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$285 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Palermo

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Palermo, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$490
Overall average: $837
SWISS
sön 2/15mån 3/2
ORD - PMO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$285
Typical prices: $530-$565
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fre 4/24
ORD - PMO • 2 stops
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SWISS
Cheapest • from $490 (round-trip)
SWISS
Best reviews • 7.6 score
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November
Cheapest • 39% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Palermo (CHI-PMO)

 
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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Palermo

sön, feb 15 - mån, mar 2
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6:50 pm - 6:25 pm
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PMO
16h 35m
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7:15 pm - 4:20 pm
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ORD
28h 05m
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$490SWISS
ons, mar 4 - fre, mar 13
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6:50 pm - 1:55 pm
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PMO
12h 05m
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12:10 pm - 7:25 pm
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ORD
13h 15m
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$491Multiple Airlines
mån, mar 2 - tis, mar 10
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6:50 pm - 2:30 pm
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PMO
12h 40m
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3:20 pm - 5:20 pm
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ORD
32h 00m
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$506SWISS
sön, feb 22 - tis, mar 3
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6:50 pm - 6:25 pm
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PMO
16h 35m
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3:20 pm - 4:20 pm
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ORD
32h 00m
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$507SWISS
lör, apr 11 - lör, apr 18
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11:25 am - 8:25 am
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PMO
14h 00m
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7:35 pm - 9:40 am
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ORD
21h 05m
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$518Turkish Airlines
ons, mar 4 - fre, mar 13
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6:50 pm - 1:55 pm
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PMO
12h 05m
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12:10 pm - 9:05 pm
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ORD
14h 55m
2 stops
$520Multiple Airlines
mån, apr 27 - lör, maj 9
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8:10 pm - 6:35 pm
ORD
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PMO
15h 25m
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7:35 pm - 6:15 pm
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ORD
29h 40m
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$521Turkish Airlines
ons, mar 11 - ons, mar 18
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9:20 pm - 8:30 am
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PMO
29h 10m
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6:45 pm - 7:25 pm
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ORD
30h 40m
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$530Turkish Airlines
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2:05 pm - 2:25 pm
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PMO
17h 20m
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6:10 am - 6:36 pm
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MDW
19h 26m
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$754KLM
ons, feb 18 - tors, mar 19
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12:45 pm - 2:30 pm
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Palermo flights

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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Palermo?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Palermo departing in February.

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 round-trip 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 November, where tickets cost $574 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,335 and $1,250 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Palermo, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$285
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $285 for a one-way ticket and $490 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 is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Palermo.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Palermo from Chicago?

    Rome is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chicago to Palermo.

  • 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 $1,225 and an overall rating of 7.6, SWISS is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $715 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • 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.

KAYAK’s 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.

Reviews of the top 4 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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7.6
SWISSOverall score based on 1863 reviews
7.4Comfort
7.1Food
7.7Boarding
8.3Crew
6.8Entertainment
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Bad experience overall. Crew did not provide food for our 2 year old (even though we specifically bought a child infant seat for her and literally bought another full price flight), which was unacceptable. And we had to pay $310 each way to carry our ski equipment even though they advertise it as something that is free. Tickets were purchased the same way as usual, but they told us we had Economy Light tickets (I never elected to have such seats). Just plain manipulation and false advertisment. Very disappointed overall about this airline.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jan 2026
JFK - GVA
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Bad experience overall. Crew did not provide food for our 2 year old (even though we specifically bought a child infant seat for her and literally bought another full price flight), which was unacceptable. And we had to pay $310 each way to carry our ski equipment even though they advertise it as something that is free. Tickets were purchased the same way as usual, but they told us we had Economy Light tickets (I never elected to have such seats). Just plain manipulation and false advertisment. Very disappointed overall about this airline.

The trip was great until my luggage was lost on transfer from United to Swiss. It took Swiss 3 days to get my luggage to me though it was located almost immediately.

Made us gate check carry ons Then didn’t get them on the plane. Service they used didn’t deliver our carry ons for more than a day Total mess

Horrible!! The WiFi was not working, the food was awful

We’ve never been more uncomfortable on a flight than we have on this particular one. The seats in front of us reclined so far back that when the person reclined their seat of broccoli, it almost hit me in the face and left me with literally no room to move that said I had to recline my seed in which made the person behind me upset. It seemed like the seats also would recline without even pressing the button in the armrest and would unrecline as well for that same reason, and it also seemed that some seats reclined more than others. The bottom cushions of the seat were so thin that even after one hour of an 11 hour flight, our tailbones were so sore. It seemed like an overall old airplane. It also didn’t have individual air vents and it was extremely hot the entire flight. Several passengers were commenting on how hot it was. The breakfast was some kind of flavorless triangle, puffy egg, laying in a watery bed of steamed peppers and onions and spinach. It was not appetizing at all. The flight crew was extremely nice so that was a nice thing this flight attendant. They let us try different types of Swiss sodas, which was really nice and the dinner was actually delicious but still overall given the other considerations. It was pretty much a miserable flight without basic seat comfort.

