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Cheap Flights from Europe to Chicago

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Europe to Chicago 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 Europe to Chicago

Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 22
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6:05 am - 4:00 pm
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15h 55m
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9:25 pm - 11:55 am
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MUC
32h 30m
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$462TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26
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6:05 am - 4:00 pm
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16h 55m
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:00 pm - 7:10 pm
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18h 10m
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$466TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 26
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
8:00 pm - 4:00 pm
MUC
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27h 00m
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:00 pm - 11:20 pm
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MUC
22h 20m
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$475TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, May 2
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10:25 pm - 4:00 pm
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24h 35m
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
6:05 pm - 5:00 pm
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15h 55m
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$483TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, Mar 23
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10:15 am - 5:45 pm
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13h 30m
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 2:10 pm
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MUC
11h 50m
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$533Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
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10:15 am - 4:45 pm
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13h 30m
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 7:45 pm
ORD
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17h 25m
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$534Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Fri, May 8
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 8:32 pm
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ORD
21h 22m
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6:15 pm - 6:25 pm
ORD
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KRK
17h 10m
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$562United Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 17
LOT Logo
1:30 pm - 8:00 pm
KRK
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13h 30m
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10:55 pm - 8:50 pm
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15h 55m
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$566LOT
Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 10
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 7:55 pm
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14h 05m
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5:55 pm - 11:30 pm
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KRK
22h 35m
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$567United Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 25
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6:15 am - 12:10 pm
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11h 55m
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4:20 pm - 9:25 am
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$585Lufthansa
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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$311
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
Flight from Krakow to Chicago

Flights from Europe to Chicago: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Europe to Chicago 
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
AMS
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ORD
Feb 2026
Purchase a face mask device that fastens to the headrest that keeps your head supported. You will sleep better and avoid shoulder, neck, and back psin if flying basic economy.
KEVINFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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ORD
Dec 2025
Don't buy business class. It"s a relatively short day time flight. and not worth the extra expense. Stick with premium economy.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Jun 2025
I wish I'd known that there were food and shopping opportunities at the B gate area. This was a lovely, NOT busy place to spend time. I'd have gone directly there if I'd known. Definitely a nice place to wait.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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ORD
Mar 2025
"If you're flying from Istanbul to Chicago, here are some tips to keep in mind: 1. *Choose a comfortable airline*: I recommend flying with Turkish Airlines or United Airlines, as they offer a relatively smooth and efficient boarding process. 2. *Be prepared for long flight*: The flight from Istanbul to Chicago can take around 10-11 hours, so make sure to bring entertainment, snacks, and comfortable clothing. 3. *Take advantage of in-flight amenities*: Both Turkish Airlines and United Airlines offer a range of in-flight amenities, including meals, drinks, and entertainment. 4. *Plan for jet lag*: Chicago is 8 hours behind Istanbul, so plan accordingly and try to adjust your sleep schedule before arrival. As for the boarding process, I found Turkish Airlines to be particularly comfortable and efficient. They offer: - *Priority boarding*: For passengers with special needs or priority status. - *Efficient queue management*: Turkish Airlines uses a well-organized queue system to minimize waiting times. - *Friendly staff*: The flight attendants and ground staff are always helpful and welcoming. Overall, with some planning and preparation, you can have a comfortable and enjoyable flight from Istanbul to Chicago!"
ElizabethFlew with Iberia
FCO
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ORD
May 2025
Get to Rome airport a bit early. The lines for passport control can be long if you have a US passport. The signage can be confusing, but once you figure it out it is easy. Staff at Rome airport are very good and the lines were not bad there. Just security and passport control.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Apr 2025
Make sure to allow ample time between connecting flights. I have to hoof it when I realized that TSA required bags to be picked up and rechecked.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
MUC
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ORD
Mar 2025
Beware the long distances at O’Hare terminal 5. Moving walkway help, but it was 1/2 mile or more from gate to passport control
MichaelFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Apr 2025
Have a light luggage as much as you can. Boarding gate walk is not a joke.
MaryFlew with United Airlines
ZRH
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ORD
Jan 2025
Bring your own food. Chicago airport is extremely large....we walked nearly 4000 steps from landing to customs....very difficult for people over 70 years old.
FarisFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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ORD
Dec 2024
Come very early to the airport because it’s very huge
Verified travelerFlew with Icelandair
KEF
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ORD
Feb 2025
Pack snacks or pay online for your meal. Pack lightly.
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
DUB
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ORD
Sep 2024
Taking the coach bus to Dublin from Castlebar to departures was affordable and easy.
ConnerFlew with Aer Lingus
DUB
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ORD
Sep 2024
You need almost 2 hours to be sure you will clear US pre clearance
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
BCN
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ORD
Oct 2024
The AA website states that the cost for luggage is $45 for transatlantic flights. Encourage them to call for the actual cost as I was charged $70EU for each bag.
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Jul 2024
Gate 10 is a train wreck because there are multiple gates distinguished by a letter following A10. If possible get there as quickly as possible to find the appropriate gate.
MohamadFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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ORD
Jun 2024
Make sure that you have enough transit time because the airport is huge
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
DUB
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ORD
Aug 2024
Give yourself enough time to go through US Customs in Dublin.
HeatherFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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ORD
Aug 2024
They are super strict on carry-on size and weight. I have never seen an airline weigh a carry-on before. If you are flying through Germany, make sure to alott yourself extra time to stand in a giant line for a passport check, even though it was already checked when boarding to Germany (not sure what could have changed with it during the flight!). They had given some of our seats away on our connecting flight because we barely made it to the gate in time for departure.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
MUC
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ORD
Apr 2024
We opted for Premium Economy and while more expensive, it’s definitely worth it on a long flight. Quieter, more room, and included a checked bag per passenger. The seats are much more comfortable. The only downside is the restrooms. PE is supposed to use the restrooms at the back of the plane even though there are bathrooms right in front of PE for first class. Stupid, the stewards kept locking those bathrooms and there was always a long line for the restrooms at the back. This was on United. We didn’t have this issue on Lufthansa PE.
EmilyFlew with British Airways
LHR
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ORD
Mar 2024
Bring as few liquids as possible or put them in checked bag. They are very strict at Heathrow about all of them fitting into one small ziplock bag
JdubFlew with Scandinavian Airlines
CPH
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ORD
Apr 2024
Remember to make time for passport control when going back and forth. It's after security. I was a little confused as a first time traveler.
Verified travelerFlew with Lufthansa
FRA
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ORD
Mar 2024
Avoid Frankfurt and O'Hare if you can. Use Amsterdam as your European hub and Minneapolis or Dallas as your hub in middle America.

