What airlines fly to Illinois?

British Airways, United Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Europe according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Finnair, LOT, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to Illinois

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

76 flights are operational daily from Europe to Illinois as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of December 2025, 534 flights take off from Europe and land in Illinois each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Europe to Illinois?

The flight from Europe to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Madrid (a popular airport in Europe) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 9h 10m on average. If you fly from Copenhagen (another popular airport in Europe) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 9h 15m.

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

Prices for flights from Europe to Illinois are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Illinois?

There are 14 operators available for flights from Europe to Illinois as of December 2025.

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

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 Illinois.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Illinois 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 Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:10 pm - 3:00 pm

MAD

ORD

24h 50m1 stop

8:25 pm - 11:30 pm

ORD

MAD

20h 05m1 stop

$496TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Tue, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 8

12:00 pm - 2:55 pm

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ORD

9h 55mnonstop

5:40 pm - 8:50 am

ORD

MAD

8h 10mnonstop

$498Iberia

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

6:35 pm - 4:55 pm

MAD

ORD

29h 20m1 stop

7:10 pm - 4:10 pm

ORD

MAD

14h 00m1 stop

$502Scandinavian Airlines

Sat, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 22

11:15 am - 6:28 pm

MAD

ORD

14h 13m1 stop

12:45 pm - 9:15 am

ORD

MAD

13h 30m1 stop

$504United Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

12:00 pm - 2:55 pm

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ORD

9h 55mnonstop

5:10 pm - 11:55 am

ORD

MAD

11h 45m1 stop

$525British Airways

Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 29

1:10 pm - 3:55 pm

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ORD

8h 45mnonstop

7:05 pm - 9:05 am

ORD

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8h 00mnonstop

$592British Airways

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3

7:40 am - 11:00 am

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ORD

9h 20mnonstop

9:05 pm - 11:15 am

ORD

LHR

8h 10mnonstop

$598United Airlines

Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 8

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

IST

ORD

34h 30m1 stop

9:50 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

IST

34h 50m1 stop

$635LOT

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jun 2

7:35 am - 10:05 am

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ORD

11h 30mnonstop

11:50 am - 7:10 am

ORD

IST

10h 20mnonstop

$640Turkish Airlines

Sun, Jan 25 - Mon, Feb 9

12:10 pm - 8:00 pm

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ORD

40h 50m2 stops

9:50 pm - 4:40 pm

ORD

IST

34h 50m1 stop

$646LOT

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jun 2

TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from Europe to Illinois

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Feb 3

MAD9:10 pmMadrid Barajas

24h 50m

1 stop

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 8

ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 05m

1 stop

MAD11:30 pmMadrid Barajas

$496

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Apr 2

MAD8:10 pmMadrid Barajas

26h 50m

1 stop

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 11

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 05m

1 stop

MAD3:20 pmMadrid Barajas

$506

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Apr 1

MAD7:40 amMadrid Barajas

15h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 11

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

MAD7:10 pmMadrid Barajas

$508

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Scandinavian Airlines

Feb 7

MAD6:35 pmMadrid Barajas

29h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 22

ORD7:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 00m

1 stop

MAD4:10 pmMadrid Barajas

$502

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Feb 6

MAD5:00 pmMadrid Barajas

30h 45m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 22

ORD7:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 00m

1 stop

MAD4:10 pmMadrid Barajas

$519

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Feb 2

CDG11:05 amParis Charles de Gaulle

12h 40m

1 stop

ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 15

ORD7:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 15m

1 stop

CDG1:25 pmParis Charles de Gaulle

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MAD - ORD

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9:10 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

8:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$496

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/17

12:00 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

5:40 pm-8:50 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$498

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/7

6:35 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop29h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/22

7:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$502

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/17

11:15 am-6:28 pm

1 stop14h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

12:45 pm-9:15 am

1 stop13h 30m

$504

MadridChicago

MAD - ORD

MADORD

Madrid Barajas

Thu 1/15

12:00 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

5:10 pm-11:55 am

1 stop11h 45m

$525

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LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Fri 4/24

1:10 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop8h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

7:05 pm-9:05 am

Nonstop8h 00m

$592

LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Thu 2/5

7:40 am-11:00 am

Nonstop9h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

9:05 pm-11:15 am

Nonstop8h 10m

$598

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IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

6:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop34h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

9:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$635

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

7:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop11h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

11:50 am-7:10 am

Nonstop10h 20m

$640

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

12:10 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops40h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

9:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop34h 50m

$646

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Europe to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Europe is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $575, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of February, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $582.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Europe to Illinois is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $511. Flights from Europe to Illinois on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $863. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the morning. Flights from Europe to Illinois during this time can be as low as $532. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $963.

What is the cheapest Europe to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Madrid Barajas to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Europe - Illinois flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Europe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $727 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Europe for as low as $697 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Europe to Illinois 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 Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Europe to Illinois.

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Best Price Found	$249
Fastest flight time	6h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Europe in the past 72 hours is $249. The best round-trip flight deal from Europe to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $462.

The fastest flight from Europe to Illinois takes 6h 50m

Direct flights go from Europe to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. 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 Illinois?
Prices for flights from Europe to Illinois are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Illinois?
There are 14 operators available for flights from Europe to Illinois as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to Illinois?
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 Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois 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 Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Europe to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $381	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,015 reviews	Search Delta flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $406	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 592 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $437	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $446	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,412 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $453	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,607 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $460	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,109 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $464	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,057 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $477	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,339 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $521	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,650 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $530	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 880 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights

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Flights from Europe to Illinois with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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