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Cheapest round-trip
$564
Typical prices: $675-$819
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/20Thu 11/22
HAM - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$402
Typical prices: $456-$701
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/28
HAM - ORD • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Hamburg and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $668 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hamburg to Chicago (HAM-CHI)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Hamburg to Chicago

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:00 am - 3:30 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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8:10 pm - 4:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
12h 55m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$564TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:15 pm - 4:45 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 30m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Kastrup Copenhagen
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10:40 am - 9:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
15h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
$584Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:50 am - 4:45 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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6:30 am - 9:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
19h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
$584Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, Apr 17 - Wed, Apr 21
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6:00 am - 4:00 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 00m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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5:45 pm - 4:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
15h 50m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
$600TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, Apr 30 - Sat, May 8
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2:00 pm - 7:55 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:40 pm - 5:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
12h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$672Lufthansa
Mon, Apr 5 - Sun, Apr 25
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7:30 am - 12:55 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:40 pm - 4:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
11h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$674Lufthansa
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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12:00 pm - 8:05 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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6:00 pm - 2:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
13h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$677Lufthansa
Sun, Mar 28 - Sat, Apr 10
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6:30 am - 11:00 amHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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3:35 pm - 10:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
11h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$687United Airlines
Thu, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 13
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6:30 am - 11:00 amHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:40 pm - 4:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
11h 50m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$687United Airlines
Mon, Mar 29 - Wed, Apr 7
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6:30 am - 2:50 pmHAM  Hamburg-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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3:35 pm - 10:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HAM Hamburg
11h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$687United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Hamburg to Chicago flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Hamburg to Chicago typically range from $675 to $819. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $564, on TAP AIR PORTUGAL.

What is the cheapest Hamburg to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Hamburg to Chicago routes. They average around $701 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Chicago. It’s 2% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Chicago?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Chicago at $587 round-trip.
•July ($845) and June ($840) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Hamburg to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Hamburg to Chicago are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Hamburg to Chicago flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$402
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 131% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Hamburg to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Hamburg to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hamburg to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Hamburg to Chicago 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 Hamburg to Chicago?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Hamburg to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Hamburg to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Hamburg to Chicago takes 00m, covering 4,238 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hamburg to Chicago?

    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 Hamburg to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Hamburg to Chicago range from $675 to $819, with an average of $701 over the past 12 months. Anything below $675 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hamburg to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the $701 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Hamburg to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hamburg to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $450, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates averaging $64:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $84:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hamburg to Chicago?

    Flights from Hamburg to Chicago usually depart from Hamburg (HAM) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hamburg to Chicago pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hamburg to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hamburg to Chicago?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Hamburg to Chicago. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $692 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $752, a difference of $60.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Hamburg to Chicago?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 32m, compared with 11h 55m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 12h 32m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Hamburg and Chicago?

    Chicago is 7 hours behind Hamburg (Central Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Hamburg to Chicago 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $692, about $60 less than Tuesday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hamburg to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average $587 round-trip in that month - typically $258 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    • Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport

More options for your flight from Hamburg to Chicago

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