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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Germany

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Munich
Munich1 stop$766
Berlin
Berlin1 stop$555
Hamburg
Hamburg2 stops$661
Cologne
Cologne1 stop$780
Nuremberg
Nuremberg3 stops$732
Hannover
Hannover1 stop$713
Bremen
Bremen1 stop$827
Dresden
Dresden2 stops$798
Leipzig
Leipzig1 stop$838
Dortmund
Dortmund1 stop$1,201
Munich
Munich1 stop$766
Berlin
Berlin1 stop$555
Hamburg
Hamburg2 stops$661
Cologne
Cologne1 stop$780
Nuremberg
Nuremberg3 stops$732
Hannover
Hannover1 stop$713
Bremen
Bremen1 stop$827
Dresden
Dresden2 stops$798
Leipzig
Leipzig1 stop$838
Dortmund
Dortmund1 stop$1,201
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

Are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany are running about 9% higher than they were around this time last year, averaging $922 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany on KAYAK in the last week:

• Berlin Brandenburg (BER) from $555
• Stuttgart Echterdingen (STR) from $566
• Hamburg (HAM) from $661
• Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) from $681
• Hannover (HAJ) from $713

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

February is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $622. Prices are highest in June, when average flight costs increase to around $1,223.

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

Book your flights 14 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 26% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in Germany is the cheapest to fly to from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Germany are:

• Berlin Brandenburg (BER) from $848
• Duesseldorf Intl (DUS) from $859
• Memmingen-Allgau (FMM) from $896

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

Wednesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany, while Saturday is the most expensive. Fares run about 13% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Germany during the morning with average prices of $842. The night is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,156.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$281
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Berlin

Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    Yes. Fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $735 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany have ranged from $735 to $1,292.

  • What are the main airports serving Germany?

    Germany has 13 airports. The three busiest are Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) (33% of arrivals), Frankfurt am Main (FRA) (26%) and Berlin Brandenburg (BER) (21%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 2 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • United Airlines
    • Lufthansa

  • Where in Germany can I fly nonstop from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to two destinations: Munich and Frankfurt am Main.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    Yes. Nonstop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany average $1,317 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from $578
    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) from $698
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) from $722

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    Nonstop flights take 8h 24m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 8h 10m, from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    On flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Germany?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in Germany include:

    • Marienplatz
    • Theresienwiese
    • Alexanderplatz

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany departs at 3:10 pm and the latest departs at 11:35 pm. Nonstop flights take about 8h 24m.

  • Can I fly with my pet from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Germany?

    You can either fly with your pet with you inside the cabin, or book it as cargo with Lufthansa. If your pet is under 18 pounds, it can travel inside a carrier in the cabin. However, the heavier ones must be booked at least 72 hours before the departure and ride with cargo. You will have to fill out an online registration form in either case.

  • Do I need a visa to visit Germany?

    No, American passport holders need not have a visa to visit Germany for up to 90 days. However, your passport should be valid for a minimum of six months and should have two blank pages. Ensure you carry proof of return and hotel booking details while entering German borders.

  • Will I get kid-friendly meals from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Germany?

    If you are flying with a kid, book your tickets with British Airways for their choice of kid-friendly meals. They have a special menu designed for the little guests. The menu consists of low-spice and easy-to-digest dishes. You can also book your tickets with Air Canada or Lufthansa, as both offer an exclusive kids’ menu.

  • How can I fly sustainably from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Germany?

    If you’re looking for an environment-friendly way to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Germany, you should book KLM Airlines to Berlin Brandenburg Airport. It is the most sustainable airline on this route and is known for using low-emission fuel, lighter aircraft, and taking minimal weight on board.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 14 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 26% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for February when flights are typically cheapest and avoid June when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Wednesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Saturday cost about 13% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Berlin Brandenburg (BER) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in Munich, which is the most popular destination in Germany. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Berlin, Frankfurt am Main and Hamburg.
  • If you want the shortest trip, choose the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Germany nonstop route. If you'd rather save money, the route via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is usually the cheapest.
  • If you are flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Germany, you can choose to land at Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). Lufthansa, United Airlines, and Icelandair have frequent flights on this route.
  • Those looking for a nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport should book their tickets with Lufthansa. It is recommended to upgrade to premium economy for its baggage allowance (two bags up to 50 lbs each), extra legroom, and an exclusive in-flight entertainment system.
  • If your destination is Frankfurt, you can book your tickets with Lufthansa for a nonstop flight to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). The airline has partnered with United Club B6 to provide its passengers with the utmost comfort. Business class flyers and certain credit card holders will get free access to this lounge. Relax and replenish before boarding your long flight!
  • Cologne Cathedral is a major tourist destination in Germany. You can visit this monument by flying to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN). British Airways and Swiss Air have one-stop flights to Cologne Airport, with a respective layover at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH).
  • If you plan to visit Berlin, you should fly into Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER). United Airlines, Air Canada, and Lufthansa have one-stop flights to Berlin. Your possible layovers will be at Frankfurt Airport. These layovers are approximately one hour; hence, you should buy a business class or premium economy ticket to avoid queues and take advantage of priority boarding.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Germany

