Distance from Chicago to Kampala

The distance between Chicago, United States and Kampala, Uganda is 12,429 km (7,723 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 15536 km (9654 miles) by car — around 194 h 12 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 12,429 km / 7,723 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 15536 km / 9654 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 194 h 12 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 15 h 7 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
Chicago, United States 41.883229 -87.632398
Kampala, Uganda 0.3156879 32.5781139

Frequently asked questions

How far is Kampala from Chicago?

The straight-line (air) distance from Chicago, United States to Kampala, Uganda is 12,429 km (7,723 miles). By road it is roughly 15536 km (9654 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from Chicago to Kampala?

Approximately 194 h 12 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 15536 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Kampala?

A direct flight covers 12,429 km in about 15 h 7 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

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