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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Ireland

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Dublin
Dublin2 stops$421
Shannon
Shannon1 stop$576
Donegal
Donegal2 stops$682
Dublin
Dublin2 stops$421
Shannon
Shannon1 stop$576
Donegal
Donegal2 stops$682
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Ireland flights

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

What is the cheapest Chicago to Ireland flight route?

The cheapest ticket to Ireland from Chicago found in the last 5 days was to Dublin, at $710 round-trip. The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Dublin (DUB), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $710.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Ireland?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Ireland is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $779 on average. Morning departures are around 100% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Ireland is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $856.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Ireland?

No, with an average price for the route of $911, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Ireland is February, when tickets cost $520 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $967 and $808 respectively.

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Ireland on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Chicago to Ireland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Ireland, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 21% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Dublin

FAQs - booking Ireland flights

  • How do you get downtown from the Dublin Airport?

    You can take a public bus from the airport into the city of Dublin. The airport bus will take you to Sutton Station. From here, you can take another bus to your final destination. Go to Zone 15, which is close to the atrium, an attached hall to the airport. Taxis are also available for transportation from the airport into the city. The taxi stand is outside of Terminals 1 and 2.

  • What airport should I choose when flying into Ireland?

    Dublin is one of the largest cities in Ireland. It is also just a short drive from the big cities of Louth and Belfast, making this a convenient airport to fly into if you're visiting eastern or northern Ireland. If you're visiting southern Ireland, you might want to fly into Cork Airport, which is a short drive from the cities of Cork and Waterford. Shannon Airport is within close proximity of Munster.

  • Are there car rental companies at any of the airports?

    There are numerous car rental agencies at the Dublin Airport. The offices are outside of Terminal 2. At Cork Airport, the car rental agencies are located in the arrival hall. If you've flown into Shannon Airport, you can also rent a car at the airport. Again, you'll find the offices for car rental services in its arrival hall.

  • Where can I park my car at Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

    At Chicago O'Hare Airport, there is a parking lot right next to the international terminal. International Lot D is for short-term parking only. If you need long-term parking, you'll probably want to park in one of the economy lots. These are off-site, and a shuttle will take you to the airport after parking your car.

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

    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 Ireland.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Chicago to Ireland 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 Ireland?

    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 from Chicago to Ireland with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 from Chicago to Ireland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Ireland

  • Dublin Airport (DUB) is one of the busiest airports in Ireland. Other large airports in Ireland include Cork (ORK) and Shannon Airport (SNN).
  • Book a nonstop flight to Dublin from Chicago (ORD) with Aer Lingus. If flying into other airports in Ireland, you will have one or two layovers in Frankfurt, Toronto or London.
  • Relax before leaving Dublin in one of its travel lounges. There is one outside of Terminal 1, two in Terminal 2, and another for Aer Lingus passengers only.
  • Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) has an on-site hotel. Book a room at the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Hotel if you have an early flight. The hotel is located directly across the street from the terminals.
  • Once you land at Dublin Airport, you can exchange currency at the Bureau of Change located in the departure and arrival halls as well as the baggage claim area. There is also a currency exchange center at Shannon Airport in the customs hall and the departure lounge.
  • Dublin Airport is about 23min from the city center. Shannon Airport is 24min from the city of Clare and Cork Airport is about 20min from the center of Cork.
  • If you're looking for something to occupy your time while waiting for your flight to leave, Chicago O'Hare Airport has an art center where you can enjoy murals, paintings and sculptures.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Ireland

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Ireland? 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
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10120 reviews
8.1Crew
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
7.7Boarding
6.7Food
Airline reviews

Kayak booked this flight with only 1h 20min layover in Chicago. This made it impossible for me and several other passengers to reach this flight. Moreover, the gate closed boarding in spite of several passengers still on their way without waiting even one more minute. However, the plane departed with 20min (!) delay, i.e., there would have been at least 15 min time to let the delayed passengers board without causing any delays. I complained and as a "thank you" the attendent booked us on the last (!) flight to Indianapolis ~7h later! Thankfully, I caught the spitefulness and the United customer line rebooked the flight to an earlier flight. Although I can't grade this particular flight since I never had a chance to take it, Kayak made the mistake of a too short layover and the crew at the gate was awful.

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Kayak booked this flight with only 1h 20min layover in Chicago. This made it impossible for me and several other passengers to reach this flight. Moreover, the gate closed boarding in spite of several passengers still on their way without waiting even one more minute. However, the plane departed with 20min (!) delay, i.e., there would have been at least 15 min time to let the delayed passengers board without causing any delays. I complained and as a "thank you" the attendent booked us on the last (!) flight to Indianapolis ~7h later! Thankfully, I caught the spitefulness and the United customer line rebooked the flight to an earlier flight. Although I can't grade this particular flight since I never had a chance to take it, Kayak made the mistake of a too short layover and the crew at the gate was awful.

Flight did not have wifi service. It was experiencing technical difficulties. Definitely and old plane that needs updating.

This flight has a history of leaving late, however, I was pleasantly surprised that it was not delayed this day. The flight went smooth, except I was in a window seat and the wall and my feet were freezing. I found it difficult to sleep due to being so cold, I also was using 2 provided UAL blankets and could not get my feet warm. This was annoying, but I still made it there on time and safe.

