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Cheapest round-trip
$1,022
Typical prices: $1,560-$1,008
ITA Airways
Mon 7/20Tue 8/4
ORD - TLV • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,943
Typical prices: $1,324-$652
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Tue 10/27Sun 11/8
ORD - TLV • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv (ORD-TLV)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv 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 O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv

Mon, Jul 20 - Tue, Aug 4
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3:00 pm - 3:10 am
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TLV
28h 10m
1 stop
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2:30 pm - 1:10 pm
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ORD
30h 40m
1 stop
$1,022ITA Airways
Mon, Jul 20 - Tue, Aug 11
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3:00 pm - 3:10 am
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TLV
28h 10m
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2:30 pm - 1:10 pm
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ORD
30h 40m
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$1,024ITA Airways
Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Aug 10
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3:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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TLV
14h 30m
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2:30 pm - 1:10 pm
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ORD
30h 40m
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$1,025ITA Airways
Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 26
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2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
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TLV
18h 50m
1 stop
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3:05 pm - 8:35 am
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ORD
25h 30m
1 stop
$1,028Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 11
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3:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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TLV
14h 30m
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2:30 pm - 1:10 pm
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30h 40m
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$1,029ITA Airways
Mon, Jul 27 - Tue, Aug 4
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3:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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TLV
14h 30m
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2:30 pm - 1:10 pm
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30h 40m
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$1,031ITA Airways
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
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10:56 am - 7:55 pm
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TLV
24h 59m
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5:10 am - 7:25 pm
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22h 15m
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$1,032Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Wed, Aug 26
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2:00 pm - 4:50 pm
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TLV
18h 50m
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7:45 am - 8:35 am
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32h 50m
1 stop
$1,034Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 1 - Sun, Aug 16
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3:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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TLV
14h 30m
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5:15 am - 1:10 pm
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15h 55m
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$1,035ITA Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:20 pm - 10:45 am
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30h 25m
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2:10 pm - 7:55 am
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25h 45m
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$1,036Etihad Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv?

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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv departing in July.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Tel Aviv, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv is April, where tickets cost $1,042 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,355 and $1,283 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 25% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$540
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv flights

  • What are the layover options for flights from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    Common layover options for flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Tel Aviv include major international hubs like London Heathrow, Frankfurt, and Amsterdam. These layovers may offer various airlines and travel durations to reach Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV).

  • What is the most sustainable airline for flights from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    If you need to fly in an eco-friendly environment, consider reserving your tickets with Emirates, SWISS, and Turkish Airlines. This is because these airlines have made notable efforts towards sustainability, incorporating eco-friendly practices and initiatives in their operations. Thus, your flight will be memorable while using either of these airlines.

  • Can I purchase an economy ticket from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Tel Aviv and then upgrade to business class?

    Whether you can upgrade an economy ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Tel Aviv depends on the airline's policies. Some airlines offer upgrade options, subject to availability and additional fees. Contact the airline directly or check their website for upgrade details and eligibility criteria.

  • Which nearby cities can I explore through Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) after landing in Tel Aviv?

    After landing at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), you can explore nearby cities like Tel Aviv itself, with its vibrant beaches and cultural attractions. Additionally, Jerusalem, the historic and religious capital of Israel, is easily accessible. Other options include Haifa, Jaffa, and Netanya, each offering unique experiences and sights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv was $540 for a one-way ticket and $1,022 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Tel Aviv?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    When flying out of Chicago O'Hare Airport you will be using Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Tel Aviv, also known as Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and Tel Aviv, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Tel Aviv from Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv, EL AL or LOT?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv are EL AL and LOT. With an average price for the route of $2,188 and an overall rating of 7.7, EL AL is the most popular choice. LOT is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,290 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    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 O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Tel Aviv from Chicago O'Hare Airport 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 O'Hare Airport to Tel Aviv?

    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 Tel Aviv with an airline and back to Chicago O'Hare Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago O'Hare Airport and TLV can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Tel Aviv from Chicago O'Hare Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Tel Aviv

  • Flights from Chicago use Chicago O'Hare International Airport as the departure destination and Ben Gurion Airport as the arrival destination to Tel Aviv. To connect from downtown Chicago to O'Hare International Airport (ORD), take the Blue Line train from Clark/Lake station to O'Hare station. The journey takes about 40 minutes, making it a convenient and cost-effective way to reach the airport.
  • For flying with kids from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), consider using airlines with family-friendly amenities and services. El Al Israel Airlines is a suitable option, known for its child-friendly facilities and accommodating staff, ensuring a comfortable journey for families.
  • Flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) typically offer special amenities for passengers with reduced mobility. These may include priority boarding, wheelchair assistance, accessible lavatories, and dedicated support from the attentive staff to ensure a safe and comfortable travel experience throughout the journey.
  • You need not leave your pet behind if you’re flying from ORD to TL for a vacation. Consider reserving your ticket with El Al Israel Airlines which is a suitable airline to travel with a pet from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV). They offer a pet-friendly policy and have designated pet travel options to ensure the comfort and well-being of your four-legged companion during the journey.
  • Upon landing at Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), consider moving around the city with car rentals located at the airport. To reserve for one, you need to visit their counter typically located in the arrivals hall of both Terminal 3 and Terminal 1. Follow the signs for "Car Rental" or "Rent-a-Car" to reach the rental counters. The car rental agencies are easily accessible upon exiting the customs area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from O'Hare Intl to Tel Aviv

