Is the Atlantic Ocean Wider Than Your Knowledge of Geography?
Fear not, intrepid traveler, for we shall embark on a quest to determine the distance between the Windy City and the European continent!
But first, a public service announcement:
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Don't be this guy:
Me, at a Chicago pub, loudly proclaiming to be an expert in all things European
Me, after someone politely asks how far it is to Europe
Me, with a bead of sweat trickling down my forehead, frantically googling "distance between Chicago and Europe"
Avoid the embarrassment! Read this post and become a geography whiz!
So, How Far Exactly?
Alright, alright, enough suspense. You just want the answer. Here it is: Europe isn't a single city, but a whole continent (think giant landmass), so the distance depends on where in Europe you're curious about. But to quench your thirst for knowledge, let's take a popular European destination: Paris, the City of Lights!
Chicago to Paris: A Tale of Two Cities (and an Ocean in Between)
Flying from Chicago's O'Hare International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport will take you roughly 8 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 4,151 miles (6,681 kilometers). That's a pretty hefty chunk of change for the ol' odometer!
But hey, that's just the distance by air. What if you're feeling adventurous?
Well, let's just say strapping on a swimsuit and paddling across the Atlantic might not be the most time-efficient option. In fact, unless you're aiming to be the Christopher Columbus of our time (with a much better sense of direction), this method is best left to the history books.
The Final Tally
Europe is definitely far from Chicago, but don't let that discourage you! With modern airplanes, that distance can be conquered in a single day. So, pack your bags, grab your beret (if you're going to Paris), and get ready to explore a whole new world (or continent, to be more precise).
