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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Palermo that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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6:00 pm - 11:05 pmORD-PMO
22h 05m2 stops
12:00 pm - 4:10 pmPMO-ORD
35h 10m2 stops
$714TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Mon, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 24
8:30 pm - 8:15 amORD-PMO
28h 45m1 stop
9:15 am - 9:40 amPMO-ORD
31h 25m1 stop
$716Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 30
3:00 pm - 2:30 pmORD-PMO
16h 30m1 stop
6:10 am - 1:10 pmPMO-ORD
14h 00m1 stop
$778ITA Airways
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Tue, Aug 6 - Tue, Sep 17
3:00 pm - 1:40 pmORD-PMO
15h 40m1 stop
5:30 pm - 1:10 pmPMO-ORD
26h 40m2 stops
$798ITA Airways
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Tue, Aug 6 - Tue, Sep 17
7:10 pm - 11:00 amORD-PMO
32h 50m1 stop
7:45 pm - 1:45 pmPMO-ORD
25h 00m1 stop
$1,012British Airways
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Thu, May 16 - Mon, May 20
8:20 am - 11:00 amORD-PMO
19h 40m1 stop
7:45 pm - 1:45 pmPMO-ORD
25h 00m1 stop
$1,097British Airways
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Fri, May 17 - Mon, May 20
2:20 pm - 1:50 pmORD-PMO
16h 30m1 stop
9:40 am - 3:55 pmPMO-ORD
13h 15m1 stop
$1,111SWISS
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Mon, Jul 29 - Fri, Aug 9
2:20 pm - 8:50 amORD-PMO
11h 30m1 stop
2:35 pm - 12:10 pmPMO-ORD
28h 35m1 stop
$1,211SWISS
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Sun, Jul 28 - Fri, Aug 9
10:30 pm - 11:05 amORD-PMO
29h 35m2 stops
11:55 am - 6:15 pmPMO-ORD
13h 20m1 stop
$1,367Lufthansa
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Sat, May 25 - Wed, Jun 5
9:25 pm - 4:50 pmORD-PMO
12h 25m1 stop
11:55 am - 6:15 pmPMO-ORD
13h 20m1 stop
$1,501Lufthansa
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Fri, May 24 - Thu, Jun 13

Flights from Chicago to Palermo - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Palermo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Palermo?

The average price of all flights from Chicago to Palermo clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Palermo on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Chicago, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Palermo?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago to Palermo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Palermo is February, where tickets cost $803 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is $1,574 and $1,573 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago to Palermo, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Palermo, you should book around 3 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 41 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palermo?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($624) and ITA Airways ($721). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($714) and Turkish Airlines ($716).

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Low season

January

High season

September

Cheapest flight

$479
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 0% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Palermo

When to book flights from Chicago to Palermo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Palermo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Palermo

  • Do airlines offer extra amenities when traveling with kids from Chicago to Palermo?

    American Airlines, ITA Airways, Swiss, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa all offer flights from Chicago to Palermo for families with youngsters. These airlines offer a wide range of extra amenities, including priority boarding, complimentary food and beverages, in-flight entertainment – including kid-friendly movies and TV shows, and free food and beverages.

  • From Chicago to Palermo, do airlines provide services for passengers with disabilities?

    Travelers with disabilities, especially those with limited mobility, are assisted and accommodated by Lufthansa, American Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and SWISS. These airlines provide a range of services to make flying comfortable and simple, including wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, modified seating arrangements, and assistance for passengers with hearing or vision impairments.

  • How do I get from Falcone-Borsellino Airport (PMO) to my destination?

    From PMO to your location, there are numerous methods of transportation that are available. You can rent a car from one of the rental companies at the airport and travel independently if having your own vehicle provides you with more freedom. At the taxi stand at the airport, taxis are also easily accessible. Taking the Prestia e Comandè bus, which travels from the airport to Palermo's central business district, is an affordable choice.

  • When flying from Chicago to Palermo, is it possible to upgrade my cabin class?

    There are options to upgrade your travel class with American Airlines, Lufthansa, and Turkish Airlines. On flights from Chicago to Palermo, passengers have the option of using reward miles or paying a fee to experience a higher level of service. As a result, travelers can improve their trip and benefit from a greater in-flight experience.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Palermo?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Palermo was $479 for a one-way ticket and $714 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Palermo?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Palermo?

