Qibla Direction in Chicago
United States · 11,149 km to Makkah
48.7°
northeast (NE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Chicago, Illinois is 48.7° from true north — northeast (NE). Makkah is 11,149 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Chicago?
48.7° clockwise from true north, i.e. northeast.
How far is Chicago from Makkah?
About 11,149 km (6,928 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 41.8500°, -87.6500°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.