Old 757 with poor entertainment system. United no longer partners with United for free text and email. O'Hara an absolute disaster! Limited gates clauses two hour delay. Unfortunately this appears to be the norm.

It was a good experience, unfortunately my checked baggages were come late and not arrived on time.

Very stressful to locate United Airline boarding area, delayed flight, changing boarding area again to another location with all tiredness 😩. But flying was fine.

It was hot and not as comfortable as the flight to Chicago. Must have been a different plane that needs to be worked on or replaced.

The SFO lounge closes at 12 midnight. My flight took off at 2AM

It was extremely hot in the cabin the entire flight, vent air was worn

Have not had a flight out or returning to Norfolk that has not required maintenance, and a gate delay. Properly staff the crew so maintenance can be performed without last minute emergencies on each flight and there is enough staff to have gates prepared for inbound flights. Staff to ensure the safety and on time service vs. profit.

The aircraft was clean and relatively comfortable- for an aircraft seat. The entertainment was good. The food was terrible, especially the “breakfast “ which was a cereal bar, and just not good. The crew were amazing, professional and no complaints there. The food was so bad, I know for my return, it will be inedible.

Awful customer service. What you are told 100% depends on who you talk to.

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

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.

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.

The flight was delayed by about an hour due to a maintenance issue which later then required a change of planes. The crew was great and friendly. The in-flight entertainment did not play properly on Apple Vision Pro in a Safari browser. Although the movie trailers would play fine, the actual movies themselves just had a black screen with audio. There must be something with copy protection or something that isn’t compatible with the Safari browser on Apple Vision Pro. The free inflight Wi-Fi for American Airlines Advantage members is a nice bonus. and is great that they aren’t charging extra for things that have become basic utilities in 2026, like internet access.

Good flight, regional jet so old and seats could use an upgrade

Couldn't make the flight because connecting flight was canceled.

gate crew was courteous and helpful, flight attendant was nice and friendly once we got going. But we pushed off from the gate relatively on time, then sat there like 10 ft away, for an hour, with no announcement or explanation. Taxiing then took forever, and I get that there was runway congestion, but would be helpful to keep us posted on whats going on

The power outlets were not working for my row. Also felt like the seats have gotten smaller. I was in the window seat and felt like suffocated, as the two passengers next to me were tall and wide.

Terrible. The flight I booked had a convenient departure time. Quick layover. And an arrival timed that worked for the people who had to pick me up. Thanks to delays and rebooking I got none of those things

I had my flight of Cedar Rapids. THen Chicago to Boston. Flight out of Cedar rapids was delayed by 12 hrs. Had to drive to Chicago to catch my flight

Long delays to board due to mechanical issues with plane.

Flight was delayed, boarded, sat at the gate for more than 30 minutes, left the gate then waited on the pad for another 30 to 60 minutes then returned to the gate, deboarded and was cancelled... alternative flight was not booked automatically. Waited in line for 30 minutes but fortunately an alternate flight to a different destination was found ... no thanks to the travel agent used by kayak

The flight from Milwaukee to Dallas was great the staff absolutely amazing. After that EVERYTHING WENT DOWN HILL!!! ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE!!! WILL NOT FLY THIS AIRLINE AGAIN

The staff was very nice and helpful. Some of the best crew I have met.

Disaster. Downgraded. Zero apology. No effort or coordination between gate and crew. Awful seat blocked by door emergency slide box. Iberia is a mess. App never works. Avoid this airline.

It was extremely cold in the back of the plane. The seats are uncomfortable and space very small. Crew was excellent as usual.

It was a wonderful experience with great food, great staff, and no difficulties boarding!

I was in business class for the 8 hour flight where: 1. The WiFi did not work 2. The entertainment system did not work 3. We were told there were no hot drinks for the entire flight

Paid for “extra room” selected seat. Wasn’t a benefit. Also was in aisle and was bumped almost every time attendants walked down aisle. Should have saved the assigned seat money and let them select.

Alaska located my mother, aware that she had mobility issues and they seated her closer to the door. She and I were seated together so I felt more secure to be able to assist her. The desk attendant reviewed what steps to take when boarding. Allowed us to board first, we loved that. I was allowed time to help her board slowly, seat her, put all her things in their place before the crowds came through. These small details made me want to travel Alaska more when possible.

I bought the ticket through Iberian, but I was unable to check in using my code. American wouldn’t let me check in and Iberian counter was closed.

The comfort level was low, but the staff was nice

Bad. Requested a diabetic meal. Was served everything i couldnt eat. So i did not estbthe whole flight dinner / breakfast. Sad and uncomfortable.

Was hard to sleep, but other then that everything was good.

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.

Hard to figure out how to put back the seat, how to get the entertainment, how to upload passport docs. Also, a warning in the airport that food was all for purchase would have been helpful.

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.

The WiFi wasn’t working, so no one could watch any entertainment for 5 hours. The plane also was delayed and did not leave, nor did the staff prioritize those with connecting flights to de-board first. Everyone with a connecting flight to Munich missed their flight by 5 minutes. Then the next flight to Munich was 14 hours later. The airport could not compensate us because the closest hotel was about 2 hours away. This did not seem like the truth. I was not pleased with this traveling experience.

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

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