    Chicago has 2 major airports: Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl. Palermo Punta Raisi is the only airport in Palermo. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Palermo?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Palermo?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Palermo, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Palermo, SWISS or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Palermo are SWISS and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,301 and an overall rating of 7.8, SWISS is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $810 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Palermo?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Palermo.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Palermo?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Palermo from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Palermo?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Palermo with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Palermo?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Palermo from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Palermo

  • If you're traveling from Chicago to Palermo, you have the option to take your pet with you on various airlines, including Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, and Swiss Airlines. Generally, small pets are allowed in the cabin, while larger pets can be transported in the cargo hold.
  • When traveling from Chicago to Palermo, Frankfurt (FRA) with Lufthansa and Istanbul (IST) with Turkish Airlines are the most common layover locations. If you choose American Airlines, layovers often occur at Philadelphia (PHL).
  • American Airlines is a fantastic option for your trip to Palermo since it has a hub at O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Finding a ticket that fits your needs and the airline's daily schedule of flights between Chicago and Palermo is a major benefit.
  • For travelers flying from Chicago to Palermo with a substantial amount of luggage, it is recommended to opt for an airline with flexible policies. Turkish Airlines permits Economy Class passengers to carry one carry-on bag with dimensions not exceeding 21.6 x 15.7 x 9 inches and a maximum weight of 17.6 lbs. Business Class passengers, on the other hand, are allowed to bring two pieces of cabin baggage.
  • If you place a high value on environmental sustainability, Lufthansa would be a suitable choice for your flights from Chicago to Palermo. Lufthansa has prioritized reducing CO2 emissions, utilizing fuel-efficient aircraft, and implementing waste reduction measures on their flights.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Palermo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Palermo. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
SWISSOverall score based on 2081 reviews
8.4crew
7.3entertainment
7.4food
7.9boarding
7.6comfort
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Swiss ground crew was again at its prime and although I’m United 1K (Star Alliance Gold) they created problems with my hand luggage - while other passengers were boarding with more handbags and larger hand luggages, were critical on my 2 young kids attending the lounge with me and boarding the plane with me on the priority lane.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Dec 2023ZRH - CTA
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Swiss ground crew was again at its prime and although I’m United 1K (Star Alliance Gold) they created problems with my hand luggage - while other passengers were boarding with more handbags and larger hand luggages, were critical on my 2 young kids attending the lounge with me and boarding the plane with me on the priority lane.

Overall a good experience, the flight was on time, the crew very attentive and friendly. However the seats are too cramped, there is no space, and as soon as the person in front reclines the seat, it's literally in your face.

Bag lost. Lost bag recovery process is an unsatisfying customer experience. Because 1) bag is still lost but also 2) the process is outdated and form-heavy and 3) in our case also involved a long line.

We so appreciated that our connecting flight waited for 6 of us!!!

We were very impressed with Swiss Air. The service was exceptional. Unfortunately, we had a baby behind us that screamed for hours. , It was a nightmare, though I completely understand that it was not Swiss Airs fault.

A lot of things could have been better. They lost our luggage. We missed our connection from YVR to Naples when we arrived in Zurich and then we got re-routed to Rome and then Naples. We eventually got to Naples but our bags didn’t. Our experience at the lost luggage in the Naples was not at all reassuring. They didn’t seem that interested in our problem. I did a live chat with Swiss customer service and all they could do is tell me to follow the process. Meanwhile we’ve had to spend significant money on clothes and I have to replace medications. This has meant our trip so far has been totally different than what we had planned. It’s not clear that our baggage will ever show up which means we will have lost significant amount of clothing and other things and our two month trip to Europe will have more problems than good memories. So far we are not happy.

We had to move to terminal 5 for the next part of our trip. Very un-organized and difficult.

Missed connecting train since flight was late into Zurich and I had to stay at airport hotel because of it as well as I had to repurchase train ticket

Cons: "Flight was completely full and certain passengers were belligerent about wearing face masks. The cabin crew did not enforce mask wearing, stating “we are not the police”"
Pros: "Nothing. There was no flight. The flight was cancelled and you did not notify us. We found it out ourselves by accident. We tried to contact you guys but we could not call or anything other. You guys suck"
Cons: "Notify your customers when the flight is cancelled. Thats the least you can do. Very unprofessional"

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I’m unclear why I had to pay extra for assigned seats as Turkish airlines did not honor the seating. We were placed across the aisle from each other on TK 34, and were seated behind one another on TK 694. Because my name was misspelled on e-ticket (Klawiter, instead of Klawitter) I could not log onto website to get the connection gate number in Istanbul. The monitors in the airport were a jumbled mess 1/2 Arabic and 1/2 English.

