Your Flight
We analysed more than 3,000 data points along your route from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago to Hanscom Field, Bedford.
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
✈
BED
Hanscom Field
Route Information
Departure
ORD (ORD)
Distance
1,367.0 km (738.1 nautical miles)
Arrival
BED (BED)
Estimated Flight Time
137 minutes (2h 17m)
Flight Profile
Cruise Altitude: 31,000 ft (Flight Level 310)
Route calculated using great circle navigation
Turbulence comfort along route
Comfort score combines turbulence probability with intensity — higher means rougher
Smooth
Light
Moderate
Severe
We know turbulence can feel scary — especially on long flights.
This report is built for you: what bumps feel like, when they happen, and why you'll be completely safe. 1 in 3 passengers feel exactly like you.
Right now on your route
Live pilot reports from aircraft flying ORD → BED
15 pilot reports along this route
10 / 15
Reporting smooth
4 / 15
Light turbulence
1
Moderate or worse
Latest pilot reports
Smooth
PWK UA /OV PWK/TM 1235/FL030/TP ASTR/SK OVC030-TOPUNKN
8m ago
Light
ORD UA /OV ORD360005/TM 1234/FLDURC/TP B739/TB LGT CHOP/IC NEG
9m ago
Smooth
TOL UA /OV 7 SW DFI/TM 1234/FLDURD/TP C340/SK B030
9m ago
Smooth
ORD UA /OV ORD/TM 1233/FLSFC/TP B787/RM BRAKING ACTION GOOD RWY 27C
10m ago
Smooth
EWR UA /OV 8 W TEB/TM 1233/FLDURC/TP GLF4/SK TOPS 032
10m ago
AI-powered flight briefing
3,000 data points analyzed
· VERY HIGH confidence
Your Journey Beta
A brief bumpy patch may occur during cruise. It's nothing to worry about - just keep your seatbelt fastened.
Your route takes you over the Appalachian Mountains – conditions there can sometimes cause light turbulence.
Smooth Flight
We're expecting smooth conditions throughout your flight. You can sit back and relax.
Takeoff
Takeoff should feel a bit bumpy initially, with calm conditions around the airport.
Winds Aloft
Winds at cruising altitude are about 58 knots. These winds are favorable and may get you there a few minutes early.
Landing
Landing should feel smooth with possible light bumps with typical approach conditions.
You're in Safe Hands
If you feel nervous at any point, remember that turbulence is expected, safe, and part of normal flying. The crew is monitoring everything, and the aircraft is built to handle far more than anything you will feel. Have a safe and calm flight.
Relaxation Exercises
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Flight Timeline 2h 17min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Moderate
0:20-0:45
Light
0:45-1:09
Light
1:09-1:33
Light
1:33-1:57
Light
Landing
Light
Smooth
Light
Moderate
Severe
Longer bars indicate higher turbulence intensity. Values shown are the maximum for each time segment.
Airport conditions
Live weather at departure and arrival
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport — Departure
Visibility
2 mi
Wind
20 kt G30 (300°)
Sky
Overcast
Temperature
-4°C
Conditions
IFR — Low visibility, delays likely
BED
Hanscom Field — Arrival
Visibility
2 mi
Wind
9 kt (140°)
Sky
Overcast
Temperature
6°C
Conditions
IFR — Low visibility, delays likely
Your flight details
Departure timing and aircraft information
Data sources & our approach
ZeroTurb's Custom Algorithm: Our proprietary
ZeroTurb Index (ZTI) combines three meteorological indices weighted by their
predictive accuracy — giving you transparent, passenger-focused turbulence probability instead
of vague categories.
This forecast integrates data from:
- ECMWF Open Data — Global atmospheric model (wind/temperature at 13 flight levels)
- NOAA Aviation Weather Center — Pilot Reports (PIREPs), SIGMETs/AIRMETs, TAFs
- NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center — Aurora forecasts for polar routes
- AviationStack API — Flight schedules and airline operational data
Disclaimer: This forecast is for informational purposes only. Always consult official aviation weather sources and follow ATC guidance.