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

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

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

379 flights are operational weekly from Europe to Chicago as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Europe according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 31% 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 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 Copenhagen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 9h 15m on average, while flying from Madrid to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 9h 25m 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 March 2026, 54 flights take off from Europe and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 58% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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 17 operators available for flights from Europe to Chicago as of March 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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6:35 am - 4:05 pm

MAD

ORD

16h 30m

1 stop

6:05 pm - 12:20 am

ORD

MAD

23h 15m

1 stop

$523TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9

10:25 pm - 4:05 pm

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ORD

24h 40m

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6:05 pm - 12:40 pm

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11h 35m

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$540TAP AIR PORTUGAL

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ORD

16h 25m

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6:05 pm - 12:40 pm

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MAD

11h 35m

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$541TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Sun, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 25

11:15 am - 6:44 pm

MAD

ORD

14h 29m

1 stop

2:40 pm - 9:00 am

ORD

MAD

11h 20m

1 stop

$557United Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 5

7:45 pm - 4:10 pm

MAD

ORD

27h 25m

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7:15 pm - 5:40 pm

ORD

MAD

15h 25m

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$562Scandinavian Airlines

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3:20 pm - 4:10 pm

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ORD

31h 50m

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7:15 pm - 2:35 pm

ORD

FRA

12h 20m

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ORD

10h 10mnonstop

9:50 pm - 1:55 pm

ORD

WAW

9h 05mnonstop

$601LOT

Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 25

1:45 pm - 7:50 pm

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ORD

13h 05m

1 stop

5:10 pm - 2:15 pm

ORD

KRK

14h 05m

1 stop

$607LOT

Tue, Apr 14 - Sun, Apr 19

2:10 pm - 7:45 am

LHR

ORD

23h 35m

1 stop

4:30 pm - 6:45 am

ORD

LHR

8h 15mnonstop

$608United Airlines

Sat, Jun 6 - Sun, Jun 7

11:00 am - 5:54 pm

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MDW

13h 54m

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5:21 pm - 8:55 am

MDW

FRA

32h 34m

1 stop

$717KLM

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Sep 4

MAD10:05 amMadrid Barajas

12h 50m

1 stop

ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 13

ORD2:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m

1 stop

MAD9:20 amMadrid Barajas

$617

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Apr 2

MAD10:05 amMadrid Barajas

12h 50m

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ORD3:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 12

ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

19h 15m

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MAD6:40 pmMadrid Barajas

$673

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Apr 4

MAD7:30 pmMadrid Barajas

24h 05m

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ORD12:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 13

ORD6:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 30m

2 stops

MAD6:40 pmMadrid Barajas

$696

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May 1

MAD6:00 amMadrid Barajas

20h 55m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 8

ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 45m

1 stop

MAD7:50 pmMadrid Barajas

$584

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Apr 22

MAD5:55 amMadrid Barajas

21h 00m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 30

ORD4:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 05m

1 stop

MAD4:10 pmMadrid Barajas

$588

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Apr 27

MAD5:55 amMadrid Barajas

21h 00m

1 stop

ORD7:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 11

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

18h 10m

1 stop

MAD11:40 pmMadrid Barajas

$589

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Sat 5/2

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1 stop16h 30m

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Sat 5/9

6:05 pm-12:20 am

1 stop23h 15m

$523

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MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Fri 4/17

10:25 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

6:05 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$540

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MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Sun 4/19

6:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

6:05 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$541

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MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Tue 4/28

11:15 am-6:44 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

2:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop11h 20m

$557

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MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Thu 5/21

7:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

7:15 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$562

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FRA - ORD

FRAORD

Frankfurt am Main

Thu 5/14

3:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop31h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

7:15 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$564

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Sat 4/11

12:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

9:50 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop9h 05m

$601

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KRK - ORD

KRKORD

Krakow J. Paul II Balice

Tue 4/14

1:45 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

5:10 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$607

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LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Sat 6/6

2:10 pm-7:45 am

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/7

4:30 pm-6:45 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$608

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FRA - MDW

FRAMDW

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 4/5

11:00 am-5:54 pm

1 stop13h 54m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/19

5:21 pm-8:55 am

1 stop32h 34m

$717

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Europe, with most prices found around $577. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Europe to Chicago during February average around $580.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $809. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Europe to Chicago for around $899.

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 in the morning. Flights from Europe to Chicago during this time can be as low as $830. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $940.

What is the cheapest Europe to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $743 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 $621 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.

Can stopping save me money on Europe to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Europe to Chicago flight.

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Best Price Found	$430
Fastest flight time	6h 40m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Europe in the past 72 hours is $430. The best round-trip flight deal from Europe to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $646.

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

Direct flights go from Europe to Chicago on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa and Finnair.

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?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Chicago?
There are 17 operators available for flights from Europe to Chicago as of March 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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Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,487 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $453	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,812 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $466	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,317 reviews	Search Delta flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $473	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,148 reviews	Search Iberia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $485	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,464 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 625 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
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Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $533	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,722 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
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