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Cheapest round-trip
$710
Typical prices: $530-$763
Icelandair
Tue 11/20Wed 12/5
LGW - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$470
Typical prices: $493-$683
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/26
LGW - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg $510 (round-trip)
Dublin (DUB)
Shortest trip • 11h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Chicago (LGW-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Gatwick to Chicago

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Dec 5
Icelandair Logo
11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$710Icelandair
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:05 pm - 7:15 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 10m1 stop Dublin
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9:05 pm - 6:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
16h 15m1 stop Dublin
$710Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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8:40 am - 7:15 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 35m1 stop Dublin
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9:05 pm - 2:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 25m1 stop Dublin
$710Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
Icelandair Logo
11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
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11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 17
Icelandair Logo
11:55 am - 6:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
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11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Dec 6
Icelandair Logo
11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Dec 3
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11:55 am - 5:20 pmLGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$711Icelandair
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Price, demand and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $710. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $530 to $763. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $710 on Icelandair.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 4% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $478 round-trip.
  • August ($807) and July ($798) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$470
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Gatwick to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick 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 London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $624 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $680, a difference of $56. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 10% above the route average of $652. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 3,960 miles.

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

    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 London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $472, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 41m, compared with 12h 10m via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) and 12h 50m via Madrid Barajas (MAD).

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

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 6 hours behind London Gatwick Airport (Central Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

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

    Round-trip flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $530 to $763, with an average of $652 over the past 12 months. Anything below $530 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $624 - about $56 less than Sunday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $478 round-trip in that month - typically $329 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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