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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Amsterdam:

• Earliest: departs at 4:15 pm and lands at 12:24 am
• Latest: departs at 7:05 pm and lands at 3:14 am.

The flight takes about 8h 09m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Amsterdam:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Amsterdam takes 8h 09m, covering 4,101 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Amsterdam range from $662 to $1,216, with an average of $891 over the past 12 months. Anything below $662 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 46% above the $891 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $563 round-trip via Zurich (ZRH), compared to $1,136 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Amsterdam flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

Delta is the only airline on the Chicago to Amsterdam route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Chicago to Amsterdam are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $384, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Alamo
• Budget
• Sixt
• keddy by Europcar
• Hertz

Flights from Chicago to Amsterdam may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Amsterdam most commonly connect through:

• Dublin (DUB) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Chicago to Amsterdam. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $784 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $959, a difference of $175.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Amsterdam. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• KLM

Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 25m, compared with 11h 38m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 11h 40m via Dublin (DUB).

Amsterdam is 7 hours ahead of Chicago (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Amsterdam RAI, Van Gogh Museum and Vondel Park. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Amsterdam flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• KLM: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Lufthansa: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

The Amsterdam Schiphol Airport permits sleeping in some public areas within the terminal at night when there are no operating flights. To stay overnight, you must show your ID and have a boarding pass. You can sleep at different rest zones where tired passengers can enjoy some stress-free time in relaxation chairs. Rest zones are located at Gates D, near the Gates C entrance, Gates E upstairs, and near Gates D entrance.

Delta flies from O'Hare International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport nonstop. Also, Delta and Lufthansa offer flights from Chicago to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, but with one-stop. Through Lufthansa, you can fly from O'Hare International Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport via Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Delta’s alternative route includes a stop at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Book through KAYAK for details about the flights to find the best route.

Passengers can use free Wi-Fi throughout the terminals at O'Hare International Airport. The service is available both post- and pre-security. To use the Wi-Fi, turn on the Wi-Fi function on your device and select “Boingo Hotspot” or search for “Free_ORD_Wi-Fi” through the network preferences menu or on your device settings. Launch a browser, watch an ad, then use the service uninterrupted.

The Mercure Schiphol Terminal Hotel is a 3-star hotel within the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. It’s located behind customs opposite the KLM lounge. You need a passport to stay at the hotel, and you can book day and night rooms. The hotel offers Wi-Fi access, manual temperature control, and services for people with reduced mobility.

Regardless of the class you’re flying, you can access the airport lounges by paying at the door. Passengers can purchase a lounge pass. The lounges available at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport include Aspire Lounge, located in Terminal 1 Airside. There’s a British Airways Lounge located Airside. Other airline lounges include the Star Alliance Lounge and KLM Lounges.

Yes. The blue line runs directly to ORD, with several stops in the city before reaching the airport. There are several stations where you can catch the blue line train to ORD, depending on your starting point in the city. Some include the Clark/Lake station in the Loop, the Western station in Bucktown, and the Logan Square station in Logan Square.

There are several airlines that prioritize sustainability and operate flights between Chicago and Amsterdam. These include Delta Airlines and KLM which has a sustainability program that includes initiatives such as waste reduction and the use of sustainable aviation fuel. KLM offers direct flights between Chicago and Amsterdam ensuring shorter travel times which significantly reduces the emission level of their flights.

Yes. MDW has a designated baby care room available in Concourse C, next to the yoga room. This room provides a private place for breastfeeding, a sink, and a washing area, allowing mothers to comfortably and conveniently attend to their babies. In addition to the baby care room, MDW has also installed a Mamava breastfeeding pod in Concourse A, Gate A5.

The car rental center at AMS is located at Schiphol Plaza, which is the central area of the airport that connects all departure and arrival halls. You can follow the signs for Schiphol Plaza from the arrivals hall since the plaza is accessible by foot and is located directly adjacent to the airport terminals.

AMS has its own train station located directly beneath the terminals and arrivals can take either the NS Intercity or Sprinter trains to reach central Amsterdam, the Hague, and Rotterdam. Alternatively, travelers can board bus 397 which travels between AMS and the city center.

At AMS, a luggage wrapping service is available for passengers who wish to secure their luggage before boarding public transit buses. The service is provided by Seal & Go, and is located in the departure hall 3, near the hallway to departure 2 and near Door C.