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Distance from Berlin to Chicago

7,083 km (4,401 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

7,083 km

Kilometers

4,401 miles

Miles

~8h 50m

Est. Flight

7h

Time Difference

Berlin

Germany
Area: 892 km²
Population: 3.65M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 34m

Chicago

USA
Area: 606 km²
Population: 2.7M
Timezone: UTC-6
Elevation: 176m

Berlin and Chicago sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 8h 50m by commercial jet.

Berlin is known for Brandenburg Gate and Berlin Wall remnants, while Chicago is famous for Deep-dish pizza and Willis Tower.

In terms of city area, Berlin is 1.5x larger than Chicago. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Berlin from Chicago?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Berlin to Chicago is 7,083 km (4,401 miles).

How long is the flight from Berlin to Chicago?

A direct flight would take approximately 8h 50m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Berlin bigger than Chicago?

Berlin is larger at 892 km², compared to 606 km².

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