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Germany? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Scandinavian AirlinesOverall score based on 2010 reviews
6.8Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.4Comfort
6.8Food
8.1Crew
Airline reviews

I WAS CANCELLED ! I thought entire flight was canceled but it was still ongoing and I was only canceled as a passenger and one day before my flight with really poor "choice" of next flights that completely ruined my family event. Absolutely disappointed by SAS. Will be avoiding this airline now

2.0 MediocreKamila, Oct 2026
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I WAS CANCELLED ! I thought entire flight was canceled but it was still ongoing and I was only canceled as a passenger and one day before my flight with really poor "choice" of next flights that completely ruined my family event. Absolutely disappointed by SAS. Will be avoiding this airline now

The flight was pleasant with landing and take off being very smooth. Toilets were a bit busy at times but crew was very accommodating. Food service was quick and hot. The connecting short flight was full and there was not room for hand luggage.

No crying babies the whole flight would be nice. Impossible to sleep. No free snacks , only the main meal

They lost my luggage and there is no update, no luggage and no hope that they will find it. It has been 26 hours since we landed

They lost my luggage and can’t find it. My trip is ruined. Online tracking of lost luggage doesn’t work

Seat was lumpier than I’ve ever remembered it to be although comfortable when tilted back. I don’t recall being that hungry after being served food from SAS before. Flight attendant on the second flight to Aalborg seemed to be having a bad day.

On this shorter leg and with an older plane, just mediocre. On the connecting long haul (Chicago to Copenhagen) everything was great.

My outbound flight was incredible... Milan to Chicago. The crew worked so well together. Each passenger felt spoiled and incredibly valued. The crew on this flight was fine. Nothing to complain specifically about but could not give top rating only because of the superior crew, hospitality, warmth we felt on the first flight. Unfortunately. You managed to lose my luggage ..my only piece checked in. Lost in Copenhagen so I had the added stress, time wasted to file the report. To make things worse, Italian rail decided to strike that Sunday so I could not take the train as planned back to Switzerland. Horrible waiting time and poor communication for boarding substitution bus. The substition bus to the town of Stabio did not run on time and was late about 40 minutes.

The flight was cancelled early on and messed up the whole vacation and hard to get a refund from Kayak as they owned the ticket and of course they did not believe that SAS cancelled the ticket. Definite bad side to third party. SAS had rescheduled but overlapped the connecting flights. That did not work. Flight was cancelled long ago but Kayak still has it. Like it was taken? Bad IT ? Or all assumptions and no follow up which is the whole IT world. It needs to wake up and be more efficient. Especially as the world is going, there will be no freedom to do anything. And we will be living like the Middle Ages. Yeah, go read up on that while you still can.

A Lufthansa flight operated by SAS with a jettime plane. Fight was nice, no food but free tea and coffee.

On time. Carry on and personal bag was accommodated on the plane. Entertainment was accessible without bringing own device. Whole can of juice was provided rather than a pour.

Price was crazy watch it if you Chan he your flight

On time, easy boarding. Anytime you sit in an economy seat, it’s uncomfortable. New plane and the bathrooms were in the galley at the back of the plane which seemed odd.

Terrible service - they don’t want to be there and bad food. Entertainment system in economy from the 2000s

No drink service but there was no N/A as an option to choose. Seats were extremely tight. I am under 5.5 and I bumped my knees have no idea how taller people could manage.

Flight delayed, last seat on the plane, no arrival Gate available due to the plane departing late

Agents at gate were not immediately available to solve problems and once they did they didn’t fix all the fight connections

Great until we got to FRA. The next trip leg we were put in Business Class where seats had minimal padding!!!! They were awful and United Airlines needs to have their Lufthansa partner up their game or I won’t fly with them again!!

Good experience and food is and service are good as well

Flight was 10+ hrs late from Ord to fra then was another 2hrs late from fra to male.

OK overall. Flight was delayed Crew on flight was good

Late late late. Delayed and arrived an hour late for a 1 hour 45 minute connection. Every time. Poor record for this company. I try to fly any other carrier first.

I flew economy class. Seats were very good and the crew was excellent

Customer service was excellent! The app was terrible, tried several times to check in without success! But the young lady that checked us in was absolutely terrific and helpful.

