chicago the average ATFM delay is 5.5 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from Brussels the average ATFM delay is 1.0 minutes.
Heading to Chicago: what to expect in this direction
Flying from Brussels (BRU) to Chicago (ORD) heads north-west for about 6,675 km, a flight time of roughly 8h 46m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing Brussels the average ATFM delay is 1.0 min (atfm); arriving into Chicago it is 5.5 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines (UA) | 83% | 5 min | 1.3% |
| Brussels Airlines (SN) | 83% | 15 min | 3.3% |
Airlines operating BRU-ORD
Frequently asked questions about BRU-ORD
The flight from Brussels (BRU) to Chicago (ORD) takes about 8h 46m. This is an estimate based on the distance between the two airports: the real time depends on the aircraft, wind and any stops.
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: Brussels Airlines, United Airlines.
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The Brussels-Chicago route is about 6,675 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, EU261 compensation is €600, barring extraordinary circumstances.
