How to find cheap flights to Chicago
243 € is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Chicago. Or you can book a round-trip ticket for 340 €.
Have the best deals come straight to you by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a push notification on the app when ticket prices drop.
Book sooner rather than later. You might even be able to score some amazing early bird deals on your flight.
Select 'Add nearby airports' when searching to increase your chances of securing cheap flights to Chicago. Doing this will give you more choices for where to start and end your trip, as well as different fares.
Indirect routes can often save you money, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets.
Best time to go to Chicago
Make use of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that fits your plans and budget.
August sees the highest demand for flights. The city is generally at its peak, making it an ideal time to visit.
Visit in February if you're looking for a more relaxed experience. This is the least busy month and also when plane tickets to Chicago are often more affordable.
Check the weather before you head off. July is the warmest time of year in Chicago, with averages between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January is when temperatures are at their coolest, between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
Hoping to leave the raincoat at home? November is the driest month in Chicago, averaging five days of rain.
Expect the heaviest showers during May, which gets around ten days of wet weather.
Flying to Chicago: what you need to know
Explore the options for flying into O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your Chicago flight. Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is another choice.
Most flights arriving in the city land at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Offering direct flights to Chicago, these leading airlines make reaching your destination easy:
Chicago operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
After you've booked your ticket, find the perfect place to call your own while you're away. Here's a roundup of comfy hotels to put on your short list:
Getting to central Chicago from O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Central Chicago is about 40 kilometres from ORD, the city's main gateway.
Once you've touched down from your flight to Chicago, the drive to the centre takes around 35 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 55 minutes on public transport.
Whether you're coming in late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near O'Hare International Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to Chicago touches down:
Kick off your Chicago adventure sooner by picking up a car hire at ORD. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are major names to take your pick of here.
Chicago highlights
Put these major attractions on your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Chicago:
Millennium Park: Around 0.80 kilometres northeast of the centre in Loop, this landmark is the perfect opening act for your trip.
Wicker Park Farmers Market: Put some of your travel budget to good use here while exploring Chicago. This shopping area is roughly 5 kilometres northwest of the centre in West Town.
Willis Tower: Want more reasons to visit Chicago? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is around 0.48 kilometres west of the city centre in Loop.
Explore more of the United States
Up for more adventures? Indianapolis will keep things interesting on your trip through the United States. It's around 274 kilometres southeast of Chicago and features Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. The closest airport to this city is Indianapolis International Airport (IND).
Milwaukee makes a great addition to your trip to the United States. You'll find it roughly 129 kilometres north of Chicago. Richards Duplex Apartments by Frank Lloyd Wright, Miller Park and Discovery World are major draws. You can arrive here through General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).
Say yes to more adventures in Fort Wayne. Roughly 225 kilometres east of Chicago, African-American Historical Museum, Salomon Farm Park and Science Central are reason enough to go.
Complete your trip with a Chicago car hire
Rent a car in the city and drive off when you're ready. Browse the range of car rentals in Chicago and discover all top deals with one simple search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from included mileage to flexible bookings and provider rating.
