Your Flight
We analysed more than 2,500 data points along your route from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Chicago to John F Kennedy International Airport, New York.
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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JFK
John F Kennedy International Airport
Route Information
Departure
ORD (ORD)
Distance
1,187.8 km (641.4 nautical miles)
Arrival
JFK (JFK)
Flight Time
145 minutes (2h 25m)
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 they don't put the aircraft in danger. Many passengers feel exactly the same way.
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2,500 data points analyzed
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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.
Mostly Smooth
Overall conditions look mostly smooth with occasional light bumps. Nothing to worry about.
Takeoff
Takeoff should feel smooth with possible light bumps, with calm conditions around the airport.
Winds Aloft
Winds at cruising altitude are about 30 knots.
Landing
Landing should feel a bit bumpy on descent 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.
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ZeroTurb Index (ZTI): Powered by our turbulence prediction algorithm combining atmospheric Richardson Number, wind shear analysis, temperature gradients, and geomagnetic activity. Learn more
Flight Timeline 2h 25min
Maximum turbulence expected per segment
Takeoff
Light
0:20-0:47
Light
0:47-1:13
Light
1:13-1:39
Light
1:39-2:05
Moderate
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
4 mi
Wind
13 kt G20 (80°)
Sky
Overcast
Temperature
21°C
Conditions
MVFR - Reduced visibility, minor delays possible
JFK
John F Kennedy International Airport - Arrival
Wind
6 kt (230°)
Sky
Scattered
Temperature
22°C
Conditions
VFR - Clear conditions, no delays expected
Your flight details
Departure timing and aircraft information
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Category
Regional Jet
Size
Small
Comfort
Regional jets are smaller and lighter, so turbulence may be more noticeable to passengers. However, they are fully certified and safe for all weather conditions.
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.