FAQs for booking flights from Europe to Chicago

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

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  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Europe to Chicago?

    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 Chicago with an airline and back to Europe with another airline.

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

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

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Europe to Chicago

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Europe to Chicago? 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.
7.5
LOTOverall score based on 1181 reviews
7.6Boarding
7.4Comfort
6.9Entertainment
8.2Crew
7.1Food
Airline reviews

Good in general, but i think the chair is not comfortable for traveling more than 2 hours ..

8.0 Excellentkinan, Jan 2026
KTW - WAW
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Good in general, but i think the chair is not comfortable for traveling more than 2 hours ..

Krakow airport is very disorganized. nice seats. friendly crew. long legs had screens. short leg did not

Horrible communication, flight boarded then we sat on plane for almost 5 hours as the runway was barely covered in snow with no plows in sight and the as we tried to taxi there was a major equipment failure due to poor push off technique causing all passengers to be taken off the flight to ultimately have the flight cancelled. There was barely any communication to passengers as to what was happening or what to do next to get placed on another flight. Arriving to my final destination a whole day later having to take a connecting flight through Lisbon to ultimately end up in New York instead of a direct flight as none available for the next day. Never flying LOT airlines again!

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

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

Boarding was delayed for an unknown reason for more than an hour. While the airplane was at the gate, the boarding time was moved by 10-20 minutes every 15 minutes. No entertainment on the plane.

No real complaints. The in flight food was much better than I expected. The in flight entertainment was excellent.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Horrible Flight significantly delayed. Not due to united issue. But trying to rebook connection flight and get information about overnight accommodation was difficult. Agent did not seem to care or have any interest to help.

United Airlines is my preferred airlines and I am thankful for Gary who also help support me on the phone to switch my flight literally last min.

This Japanese airline provides great service and very helpful in assisting their passengers.

Seated dude next to me even though lots of empty rows. But main thing was we sat on the tarmac after landing for 30 minutes because of, in the words of the dude who sat next to me, “operational incompetence”. We got changing directions about where to pick up gate checked bags. Pilot and flight attendant were awesome though.

It was a pretty standard flight... until the almost hour and a half spent on the taxi way. I get that the weather has been poor but the delay had nothing to do with the weather and more to do with a plane with several issues tying up the gate. I get that that happens from time to time but this has been EVERY flight I've been on for the past 5 years and I fly 3 to 5 times a year. This isn't just United... it's American, it's Delta. It's an issue with the entire industry. I work for UPS and packages on a cargo plane get better service than people do these days. Anymore I HATE flying.

