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Cheapest round-trip
$715
Typical prices: $742-$1,101
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/6Fri 4/20
ORD - SJJ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$380
Typical prices: $343-$701
Turkish Airlines
Mon 12/3
ORD - SJJ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Sarajevo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG)
Cheapest • Avg $747 (round-trip)
Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW)
Shortest trip • 13h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Sarajevo (ORD-SJJ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Sarajevo

Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 20
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7:05 am - 8:50 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
18h 45m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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6:25 am - 7:53 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 28m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$715Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 17
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7:05 am - 9:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
18h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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6:10 am - 2:00 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 50m1 stop Vienna Intl
$716Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Wed, Apr 14
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12:45 pm - 8:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
25h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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8:35 pm - 9:35 amSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 00m1 stop Istanbul
$717Turkish Airlines
Thu, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 18
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11:45 am - 7:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
24h 45m1 stop Istanbul
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3:30 pm - 7:20 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$717Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:20 pm - 2:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
32h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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3:10 pm - 9:15 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 05m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$736Air Serbia
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
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4:20 pm - 11:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
12h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$742Lufthansa
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 18
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4:20 pm - 11:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
12h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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12:25 pm - 1:10 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$743Lufthansa
Mon, Jan 4 - Mon, Jan 18
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1:00 pm - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
18h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Vienna Intl
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2:45 pm - 6:40 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 55m2 stops Vienna Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$747Austrian Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:20 pm - 2:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
32h 10m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
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3:10 pm - 9:15 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 05m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
$766Air Serbia
Fri, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 19
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4:20 pm - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SJJ Sarajevo Butmir
14h 40m1 stop Vienna Intl
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6:10 am - 3:00 pmSJJ  Sarajevo Butmir-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 50m1 stop Vienna Intl
$779Austrian Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo. It’s 4% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo at $577 round-trip.
•June ($1,090) and July ($976) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$380
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 297% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo

When to book flights from Chicago to Sarajevo

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

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo takes 00m, covering 4,954 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo range from $742 to $1,101, with an average of $909 over the past 12 months. Anything below $742 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $909 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $715 to $1,800. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $691, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sarajevo Butmir Airport (SJJ)?

    Sarajevo Butmir Airport (SJJ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • CarWiz
    • United Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Sarajevo Butmir (SJJ).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $881 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $952, a difference of $71.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo?

    Flying via Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 30m, compared with 13h 53m via Zurich (ZRH) and 14h 05m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Sarajevo?

    Sarajevo is 7 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Central European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sarajevo?

    Bosnian History Museum is one of the most viewed places in Sarajevo on KAYAK.

  • Can I upgrade my seat when flying with Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Sarajevo?

    Yes, it is generally possible to upgrade your seat when flying with Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Sarajevo, subject to availability and specific airline policies. Turkish Airlines offers different cabin classes, including economy class, business class, and first class. Passengers can inquire about seat upgrade options during the booking process or at the airport check-in counter.

  • Does Turkish Airlines offer any special amenities or facilities for passengers with specific needs for flights from Chicago to Sarajevo?

    Yes, Turkish Airlines offers special amenities and facilities for passengers with specific needs. They prioritize providing assistance and support to passengers with disabilities, reduced mobility, or medical conditions. Turkish Airlines offers wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and dedicated check-in counters for passengers with reduced mobility. They also have trained staff to assist passengers throughout their journey. Additionally, Turkish Airlines provides amenities such as special meals for dietary requirements and medical conditions.

  • Can car rentals be arranged at Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)?

    Yes, car rentals can be arranged at Sarajevo International Airport. Several well-known car rental companies operate at the airport, including Budget, Avis, Hertz, Europcar, and SIXT. These companies offer a variety of vehicles for rent, ranging from compact cars to SUVs and minivans, allowing travelers to choose according to their needs and preferences.

  • Does Turkish Airlines offer any special facilities for lactating mothers for flights from Chicago to Sarajevo?

    Turkish Airlines strives to provide a comfortable experience for all passengers, including lactating mothers, on flights from Chicago to Sarajevo. While specific facilities may vary, Turkish Airlines generally offers amenities such as baby changing tables in lavatories and assistance from the cabin crew. Lactating mothers are allowed to bring breast milk in reasonable quantities as carry-on baggage.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $881, about $71 less than Thursday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Sarajevo trip for January. Fares historically average $577 round-trip in that month - typically $513 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sarajevo Butmir Airport.

    • Hotel Hills Sarajevo Congress & Thermal Spa Resort
    • Hotel Hollywood
    • Malak Regency Hotel
  • Common layovers for flights from Chicago to Sarajevo often occur in major European hub cities such as Istanbul (IST), Frankfurt (FRA), or Vienna (VIE). Airlines like Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, and Austrian Airlines may offer these layover options, providing connecting flights to Sarajevo from their respective hub airports.
  • Turkish Airlines offers a premium lounge experience for passengers flying from Chicago to Sarajevo. At Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Turkish Airlines operates its own lounge, known as the Turkish Airlines Lounge. This lounge provides a comfortable and relaxing environment for passengers, offering amenities such as complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi access, comfortable seating areas, and shower facilities.
  • Lufthansa, a major airline operating on the Chicago to Sarajevo route, has specific policies for children traveling on their flights. Children between the ages of two and 11 are generally eligible for child fares, which are typically offered at a discounted rate compared to adult fares. Infants under the age of two can travel on an adult's lap or occupy a separate seat with a child fare. Lufthansa also provides assistance for unaccompanied minors, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the journey.
  • The carry-on luggage allowance policy for Austrian Airlines on flights from Chicago to Sarajevo typically allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item on board. The carry-on bag should adhere to the airline's specified dimensions, usually around 21 x 15 x 9 in. The weight limit for the carry-on bag is typically 17.6 lbs.
  • Lufthansa has specific pet restrictions and policies for flights from Chicago to Sarajevo. They allow the transportation of small dogs, cats, and other small pets in the cabin, provided they are kept in a suitable pet carrier that meets the airline's guidelines. The maximum weight of the pet and carrier combined should typically not exceed 17.6 lbs.

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