What airlines fly to Romania?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Romania from Chicago according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Romania. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Romania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 July 2026, there are 12 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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8:10 pm - 9:10 pm

ORD

TSR

17h 00m

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10:00 pm - 9:40 am

TSR

ORD

19h 40m

1 stop

$641Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 18

8:10 pm - 9:10 pm

ORD

TSR

17h 00m

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10:00 pm - 9:40 am

TSR

ORD

19h 40m

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$666Turkish Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 18

5:10 pm - 1:20 pm

ORD

CLJ

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2:00 pm - 7:50 pm

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13h 50m

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$823LOT

Thu, Aug 13 - Wed, Aug 26

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6:00 am - 2:55 pm

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$825United Airlines

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$826LOT

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CLJ

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$827Lufthansa

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ORD

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$828United Airlines

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SBZ

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ORD

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$954Austrian Airlines

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ORD

29h 55m

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$955Austrian Airlines

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OMR

ORD

28h 45m

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$5,180Lufthansa

Thu, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 21

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Lufthansa flights from Chicago to Romania

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Lufthansa

Nov 15

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

OTP6:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 29

OTP6:05 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$823

Lufthansa

Dec 6

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

CLJ12:55 amCluj Napoca

Jan 5

CLJ2:25 pmCluj Napoca

37h 40m

2 stops

ORD8:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$827

Lufthansa

Dec 3

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 05m

1 stop

CLJ12:55 amCluj Napoca

Jan 8

CLJ6:00 amCluj Napoca

20h 25m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$833

LOT flights from Chicago to Romania

Our best LOT deals on Chicago to Romania flight tickets

LOT

Aug 14

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 55m

1 stop

OTP5:45 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 24

OTP6:30 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

52h 40m

2 stops

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$798

LOT

Aug 19

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

32h 00m

1 stop

OTP1:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Sep 2

OTP2:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

13h 15m

1 stop

ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$802

LOT

Aug 15

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 25m

1 stop

OTP11:15 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 25

OTP2:35 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

32h 35m

2 stops

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$804

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Tue 10/6

8:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 00m

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Sun 10/18

10:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop19h 40m

$641

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ORD - TSR

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/6

8:10 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 00m

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Sun 10/18

10:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop19h 40m

$666

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

5:10 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Cluj Napoca

Wed 8/26

2:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$823

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ORD - CLJ

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

3:55 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Cluj Napoca

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-2:55 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$825

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

5:10 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops36h 10m

Cluj Napoca

Wed 9/16

2:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$826

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/6

9:50 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 05m

Cluj Napoca

Tue 1/5

2:25 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops37h 40m

$827

ChicagoCluj Napoca

ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6:00 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop11h 40m

Cluj Napoca

Thu 1/7

6:00 am-2:10 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$828

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ORD - SBZ

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

12:55 pm-11:20 am

2 stops14h 25m

Sibiu

Wed 10/28

4:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$954

ChicagoSibiu

ORD - SBZ

ORDSBZ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

4:20 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Sibiu

Wed 10/28

4:05 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$955

ChicagoOradea

ORD - OMR

ORDOMR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

4:05 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Oradea

Fri 8/21

2:15 pm-11:00 am

2 stops28h 45m

$5,180

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Romania

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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 $569, 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 January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $582.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $853. 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 Friday because tickets tend to average around $893. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Romania.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Romania flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago 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 $745 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 $365 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Romania flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Romania flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Romania flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Romania flight.

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Best Price Found	$478
Fastest flight time	12h 20m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Romania from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $478. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Romania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $932.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Romania takes 12h 20m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Romania

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 July 2026, there are 12 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 83.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A330-200 at 16.67%.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Romania

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,011 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $418	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,124 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $503	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,447 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,627 reviews	Search Air France flights
Air Serbia	PriceFrom $537	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 231 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights
KLM	PriceFrom $541	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,542 reviews	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $549	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,148 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
LOT	PriceFrom $568	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,212 reviews	Search LOT flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 2,010 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Delta	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,475 reviews	Search Delta 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.

How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to Romania?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Romania from Chicago.

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