On line check in needs a lot of improvement. I tried and gave up.

Food not good, flight attendants not the best, not accommodating very ruff

the female flight attendant was racist towards me. I could tell she treated the two other passengers next to me with more softness.

Oh my god! For an13 hour flight they serve you food just one time. Also don’t be thirsty they give you a little small cup of soda to drink. They seem like their goal is to feed you one so they don’t have to be bothered with you. It quite surprise for such a long flight there are several times to eat at least three and the food was well lackluster. The food and lack of offering drinks which were always hot no ice provided.

We were traveling first class. Checkin counter lady and her manager, both were in bad mood and did not treat us well about checking in the handbag. The gate agent took care of it right away. I travel Turkish twice a year in first class. No one has ever refused to check in the hand bag. Not sure, why this agent and her manager refused. Everything else was excellent.

The 787 economy was a disaster for long haul. The space was too little compared to 777 or 747. Also the extremely low tray table behind the seat made any dining effort a nightmare. However, the movies were up to date, and the food taste was good, despite of terrible serving process caused by small space.

A little bit more comfort. It’s tight space around the seats. But all else is great and a smooth flight!

0ur assigned seats were given to other individuals when we boarded the plane. We were given new boarding passes with new seats all the way at the back of the plane. The reason given to us was that there were issues with the seats. We found out that there were no issues, and someone else's were seated on those.

I always try to book flights that don’t charge for baggage. Yet I was charged $75 for this flight.

Trouble keeps changing the time and I was booked different flight without knowing it was bad experience

Hated every minute of it. Delayed for over 10 hours only to have to cancel rental car, car insurance and hotel. Its taken me 3days to get to my final destination when it should have only taken 12-14 hours. Very unhappy with Lufthansa.

This flight is always a cramped bus. The gate area was inadequate and announcements were hard to hear. The flight was delayed 45 minutes to an hour by a broken aircraft door, making our total delay from Vilnius 5 hours.

didn’t even get to go one of my returning flights cancelled and I wasn’t even in their system, vacation ruined thanks for nothing

You need to reimburse me for my seats purchased and luggage.

Flight delay wasn’t managed well. I was booked for the next flight for 2 days later!

My baggage has been lost for the last 6 days! The problem originated at LAX with Lufthansa, which was a very big disappointment from LAX to Munich. The flight was delayed over an hour, the overhead bins on the window side are too small for most carryon's, the in-seat video screen were very poor as they would not respond to your touch quickly and would stop and start all over again, the earphone jacks are not like most standard ones, the seats still has wrappers and trash in pockets and on the seats. and there was no USB outlet to charge your phone or other devices. The German reputation for quality is bogus with this airline. BUT the responsibility for delivering my luggage became Air Dolomiti's as they were the last leg of the trip. The baggage area was chaos because several flights arrived at once. I took me over an hour to file a claim, the agent entered my info incorrectly, and the contact numbers for Lost and Found at the airport was never answered. I have never been called by Air Dolomiti or the baggage delivery company. I had to do all the calling. AD's live agents gave me two wrong phone numbers for the baggage company. When I finally got the right one on my third call, OF COURSE, no one answers and I still do not have any information on when my bags should arrive. VERY UNPROFESSIONAL operations by Lufthansa and Air Dolomiti. I will make sure I book any other air carriers on the rest of my flights to Italy this year.

plane was late. flight was very bumpy most of the way

Seats on the A320 were more comfortable than the A330 I took from RSW to Frankfurt

I've done hundreds of flights in my life, and this flight was one of the best I've ever taken, From beginning to end, everything went smoothly, professionally, and with a smile and friendly attitude from all employees I interacted with. The food was delicious (and free), as were the drinks. There was just a genial and effective way in the way that British Airways organized the flight -that reminded of days in the 70's, 80's, and 90's, when flying was a fun, and exciting adventure. I enjoyed and had confidence in the abilities of the flight crew, I'll be flying British Airways several more times this summer. Thank you so much for the great experience! Cheryl Olso

My baggage did not arrived with me. Took 3 days to get it after so may calls and follow up

Terrible! I missed my flight to my final destination and British airlines and American Airlines keep pointing fingers on each other’s. Nobody wants to take responsibility

Terrible. Flight was 3 hours delayed and I missed my other flight to my final destination

Overall, terrific service, accommodations, and experience. Only reason comfort was rated lower was because it was difficult to keep a comfortable sleeping position for the overnight flight, but I also had an economy seat.

