What airlines fly to Chicago?

Lufthansa, LOT and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Romania according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Air Serbia, Scandinavian Airlines, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from Romania to Chicago

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from Romania to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Bucharest to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 13h on average, while flying from Cluj Napoca to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 13h 15m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

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

Prices for flights from Romania to Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Romania to Chicago?

As of July 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Romania to Chicago.

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

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 Romania 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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9:50 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD

26h 20m1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-OTP

17h 55m1 stop

$457Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 14

9:50 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD

26h 20m1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-OTP

17h 55m1 stop

$461Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 14

9:50 pm - 4:10 pmOTP-ORD

26h 20m1 stop

7:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-OTP

17h 55m1 stop

$463Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 14

5:30 am - 9:00 pmOTP-ORD

22h 30m1 stop

9:55 pm - 11:15 pmORD-OTP

17h 20m1 stop

$618LOT

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Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 6

6:05 am - 12:30 pmSBZ-ORD

14h 25m1 stop

9:40 pm - 5:20 pmORD-SBZ

11h 40m1 stop

$643Lufthansa

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Mon, Sep 15 - Sun, Oct 5

1:45 pm - 6:15 pmCLJ-ORD

12h 30m1 stop

9:40 pm - 5:20 pmORD-CLJ

11h 40m1 stop

$647Lufthansa

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Thu, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 2

9:50 am - 10:05 amCLJ-ORD

32h 15m1 stop

11:50 am - 9:00 amORD-CLJ

13h 10m1 stop

$663Turkish Airlines

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Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27

1:45 pm - 2:10 pmOTP-ORD

32h 25m1 stop

4:15 pm - 3:25 pmORD-OTP

15h 10m1 stop

$665KLM

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Thu, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 12

9:10 pm - 9:40 amCLJ-ORD

20h 30m1 stop

11:50 am - 8:25 pmORD-CLJ

24h 35m1 stop

$670Turkish Airlines

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Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Jan 28

6:05 pm - 3:10 pmCLJ-ORD

29h 05m1 stop

9:55 pm - 1:15 pmORD-CLJ

31h 20m1 stop

$745LOT

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Scandinavian Airlines flights from Romania to Chicago

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on Romania to Chicago flight tickets

Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 14

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$457

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 14

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$461

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Scandinavian Airlines

Aug 29

OTP9:50 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

26h 20m

1 stop

ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 14

ORD7:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

OTP9:10 pmBucharest Otopeni Intl

$463

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Lufthansa flights from Romania to Chicago

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Lufthansa

Sep 15

SBZ6:05 amSibiu

14h 25m

1 stop

ORD12:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 5

ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 40m

1 stop

SBZ5:20 pmSibiu

$643

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Lufthansa

Sep 18

CLJ1:45 pmCluj Napoca

12h 30m

1 stop

ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 2

ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 40m

1 stop

CLJ5:20 pmCluj Napoca

$647

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Lufthansa

Nov 6

SBZ6:00 amSibiu

20h 25m

1 stop

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 10

ORD9:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 25m

1 stop

SBZ6:15 pmSibiu

$650

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BucharestChicago

OTP - ORD

OTPORD

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

9:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

7:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$457

BucharestChicago

OTP - ORD

OTPORD

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

9:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

7:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$461

BucharestChicago

OTP - ORD

OTPORD

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Fri 8/29

9:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

7:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$463

BucharestChicago

OTP - ORD

OTPORD

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Wed 10/29

5:30 am-9:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/6

9:55 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$618

SibiuChicago

SBZ - ORD

SBZORD

Sibiu

Mon 9/15

6:05 am-12:30 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

9:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$643

Cluj NapocaChicago

CLJ - ORD

CLJORD

Cluj Napoca

Thu 9/18

1:45 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

9:40 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$647

Cluj NapocaChicago

CLJ - ORD

CLJORD

Cluj Napoca

Wed 1/21

9:50 am-10:05 am

1 stop32h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

11:50 am-9:00 am

1 stop13h 10m

$663

BucharestChicago

OTP - ORD

OTPORD

Bucharest Otopeni Intl

Thu 8/28

1:45 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop32h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

4:15 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$665

Cluj NapocaChicago

CLJ - ORD

CLJORD

Cluj Napoca

Mon 9/1

9:10 pm-9:40 am

1 stop20h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

11:50 am-8:25 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$670

Cluj NapocaChicago

CLJ - ORD

CLJORD

Cluj Napoca

Sat 8/30

6:05 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

9:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$745

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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 Romania, with most prices found around $598. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Romania to Chicago during April average around $645.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $660. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Romania to Chicago for around $723.

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 afternoon. Flights from Romania to Chicago during this time can be as low as $658. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $753.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Romania when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $688 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Romania for as low as $596 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Romania to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Romania to Chicago flight.

Cheap Romania to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$357
Fastest flight time	12h 30m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Romania in the past 72 hours is $357. The best round-trip flight deal from Romania to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $457.

The fastest flight from Romania to Chicago takes 12h 30m

There are no direct flights from Romania to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, Cluj Napoca Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Romania to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Romania to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Romania to Chicago?
As of July 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Romania to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Romania to Chicago?
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 Romania 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.

Best airlines flying from Romania to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $336	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $548	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $552	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $565	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
KLM	PriceFrom $570	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
LOT	PriceFrom $573	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,105 reviews	Search LOT flights
Air France	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $597	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $623	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

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