What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Romania?

Air Serbia, SWISS, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Romania

What airlines fly to Romania?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and LOT are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Romania from Chicago according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Romania. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Romania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Romania?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Romania refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Romania?

As of November 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Romania.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Romania?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Romania.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Romania?

The required travel and health documents for your Romania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Romania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:55 pm - 5:20 pmORD-CLJ

11h 25m1 stop

1:55 pm - 8:00 pmCLJ-ORD

14h 05m1 stop

$496LOT

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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 10

9:50 pm - 12:55 amORD-CLJ

19h 05m1 stop

6:00 am - 5:48 pmCLJ-ORD

19h 48m2 stops

$508Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 10

8:20 pm - 8:50 amORD-OTP

28h 30m1 stop

9:30 am - 6:15 pmOTP-ORD

16h 45m1 stop

$520Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 31

11:50 am - 2:10 pmORD-OTP

18h 20m1 stop

9:50 pm - 6:25 pmOTP-ORD

28h 35m1 stop

$521Turkish Airlines

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Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Feb 7

3:35 pm - 1:30 pmORD-OMR

13h 55m2 stops

2:10 pm - 6:25 pmOMR-ORD

12h 15m1 stop

$521Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 12

9:50 pm - 12:55 amORD-CLJ

19h 05m1 stop

6:00 am - 6:25 pmCLJ-ORD

20h 25m1 stop

$522Lufthansa

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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 22

10:35 pm - 11:50 pmORD-OTP

17h 15m1 stop

2:45 pm - 8:05 pmOTP-ORD

13h 20m1 stop

$530Lufthansa

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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 11

6:50 pm - 12:30 amORD-OTP

21h 40m1 stop

6:30 am - 4:20 pmOTP-ORD

17h 50m1 stop

$537SWISS

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Fri, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 12

4:15 pm - 1:40 pmORD-CLJ

13h 25m2 stops

6:00 am - 7:30 pmCLJ-ORD

21h 30m2 stops

$540United Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 22

9:25 pm - 1:40 pmORD-CLJ

32h 15m2 stops

2:25 pm - 11:59 pmCLJ-ORD

17h 34m2 stops

$548United Airlines

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Sun, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 6

Austrian Airlines flights from Chicago to Romania

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Austrian Airlines

Feb 2

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 25m

2 stops

OTP6:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Feb 16

OTP6:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

15h 05m

1 stop

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$543

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Austrian Airlines

Mar 7

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 10m

1 stop

OTP12:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Mar 21

OTP6:55 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

15h 05m

1 stop

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$557

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Austrian Airlines

Nov 11

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 30m

2 stops

OTP12:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 16

OTP7:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$615

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KLM flights from Chicago to Romania

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KLM

Dec 2

ORD1:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 37m

2 stops

OTP1:00 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Dec 15

OTP8:35 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

13h 45m

1 stop

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$570

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KLM

Nov 9

MDW1:15 pmChicago Midway

18h 10m

2 stops

OTP3:25 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 22

OTP1:55 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 45m

2 stops

MDW11:40 pmChicago Midway

$605

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ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

9:55 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Cluj Napoca

Wed 12/10

1:55 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$496

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

9:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 05m

Cluj Napoca

Wed 12/10

6:00 am-5:48 pm

2 stops19h 48m

$508

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

8:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Tue 3/31

9:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$520

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

11:50 am-2:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Sat 2/7

9:50 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$521

ChicagoOradea

ORD - OMR

ORDOMR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

3:35 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops13h 55m

Oradea

Fri 12/12

2:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$521

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

9:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 05m

Cluj Napoca

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$522

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

10:35 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 12/11

2:45 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$530

ChicagoBucharest

ORD - OTP

ORDOTP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

6:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop21h 40m

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 12/12

6:30 am-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 50m

$537

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

4:15 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops13h 25m

Cluj Napoca

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$540

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/23

9:25 pm-1:40 pm

2 stops32h 15m

Cluj Napoca

Sat 12/6

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops17h 34m

$548

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Romania

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Romania?

The cheapest month to fly to Romania from Chicago is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $599, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Romania during the month of February, then departing from Chicago during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $601.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Romania?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Romania is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $773. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $931. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Romania.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Romania?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Romania is in the morning. Flights from Chicago to Romania during this time can be as low as $607. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $872. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Romania?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Romania from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Romania for around $708 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Romania from Chicago for as low as $634 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Romania flights?

You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Romania flight.

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The best flight deal from Chicago to Romania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $827

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Romania. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Romania.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Romania?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Romania refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Romania?
As of November 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Chicago to Romania.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Romania?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Romania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Romania?
The required travel and health documents for your Romania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Romania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Romania?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Romania is Airbus A330, representing 100.00% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Romania

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to Romania with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,564 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $503	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,032 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 865 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,135 reviews	Search LOT flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $569	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,558 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,500 reviews	Search British Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,779 reviews	Search SWISS flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $588	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,007 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $618	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,484 reviews	Search Air France flights
Air Serbia	PriceFrom $655	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 207 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights

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Can I find flights from Chicago to Romania with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Romania from Chicago with this policy.

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