Not sure if the crew were experiencing something unknown to me,but the service of passing water was non-existent.In addition,please take consideration when providing yogurt as alternative for breakfast as some of us, could be lactose intolerant.. thanks

Very cramped seats in economy, difficult to get comfortable with your legs and feet and back. The seat width is ok but I’m average size. Food is HORRIBLE. Crew is friendly. Delays and very tight connections made it tough for navigating. We would have missed our connecting flight if it wasn’t delayed too. The terminal transit was slow and normally every 10 minutes before 8pm, after 8 pm is every 30 minutes!!!!! No free wine or drinks!! Below average attitude.

Leg room was better than expected. Lavatory’s were easy to access.crew was grea!

Horrible seat allocation. Boarding was slow. Food was average and so was entertainment. The TV terminal didn't work and so had to use remote.

Lost one checked bag.and wasted 30min waiting and filing missing baggage report. Very unsatisfied.

Ok, but no entertainment. Left late, but made up most of the time.

May be it is not an ITA issue, but the bags took long time to go out.

Good. But there food was poor quality and 95% of movies didn't have English subtitles

I thought they had rebranded themselves in every aspect but it was quite the opposite. The food was terrible the service was sub-par. Overall it was not a good experience.

Service from staff was poor, food choices were limited. Air plane was not clean or hygienic and seemed like not cleaned for days. Seats were uncomfortable.

service from stAff was barely there , food choices were limited. AirPlane was not clean and seemed like it was not cleaned for days.. Seats were very uncomfortable.

I paid for premium seats and the last minute they changed the aircraft for a bigger one, they bumped me to another seat which was NOT at all comfortable for an 11 hour flight, will fight for a refund!!

The landing was catastrophic. I was very scared. I thought it were my last lminues. Pilotes should be more experienced

ALL services were good. An announcement should’ve been made at the end of the flight that filling out a customs form would not be necessary anymore for USA travelers entering Philadelphia.

The flight was smooth, the premier economy seats were comfortable, the flight crew were excellent. The on board food, however, was AWFUL. I suggest bringing your own food on board.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Palermo found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8/1Thu
2 stops
18h 05mORD-PMO
$479
6/27Thu
3 stops
32h 50mORD-PMO
$560
5/5Sun
2 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
21h 50mORD-PMO
$624
5/4Sat
1 stop
20h 50mORD-PMO
$708
5/5Sun
1 stop
13h 45mORD-PMO
$711
6/27Thu
1 stopITA Airways
15h 40mORD-PMO
$721
6/27Thu
2 stopsITA Airways
18h 40mORD-PMO
$751
8/1Thu
1 stop
19h 20mORD-PMO
$786
7/18Thu
2 stopsAir France
14h 15mMDW-PMO
$1,040
5/15Wed
1 stopTurkish Airlines
28h 45mORD-PMO
$2,306

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Last minute flights from Chicago to Palermo

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Chicago to Palermo that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/23Tue
multi-stop
23h 27mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stop
40h 40mPMO-ORD
$950
4/23Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
19h 05mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
14h 00mPMO-ORD
$1,025
4/23Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
13h 55mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
14h 00mPMO-ORD
$1,034
4/23Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
21h 40mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
14h 00mPMO-ORD
$1,035
4/21Sun
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
19h 20mORD-PMO
5/5Sun
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
41h 00mPMO-ORD
$1,049
4/23Tue
multi-stop
18h 35mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stop
14h 00mPMO-ORD
$1,130
4/23Tue
multi-stop
15h 00mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stop
43h 30mPMO-ORD
$1,186
4/23Tue
multi-stop
42h 35mMDW-PMO
4/26Fri
multi-stop
36h 08mPMO-MDW
$1,254
4/23Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
35h 20mORD-PMO
5/7Tue
multi-stopITA Airways
14h 00mPMO-ORD
$1,268
4/23Tue
multi-stopDelta
21h 30mMDW-PMO
4/26Fri
multi-stopDelta
23h 04mPMO-MDW
$2,614

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