International hub · Chicago, United States
Chicago O'Hare International
- Elevation
- 680 ft
- Coordinates
- 41°59′N 87°54′W
- Local time
- America/Chicago
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Field information
KORD runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Chicago O'Hare International (KORD/ORD) has 8 runways; the longest, 10L/28R, is 13,000 ft (3,962 m) of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as ARFF index E. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at KORD, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Chicago
Country
United States
US
Municipality
Chicago
Elevation
680 ft
Position
41.9786, -87.9048
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
ARFF index E
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · KORD
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10L/28R | 13,000 ft (3,962 m) | 150 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 09R/27L | 11,260 ft (3,432 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 09C/27C | 11,245 ft (3,427 m) | 200 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 10C/28C | 10,800 ft (3,292 m) | 200 ft | concrete | Lighted |
| 04R/22L | 8,075 ft (2,461 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 04L/22R | 7,500 ft (2,286 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 09L/27R | 7,500 ft (2,286 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 10R/28L | 7,500 ft (2,286 m) | 150 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at KORD.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Chicago O'Hare International (KORD / ORD) in Chicago, United States of America, through one 24/7 OCC desk. KORD is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at KORD
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – United States of America
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of United States of America. Applicable permit lead times for United States of America are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for United States of America are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at KORD
Direct FBO and handler coordination at KORD covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at KORD
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at KORD is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
- 04
Flight Planning & Dispatch to KORD
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for KORD: 41° 58′ 43″ N 87° 54′ 17″ W; elevation 680 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Chicago
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Chicago. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at KORD.
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Cargo Operations at KORD
Support for freighter operations into KORD covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where KORD sits in the network
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Operating into KORD?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Chicago O'Hare International — one desk for the whole trip.