I so appreciate the crew members on each flight of United. They are outstanding.

Reliable, nice crew, I fly often on that flight and I like it all.

Perfect flight. Smooth flight. Arrived 20 minutes early at destination. Excellent service.

Very hot cabin made long flight uncomfortable, even in business class! Food was great. Istanbul business lounge had great food but too few bathrooms and seating . They also need more electric outlets for charging devices. Appreciate the ability to go through fast track lines w business class

The crew on this flight provided exceptional business class service to me.

The staff at the boarding or the rudest uninformative and no English whatsoever they’re very rude as if they are envious of you travelling I don’t understand how could someone would be this rude and this out of touch and cold

You charged me for luggage although the airline does not- you charged me for seat when customers can pick their own seat at checkout in I travel to Europe slot and I will not use kayak again

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

Requested food options were always finished. Supplied food items were good but of course not the desired choices.

The airport staff never announced that boarding has started. Both at iad or Islamabad or Istanbul.

Very bad experience with turkish airline tk 0001. Very uncomfortable seats and food ran out and crew was not helpful

The airline could improve its business class seats and privacy in line with its competitors.

Very good. Comfortable and I felt well taken care of from start to finish

We were in premium economy seats that appeared to be locked in plae, No reclining. My aching back.

I don’t understand how they charge as much as they do for such a poor experience

I wish the plane had pod seating for business class. I had a window seat (8K) and I had to climb over the person sitting on the aisle when I needed to get up. Also there is no partition between the seats for privacy when sleeping. The Asian airlines have much nicer business class seating. Their seats are wider for better comfort when sleeping.

The seat space seemed small especially when the person ahead reclined but other than that, very good.

Luggage transfer in Chicago was not performed in time. I received my luggage at my destination two days later.

Food was poor quality and the screens for entertainment didn’t work properly

It was a short flight, everything was good with it.

I darted through the Frankfurt airport to make my connecting flight. I asked if it was a possibility to upgrade and the agent did. This was the kindest gesture and it made up for the previous delayed flight and distress/anxiety of anticipating that Zi was going to miss my Frankfurt-Chicago connection. I cannot express my gratitude for the upgrade.. I am 5feet 10 inches do the leg space was amazing.

I meant this flight was not good, the one from Tirana to Frankfurt was better!

Late takeoff, but on time landing. Lost bags, 3 days to find them, still in transit to my location. Power outlets broken, Wi-Fi not working, so much for working on the long flight.

Late! Late and late! More than 1hr 30mn. This sucks when it is the last of a 4 flight journey. I missed my dinner! Which is not nice on Valentine’s Day!!! But better than the gate next to us, the poor Chinese people were rebooked to the next day flight. AA had to call security as it became very heated with the passengers! It was a mess at DFW that afternoon/evening. I wish they had some food for the people who travel as part of international journey. Indigo does it in India and it is fantastic.

Good. For a long flight. The comfort of the seat could be better. Also, the food was « normal » plane food. Not indian plane food unfortunately! Everything else was smooth and great.

The seats were comfortable. So many empty seats allowed for stretching out and sleeping. The onboard entertainment was pretty good. The cabin crew were so kind and kept the passengers well- hydrated, and well fed.

We had American Airlines on our return and it was confusing if we were going with Aa or BA I had 2 different flight numbers and didn’t get our gate until it was boarding. So we were a bit nervous as the which it was

Our Jackson, Mississippi to Dallas Fort Worth flight was delayed on 1/19/26.. This was changed to Jackson to Charlotte in the last minute because of this delay. This started some kind of disconnect between American Airlines and British Airways bookings. We could not go past the passport control in London Heathrow. I had to go to the counter and waited for more than 30 minutes to get a new boarding pass. Problems did not end there. Somehow our entire return flight was canceled by someone. I had to make several phone calls over several days to fix the problem – this was not easy from India. Looks like there was some kind of disconnect between two airlines or some agent did not do it right. I’m anxious to know what went wrong.

My touch screen at my seat wasn't working, the films BA advertised on the website for this flight were not available, and the plane was a little dated, food was good and the staff were good, just let down by the aircraft facilities.

Did not like the seating configuration at all with 2+3+2 in business class. Lacking total privacy and comfort

The flight crew was kind, flexible, and accommodating. The seats on the plane were extremely uncomfortable.

Check-in experience, for business call please provide a premium experience

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