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

Finnair, British Airways, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to Chicago

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from Europe to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 9h 10m on average, while flying from Copenhagen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 9h 15m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

How many flights depart from Europe to Chicago on average per day?

As of July 2026, 96 flights take off from Europe and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 54% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

British Airways, Lufthansa and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Europe according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Europe to Chicago on average per week?

678 flights are operational weekly from Europe to Chicago as of July 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Europe to Chicago are updated daily.

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There are 12 operators available for flights from Europe to Chicago as of July 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe to Chicago.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$352 Cheap Flights from Europe to Chicago in 2026

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10:30 am - 6:40 pm

CDG

ORD

15h 10m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 12:20 pm

ORD

CDG

13h 45m

1 stop

$647Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31

11:25 am - 1:10 pm

ORY

ORD

32h 45m

2 stops

3:00 pm - 9:55 pm

ORD

ORY

23h 55m

2 stops

$648Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Sep 6

10:05 am - 4:57 pm

CDG

ORD

13h 52m

2 stops

8:45 am - 7:05 am

ORD

CDG

15h 20m

1 stop

$648Air Canada

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

5:40 pm - 3:30 pm

ORY

ORD

28h 50m

1 stop

8:10 pm - 5:30 pm

ORD

ORY

14h 20m

2 stops

$649TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 15

6:50 am - 2:25 pm

CDG

ORD

14h 35m

1 stop

7:59 am - 9:20 am

ORD

CDG

19h 21m

1 stop

$649American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31

8:25 am - 1:20 pm

WAW

ORD

11h 55m

1 stop

12:55 pm - 2:15 pm

ORD

WAW

18h 20m

2 stops

$669Austrian Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 19

2:15 pm - 11:31 pm

WAW

ORD

16h 16m

2 stops

2:30 pm - 4:20 pm

ORD

WAW

18h 50m

2 stops

$673United Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 13

9:40 am - 8:33 pm

WAW

ORD

17h 53m

2 stops

9:50 pm - 4:15 pm

ORD

WAW

11h 25m

1 stop

$676United Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Nov 25

8:00 pm - 3:10 pm

FRA

ORD

26h 10m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 9:40 am

ORD

FRA

28h 50m

1 stop

$719LOT

Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 18

10:15 am - 12:00 pm

BRU

ORD

8h 45mnonstop

6:00 pm - 9:00 am

ORD

BRU

8h 00mnonstop

$795Lufthansa

Thu, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 29

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United Airlines

Jul 7

WAW2:15 pmWarsaw Frederic Chopin

16h 16m

2 stops

ORD11:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 4

ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

WAW4:15 pmWarsaw Frederic Chopin

$672

United Airlines

Aug 4

WAW2:15 pmWarsaw Frederic Chopin

16h 16m

2 stops

ORD11:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 13

ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 50m

2 stops

WAW4:20 pmWarsaw Frederic Chopin

$673

United Airlines

Aug 5

WAW9:40 amWarsaw Frederic Chopin

17h 53m

2 stops

ORD8:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 24

ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 15m

1 stop

WAW4:15 pmWarsaw Frederic Chopin

$676

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Nov 4

LHR12:10 pmLondon Heathrow

12h 15m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 7

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 10m

1 stop

LHR8:05 amLondon Heathrow

$691

Aer Lingus

Oct 29

LHR12:10 pmLondon Heathrow

12h 15m

1 stop

ORD7:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 7

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 10m

1 stop

LHR8:05 amLondon Heathrow

$693

Aer Lingus

Jul 9

LHR7:40 amLondon Heathrow

12h 20m

1 stop

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 12

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 20m

1 stop

LHR8:05 amLondon Heathrow

$793

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CDG - ORD

CDGORD

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 12/17

10:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/31

3:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$647

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ORY - ORD

ORYORD

Paris Orly

Mon 8/24

11:25 am-1:10 pm

2 stops32h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

3:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$648

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CDG - ORD

CDGORD

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 9/3

10:05 am-4:57 pm

2 stops13h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

8:45 am-7:05 am

1 stop15h 20m

$648

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ORY - ORD

ORYORD

Paris Orly

Sat 11/7

5:40 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop28h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/15

8:10 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops14h 20m

$649

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CDG - ORD

CDGORD

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Wed 10/14

6:50 am-2:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/31

7:59 am-9:20 am

1 stop19h 21m

$649

WarsawChicago

WAW - ORD

WAWORD

Warsaw Frederic Chopin

Sun 9/6

8:25 am-1:20 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

12:55 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$669

WarsawChicago

WAW - ORD

WAWORD

Warsaw Frederic Chopin

Tue 8/4

2:15 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops16h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/13

2:30 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$673

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WAW - ORD

WAWORD

Warsaw Frederic Chopin

Wed 8/5

9:40 am-8:33 pm

2 stops17h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/25

9:50 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$676

Frankfurt am MainChicago

FRA - ORD

FRAORD

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 10/3

8:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop26h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/18

9:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 50m

$719

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BRU - ORD

BRUORD

Brussels Bruxelles-National

Thu 7/16

10:15 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop8h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

6:00 pm-9:00 am

Nonstop8h 00m

$795

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Europe, with most prices found around $651. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Europe to Chicago during November average around $664.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $903. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Europe to Chicago for around $1,016.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is at noon. Flights from Europe to Chicago during this time can be as low as $912. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $947.

What is the cheapest Europe to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Europe to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Europe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $817 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Europe for as low as $728 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Europe to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Europe to Chicago flight.

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Best Price Found	$536
Fastest flight time	6h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Europe in the past 72 hours is $536. The best round-trip flight deal from Europe to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $668.

The fastest flight from Europe to Chicago takes 6h 40m

Direct flights go from Europe to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Europe there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Europe to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Chicago?
There are 12 operators available for flights from Europe to Chicago as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Icelandair	PriceFrom $364	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 694 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,634 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $453	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,087 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $466	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $467	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,859 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,248 reviews	Search Iberia flights
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