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Tel Aviv. 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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LOTOverall score based on 1197 reviews
7.5Comfort
7.2Food
6.9Entertainment
8.2Crew
7.5Boarding
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Issue with boarding, group of passengers on a religious trip coming back to NYC kept trying to change seats, even standing when the plane was pushing back. Crew/Pilot kept very good composure, some passengers got aggravated and started venting out loud but this group created a serious security risk. Crew/Pilot should've been more stringent and called in security or remove them from the flight.

8.0 ExcellentChris, May 2026
WAW - JFK
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Issue with boarding, group of passengers on a religious trip coming back to NYC kept trying to change seats, even standing when the plane was pushing back. Crew/Pilot kept very good composure, some passengers got aggravated and started venting out loud but this group created a serious security risk. Crew/Pilot should've been more stringent and called in security or remove them from the flight.

The seat was paid for but given for some different person .

Stuck on a plane for 6 hours due to a technical or mechanical issue.

Boarding was a madhouse. Airport staff was completely disinterested in communicating about the delays. Never again.

The seats are very narrow. Communication regarding bids for better seating could be better

Smooth flight, excellent crew and good food. Not enough space; sitting are too small.

Flight was delayed for a hour from Warsaw, not sure why. When we landed in Chicago, plane was still on the runway for about half a hour. Took a while to get off.

No WiFi and ok comfort in business class. Home safe I guess that’s all that really matters.

Crew was excellent. Business class was poor on the short flight and mediocre at best on the international flight.

Very poor. Seats like economy class, food unbeatable, no charging, no entertainment, no WiFi, boarding by bus - no justification for calling and pricing this as business class

Smooth travel. Immediate update prior flight delay so I can arrange myself properly without too rush.

Boarded early; and arrived home 40 mins early. After a long flight, it’s nice to be back home early. These flights have no amenities; no snacks. So need to bring your own

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

Great flight. Boarded efficiently. Arrived early at CLT. There was no in flight entertainment on this aircraft. Great crew.

The seat was comfortable. There was a lot of turbulence. If it weren't for that,it would have been okay.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

i have book the flight with baggage. and i have paid $800.00 for the baggage. when i contacted to JUSTFLY Costumer Service they told me that my baggage was included in the booking. then why i have to pay. i am going to file a complain against it. $800.00 is not at all small amount

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Very disappointed to not have lounge access The shorter flight seats were uncomfortable

Seats were very comfortable and the staff too was very friendly.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

From the start of my vacation at Logan Airport, Boston it was chaotic. I'm praying my flight home is better .I'm grateful that we landed safe

The flight was over 1 hour late taking off ,when I arrived in Abu Dhabi ,I missed my connecting flight to Bangkok so I had to wait almost 6 hours for my flight arriving in Bangkok at 6:30 am ,So I missed a whole day of my vacation and my hotel room sat empty so I paid for hotel days that I was not there. In Abu Dhabi there was a woman that worked the desk at transfers that was so professional, courteous , helpful,and may I say absolutely beautiful .she got me food vouchers for my layover and was a very calming presence. Besides that I will never use Etihad again I will pay the Xtra money . I'm sure they won't read or see this but it's my "2 cents" I'll use an airline that respects me and my hard earned dollars

We have paid premium price for a business class Cabinet and we have received the old 777 with the following apart business class that is not to standard. It was very disappointing and it’s a very bad reputation for a premium airline company. This aeroplane should be the commission from being as a business class. We will pass this knowledge to our colleagues because the quality of business class in Etihad is not consistent and it is a lucky dip that sometimes you’re getting a good aeroplane and sometimes you’re getting their 30 years old aeroplane. The crew of the aeroplane have apologise and said that they hate this aeroplane and they have complained about it multiple times as well. Obviously Etihad is putting the economy in front of the Customer Experience. For the future we will not take this risk anymore and will fly with established company like emirates.

There was not any issues with the Etihad Airways. Staff was excellent and I love the variety of movies and games that they provided.

Not bad but they lost 2 of my bags when I got to Florence

Couldn’t get boarding passes online, delayed an hour, and smallest amount of space on board I’ve ever encountered for such a long flight.