Fast and sensible boarding was absolutely amazing. But extortionate wifi and seats that barely moved, making me unable to sleep, didn't do a lot of favors.

Horrible. I had to wait in Dublin for 4 hours for the next connecting flight which took my to London and than i had to wait 3 hours for the flight to Dusseldorf

I appteciate the very courteous staff. The flight was good. Something that wasn't good was that my bag was only checked as far as Dublin and I had a connecting flight to Vienna. (That was a mistake the ORD desk made.) Fortunately the desk at DUB was able to re-tag without me having to re-check in (which initially it seemed I might have to do.)

It was excellent! The plane left Chicago early. Arrived in Dublin early. The crew was excellent! It was a great experience.

Horrible. Garbage airline. Due to the strike we got a replacement plane/crew. I didn't get my exit row seat I paid for. Food was horrible. Plane was hot and didn't have AC vents.

Are Longus was fine. I booked thru Kayak and was unable to get my business class seat early. Sat next to galley. Crew forgot to wake me for breakfast.

Movies were old and third rate. Very poor on a seven hour flight. Food was OK but not business class caliber

Although the flight from JFK to Keflavik is not inexpensive, Iceland Air offers nothing but water, no soft drinks, to passengers without a charge. The seats are uncomfortable, there is no leg room, and there was no available internet to purchase.

We got to the runway and had to go back to terminal to have plane worked on, which is fine, but the 40 minute connecting flight was already gone because of this delay and had to wait 5 hours to get on a different flight and only got a meal voucher which I didn’t see the email until after I had already ordered and paid for food. I feel I should be compensated.

Horrible. My dad was recently hospitalized and diagnosed with lymphoma and Icelandair refused to refund flight even though I had a letter from his physician.

Problems checking in both on the laptop and on the app. No free seating available at check-in as advertised - must pay for EVERY seat between $23 and $75. No way to cancel seat choice. App menus and site menus are not responsive, and some items are impossible to find. Crew and mobile assistance are friendly and helpful.

Worst airline I’ve ever flown. Delayed 5.5 hrs, missed connecting flight, and missed an entire day of vacation. Zero customer service

Everything sucked. No food, one small glass of water, a tiny coffee, 5.5 hour delay with no customer service. Would never recommend flying them.

Our three ski bags did not arrive and are still not delivered, one full day later. With one ski bag not traceable at all. I would not fly Iceland Air again.

Great crew, bumpy landings, two-hour wait for baggage with no communication or explanation. Will not fly again!

Decent service - nice seats. Crew were not overly attentive but can’t complain overall for the money

Good food, overall very comfy. The flight was full so obviously not optimal, but it is what it is.

I tried both on line and by calling the Customer Service line to arrange for a special meal as i have food intolerances. I was under the impression from your service representative that I was successful. I was not. I cannot eat spicy foods and get very ill if i eat bell peppers. I could not eat either menu choice and no special meal was actually ordered. ( your representative tried to order it for a flight that did not have meal service!!! - found this out later). Your wonderful cabin crew managed to put together a fruit, salad, roll and cheese tray for me so I had something to eat. WHY WOULD YOU SERVE SPICY FOOD, WITH NO MILDER OPTION,ON AN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT???

I liked Quiet people around me. Crew could have helped people with overhead luggage so they aren't moving other peoples bags around and causing problems for people that had there bags there first

The plane was delayed by two hours in Chicago which led to us missing the next flight. Lufthansa rebooked the flight and booked us a hotel for the night in Frankfurt. The level of customer service and getting us taken care of was superb. The flight crew and the service on the ground was superb.

The row of seats were so cramped it was difficult to get in and out of your seat. I even upgraded. A long flight and sad accommodations 😵‍💫 the shorter flight was very comfortable and the seating was spacious

I have flown with many airlines. My first time was several years ago. Now I remember why I avoided them for so long. Lufthanza is the only airline who has ever raised a size/weight issue with my modest standard size carry on. I had to repack three times to meet their carry-on weight criteria. (Apparently the rules of physics apply differently on Lufthansa flight than on other airlines.) In the meantime their staff was quite rude, repeating meaningless phrases like "Rules are Rules." And ignoring the additional fact that weight is also weight, whether it is in found in your carry on or in your suitcase. They eventually acknowledged that customer service and satisfaction is, for them, a low priority. Never choosing Lufthansa again.

They are professional. Nice crew. Still flying Boeing 747. Thank you for that. I love this airplane. Traditional.

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. I spent €25 on internet and never gained access to it. A flight attendant told me she would file a complaint/report on my behalf but it put me in a very difficult situation.

Boarding was easy and well organized, Breakfast was not very good.

Seats much smaller/less leg room than united from Phx. Biarding was very poor and unroganized.

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