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Cheapest round-trip
$505
Typical prices: $709-$1,269
Icelandair
Thu 1/11Thu 1/25
ORD - FRA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$845
Typical prices: $1,104-$1,718
Lufthansa
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
ORD - FRA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Lufthansa. Average duration is 8h 22m
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ORD - FRA
Cheapest • 6% average savings
ORD - HHN
Most popular
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 42% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Cheapest • Avg $494 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 10h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main (ORD-FRA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main

Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 25
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6:30 pm - 12:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 40m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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1:05 pm - 5:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 15m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$505Icelandair
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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6:30 pm - 12:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
10h 40m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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1:05 pm - 5:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 15m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$681Icelandair
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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7:15 pm - 9:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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3:15 pm - 4:45 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 30m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$705Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:15 pm - 2:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
12h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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10:30 am - 4:45 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
$727Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:45 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
11h 30m1 stop Dublin
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10:45 am - 7:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 35m1 stop Dublin
$733Aer Lingus
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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3:45 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
11h 30m1 stop Dublin
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10:55 am - 7:15 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 20m1 stop Dublin
$735Aer Lingus
Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 24
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11:45 am - 1:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
19h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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6:50 am - 10:00 amFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$737Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 26
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11:45 am - 10:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
27h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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6:15 pm - 6:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$737Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:30 pm - 6:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 40m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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9:25 am - 5:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 55m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$749Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:30 pm - 6:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
16h 30m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Berlin Brandenburg
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8:30 am - 5:20 pmFRA  Frankfurt am Main-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 50m2 stops Berlin Brandenburg Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$755Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main start at $505. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $709 to $1,269. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $505 on Icelandair.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main at $543 round-trip.
  • July ($1,146) and June ($1,140) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and ORD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Duncan Madden

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$323
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights:

    • Lufthansa: offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Thai Airways: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Frankfurt am Main. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Lufthansa

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

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and may arrive at several airports in Frankfurt am Main area, including Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and Frankfurt-Hahn (HHN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights?

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

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Condor: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $494 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $1,376 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    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.

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

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

    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 18%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $853 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,033: a $180 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and morning flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Frankfurt am Main?

    Some of the most popular sights in Frankfurt am Main are Frankfurt Central Station, Congress Center Messe Frankfurt and Frankfurt City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Frankfurt am Main on KAYAK.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main:

    • Earliest: departs at 3:10 pm and lands at 11:32 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 7:57 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 22m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $930. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main takes 8h 22m, covering 4,330 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $480, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 56m, compared with 11h 26m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 12h 01m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Frankfurt am Main?

    Frankfurt am Main 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 car rental options are available in Frankfurt am Main?

    Since Frankfurt am Main is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) — daily rates from around $11:

    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

    Near Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (HHN) — daily rates from around $19:

    • Flex To Go
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • keddy by Europcar

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

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main range from $709 to $1,269, with an average of $930 over the past 12 months. Anything below $709 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights:

    • • Lufthansa
    • • United Airlines
    • • Thai Airways

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $853 - about $180 less than Monday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% 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 Frankfurt am Main trip for February. Fares historically average $543 round-trip in that month - typically $603 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $494 round-trip on this route - about $882 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
    - Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center
    - Meininger Hotel Frankfurt Main / Airport
    - Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Tuesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Wednesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Thursday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Friday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Saturday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Sunday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Tuesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Wednesday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Thursday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Friday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Saturday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Sunday

Lufthansa,United Airlines

Lufthansa,United Airlines

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