Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

Flights via Lisbon (LIS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $438.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Lufthansa, United Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Frankfurt am Main Airport according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

Reykjavik (KEF) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 45m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 05m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 26% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL, American Airlines, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago

How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago on average per week?

The number of flights available between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago is 91 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 53% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

As of September 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $581 to $753. The lowest price recently found on this route was $583.

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9:20 am - 5:42 pmFRA-ORD

15h 22m1 stop

7:25 pm - 7:40 pmORD-FRA

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Oct 13

FRA10:15 amFrankfurt am Main

11h 25m

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ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD11:23 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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Oct 1

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15h 10m

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Sep 22

FRA9:20 amFrankfurt am Main

13h 37m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Frankfurt am Main Airport, with most prices found around $582. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago during January average around $600.

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 $715. 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago for around $798.

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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $706. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $754.

What is the cheapest Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $704 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Frankfurt am Main Airport for as low as $617 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Frankfurt am Main to Chicago flights?

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

How have Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$672
Fastest flight time	9h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Frankfurt am Main Airport in the past 72 hours is $672. The best round-trip flight deal from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $686.

The fastest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago takes 9h 05m

Direct flights go from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago every day.

There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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How far is Frankfurt am Main to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago is 4322.5 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 9h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?
As of September 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago, the leading plane model is Boeing 747-8, making up 18.89% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner with 17.46%, Airbus A340-300 with 15.82%, and Boeing 787 Dreamliner with 12.62%.
What is the most popular airline from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago is Lufthansa (40% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (40%), British Airways (10%), and Icelandair (10%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $390	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $480	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 544 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $509	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,363 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $543	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $553	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,407 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

United Airlines Flights From Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago
The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $543. Generally, United Airlines has 28 flights on this route every week with an average price of $730. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.
Lufthansa Flights From Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago
Lufthansa (6.8/10 from 7,407 reviews) operates around 28 flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago in any given week. The average Lufthansa airfare for this route is around $698, with deals from around $553 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

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

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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $706. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $754.

What is the cheapest Frankfurt am Main to Chicago flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Frankfurt am Main to Chicago flights?

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

How have Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

TAP AIR PORTUGAL, American Airlines, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 26% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

Flights via Lisbon (LIS) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $438.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 11h 05m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago?

Reykjavik (KEF) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 45m.

How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago on average per day?

13 flights are operational daily from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 53% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago on average per week?

The number of flights available between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago is 91 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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