What airlines fly to Romania?

Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and LOT 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 44% 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?

SWISS, 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 May 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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11:20 pm - 3:05 am

ORD

OTP

19h 45m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 2:30 pm

OTP

ORD

30h 25m

1 stop

$701Air Serbia

Sat, Aug 15 - Tue, Sep 8

4:40 pm - 3:20 pm

ORD

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14h 40m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 2:30 pm

OTP

ORD

30h 25m

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$706Air Serbia

Mon, Aug 17 - Sun, Sep 13

9:40 pm - 6:35 pm

ORD

OTP

12h 55m

1 stop

2:35 pm - 8:05 pm

OTP

ORD

13h 30m

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$714Lufthansa

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 3

6:50 pm - 3:50 pm

ORD

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13h 00m

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6:40 am - 2:00 pm

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ORD

15h 20m

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$715Multiple Airlines

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11:25 am - 9:25 am

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14h 00m

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ORD

27h 15m

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$794Turkish Airlines

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11:25 am - 6:05 pm

ORD

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22h 40m

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10:15 am - 9:40 am

TSR

ORD

31h 25m

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$802Turkish Airlines

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9:40 pm - 1:10 pm

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ORD

32h 10m

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$808United Airlines

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9:40 pm - 12:30 am

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18h 50m

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6:00 am - 6:15 pm

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9:50 pm - 1:20 pm

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ORD

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$833LOT

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CLJ

34h 58m

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CLJ

ORD

37h 00m

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$839United Airlines

Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 22

SWISS flights from Chicago to Romania

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SWISS

Oct 20

ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 40m

1 stop

OTP3:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 3

OTP6:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

17h 50m

1 stop

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$716

SWISS

Oct 19

ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

OTP1:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Nov 2

OTP4:40 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

31h 40m

1 stop

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$717

SWISS

Jul 8

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

OTP1:10 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

Aug 14

OTP6:20 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

14h 15m

1 stop

ORD12:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$746

Air Serbia flights from Chicago to Romania

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Air Serbia

Aug 10

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

OTP3:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 10

OTP4:30 amBucharest Otopeni Intl

24h 45m

1 stop

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$725

Air Serbia

Aug 5

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

OTP3:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 10

OTP4:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

13h 10m

1 stop

ORD9:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$727

Air Serbia

Aug 12

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

OTP3:20 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

Oct 13

OTP4:05 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

30h 25m

1 stop

ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$728

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4:05 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$701

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4:40 pm-3:20 pm

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4:05 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$706

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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9:40 pm-6:35 pm

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2:35 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$714

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6:50 pm-3:50 pm

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1 stop15h 20m

$715

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11:25 am-9:25 am

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2:25 pm-9:40 am

2 stops27h 15m

$794

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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11:25 am-6:05 pm

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10:15 am-9:40 am

1 stop31h 25m

$802

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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9:40 pm-1:10 pm

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Sun 8/23

1:50 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$808

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ORD - CLJ

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/7

9:40 pm-12:30 am

1 stop18h 50m

Cluj Napoca

Fri 8/28

6:00 am-6:15 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$810

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ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

9:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Cluj Napoca

Sun 9/20

2:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$833

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ORD - CLJ

ORDCLJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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6:12 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops34h 58m

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6:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops37h 00m

$839

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $280, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Romania during the month of May, then departing from Chicago during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $301.

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 Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $850. 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 $721 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 2 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 38% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Romania flight.

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Best Price Found	$444
Fastest flight time	9h 50m
Direct flights	Mon and Fri
Airports in Romania	29 airports

The best one-way flight to Romania from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $444. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Romania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $857.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Romania takes 9h 50m

Direct flights go from Chicago to Romania on Monday and Friday. The only airline offering direct flights is HiSky.

There are 29 airports in Romania. From Chicago there are direct flights to Bucharest Otopeni Intl (OTP).

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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 May 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 100.00% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Romania

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,752 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $440	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,997 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $504	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,395 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $534	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,023 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air Serbia	PriceFrom $537	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 227 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights
KLM	PriceFrom $539	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,521 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $569	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,591 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,442 reviews	Search Delta flights
LOT	PriceFrom $580	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,194 reviews	Search LOT flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $586	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,955 reviews	Search SWISS 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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