DeKalb to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is DeKalb from Tulsa?

The distance from DeKalb to Tulsa is 556.6 miles (895.8 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located SW of DeKalb. By car, the driving distance is approximately 668 miles, taking about 13h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — DeKalb in Illinois and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for DeKalb and Tulsa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.