In general, I've had excellent experiences with Iberia flights and will continue to use them. In this last flight there were two things that didn't go right. I didn't get the kosher meal I had pre-requested when I had checked in on-line. Things worked out OK as we ended up eating the fish and vegetarian choices, which were really good. The other issue was that some movies for me and my wife started fine but after 8-12 minutes the content just switched to something else. The flight attendant reset our entertainment systems, but the problem persisted. We ended up choosing other movies/TV shows that did work fine.

Awful. They didn't even show concern that her connecting flight( Dallas to Mardrid) was gone/missing. I don't understand how that is even possible. Rudest answer from one of the crew was that American Airlines sold the tickets to somebody else. My daughter was not in the list.

The flight was canceled on a Thursday last minute. I lost thousands of dollars in hotels and car rental

Excellent lie flat seat for premium economy! Great staff. Bad food . Not so great entertainment. My bag didn’t make it either.

Really like the idea experience on this airline I will use again

Plane delayed due to weather. Plane boarded, then told to unboard due to a maintenance issue.

the seats were so cramped you could barely move. it was difficult to eat when passengers would recline their seats. the seats were so flimsy and unstable that whenever someone got in and out of their seat, it bounced like a spring back in your face. the movies were nice. the food was terrible. even though the conditions were terrible, they tried to pressure passengers to relocate their seats to accommodate adults who were related and wanted to sit next to each other, even after the passengers expressed that they did not want to move for that purpose. on the connecting flight, the “service” consisted of items for purchase. even though the flight was only 45 minutes, once again passengers (including me) were pressured to relocate for people to sit next to each other. they couldn’t be apart for 45 minutes? this was much less compelling than being apart for an 8 hour flight.

Everything went smoothly, and we even arrived 40min earlier than scheduled, on an Orland-Madrid route.

ITA has these new Airbus A330 Neo that hates economy class passengers. The seats have absolutely no cushion to a point where it hits your spine constantly and reminds you to fork out for premium economy or don’t travel next time. The food was absolutely horrible, ETA mentioned 3 meals for 12 hour flight but it was mostly 1 meal and 2 light snacks. I am vegetarian, so my 2’d food was 1 slice of tomato, 1 cucumber on a dry cold bun. The other 2 meals were disgusting. My young one threw up the entire time. Flight attendants were the cherry on top - plain bad. They would skip servicing drinks to some passengers completely and if you call for an attendant, they will come and stop the button on top without even asking you what you need. I would avoid ITA by all means - there are plenty of options including SAS for same routes with better seats and humane treatment.

Nice flight. Uneventful, very good crew, comfortable seats. Pleasant experience.

ITA cancelled fligh rebooked with Lufthansa. Flight good, but 2hour connection in Frankfurt was HORRIBLE, took 1.9 hours to get through scanner, customs, another security, got to gate after running all the way, so caught it but stressful and terrible start to trip.

The boarding process was organized and efficient, and the crew was friendly and attentive throughout the flight. Food and drinks were typical economy class, but good. The aircraft was old, and the restroom was not very clean. However, we arrived on time, so overall the experience was good.

In Prem Econ, safe and timely flight, good amount of space, mostly comfortable seats. Little irritants: When lying down, seat kept shifting on me...as a short person w/light weight, my seat often reverted to semi-upright. Footrest was broken. TV screen didn't work, after I asked a few times a FA rebooted it to work again. And food was marginal. I don't expect much from airplane food...surprisingly, ITA didn't even meet expectations.

Flight was canceled. Rebooked on Lufthansa Also Canceled. Had to pay 3000 more per person and fly Alaska to EWR and fly emirates to Athens.

Our flight was cancelled the day before our trip and we we put on a Turkish Airline flight that got us in half a day later.

Everything is smooth without canceling the flight or long delay. We're happy about it.

The flight I initially booked from Los Angeles to Florence. I made sure had a layover of about 90 minutes in Rome, so there’d be enough time to connect. A couple weeks before the flight for some reason I was updated that that flight had changed and I was only gonna have 60 minutes to connect. From LAX we were delayed by 45 minutes meaning making the connection was unlikely. The crew informed me that my connecting flight would not wait and they would rebook me on one four or five hours later. I wasn’t happy, but I accepted it. It is what it is. Except when we got closer, two separate flight attendant approached me eagerly and said they had great news that my connecting flight would in fact wait for me, but I needed to hurry through the airport so they didn’t have to wait too long. I was first off the flight. I ran about 4000 steps. And got through passport control all in under 15 minutes. When I arrived to my gate, I was greeted by a flight attendant there who was completely indifferent, said they didn’t hold the plane and they just closed the doors. Had they even held it for two minutes I would’ve made it. She simply told me that the flight attendant on my flight lied about the plane being held, and that they do it all the time. These were all employees of the same company ITA. I was absolutely livid at her indifference and having been lied to and then having to wait five hours and waste a day in Europe at an airport.

The flight was canceled and we have not received the refund

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