Food used to be better and comfort was not attainable after 5 hours everything starts hurting.

horrible.. they cause such a problem and my daughter 14 years old was stranded in san francisco

I can’t even the whole trip was a catastrophe

Poor. Seats uncomfortable. No leg room. Hot and humid the whole trip. Food and staffs were ok.

The seats were so close together, when the man in front of me put his seat back, the screen in front of me was 9 inches from my face. There is no way to lean forward if I needed to pick something up. It was pretty uncomfortable for a ten hour flight. I was very surprised.

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Everything about that day was great I was happy with how things went as a first time traveling with the airline thank you for all that you’ve doing by taking us there to our various destinations thanks.

They oversold the tickets by one which was my ticket so I didn’t have a ticket till last second

Not good. I was supposed to be in Mint but got in economy class

Service was slow and checked bag was off last evening when flying business

Turkish Airline canceled our tickets in the very last minute, with our luggage and everything else, all prepared and good to go. It’s clear that they sold the tickets for better money to someone else. Bad, Bad, Bad business!!!

Awful seating. Bad food. Staff only have one bottle of water and no cans.

it was like a banya -so hot... They did provide a great experience with special food. one toilet broke midflight In general it was a peaceful and relaxing flight - for business class it was good.

Chicago to Istanbul was a much better experience than I expected since I’m more accustomed to Qatar Airways business class. The business lounge in the Istanbul airport was amazing - loved the lockers and phone charging stations, and the bathroom was a spa experience in itself. The onward leg from Istanbul to Karachi was utterly disappointing. Terrible plane, and I felt like I was in economy - the seats don’t come near to lying flat and the food was mediocre. What a sad downgrade - it isn’t as though the ticket on that leg was cheaper. So, on that front, there’s no contest with Qatar airways.

Second leg of Turkish Airline with Indigo is disaster for following reason. 1) You have to carry your cabin bags through ladder to boeing 777 because it was parked somewhere in parking lot and was not given a gate to board passengers and this seems to be people traveling to and fro from those flights and is not issue with flight itself. 2) I choose non vegetarian food on Turkish portal way ahead of checkin to entire trip, However the Indigo flight gave me random veg food saying they code veg food code from Turkish. 3) Indigo did not served any alcoholic beverages stating some weird reason which is non nonsensical. 4)Indigo have TV screens in front of you but it displays nothing except "Welcome Onboard" with annoying white black ground in dark flight. This is the most stupidest and annoying part because you are held hostage for 7 hours and only thing you could do is stare back at white screen which does not have entertainment package or even flight tracker. Such a shame.

We missed our flight. There was not enough time built into the layover to get through immigration, customs, bagclaim, bag rechecking, and the long trip to another terminal and gate. Kayak really screwed up. We took the bus up to Wisconsin and then were picked up in Brookfield by private car. It was lucky we didnt miss the last bus out.

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.

Boarding and flight update was fantastic as I experienced about a 10-15 delayed for both flights. The food served onboard was great; the service of the flight attendants was excellent.

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

Complete mess. Our reservation was mistakenly cancelled. After almost missing the connection and walking all over the Munich airport, the Service desk got involved and we were run to our flight. Not all 4 of us in Business and not seated together as originally booked. This was the worst treatment I have ever had. And I travel a lot. 1K million miler.

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.

There is more space in this economy seat. It felt like a better layout, not so cramped.

My seat was broken and ducted taped and my monitor did not work the entire time over 8 hrs sitting. And I had no books or anything with me

my flight from Rome to Boston was on a very old plane. My video and audio did not work.

Good with timing of flights. The crew was exceptionally unfriendly. I heard more than one person say this. And even with the aisle, it seemed more uncomfortable than usual. The movie selection was old and poor, but the dinner was great - the lasagna and tiramisu.

The check in process is chaotic. It says partially checked-in. Never heard of such a thing. Then lost our reserved seats when we finally checked in at the airport. The seats don’t recline. Then we had to get mew boarding passes at the connection. Last, my companion lost her baggage and up to now there’s no update. We’re already half-way through our vacation and still no news what happened to the luggage.

Wonderful! Everyone very helpful and kind. Returning flight was cancelled but rebooking was easy.

Pretty normal flight was delayed due to traffic could have missed connecting flight to Venice but crew kept us well informed so we made it

Flight was on time and pretty standard. No Hiccups. I have no complaints, which is a lot to say about a 12 hour flight.

-The seats could be roomier -The entertainment in English could be more current! The moves were very old!!! -They served too many carbs! What happened to fruit and yogurt!!!!

We upgraded to premium economy and it made a difference in a 12 hr flight. I didn’t like that we had to deplane in the tarmac with our carryon luggage. Other than that, it was ok.

Everything was much better than I had expected, since I hadn’t heard of your airline before. I hope to take advantage of your excellent service again.

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