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Cheapest return flight
£540
Typical prices: £382-£566
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/1Sat 27/1
ORD - LGW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£223
Typical prices: £204-£379
Icelandair
Tue 13/3
ORD - LGW • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and London Gatwick Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg £316 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 12h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Gatwick (ORD-LGW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chicago to Gatwick

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
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05:01 - 06:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 54m1 stop Orlando
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09:45 - 00:55LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 10m1 stop Orlando
£540Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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08:30 - 07:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
17h 00m2 stops Philadelphia Orlando
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19:40 - 14:55LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 15m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£541Multiple Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
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14:40 - 08:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
11h 45m1 stop Zurich
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08:40 - 16:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 35m1 stop Zurich
£541SWISS
Wed, 20 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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10:00 - 07:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
15h 30m1 stop Orlando
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19:40 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 50m2 stops Madrid Barajas New York John F Kennedy Intl
£543Multiple Airlines
Wed, 3 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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18:50 - 17:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
17h 00m1 stop Zurich
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08:35 - 16:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 40m1 stop Zurich
£545SWISS
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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18:30 - 21:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
21h 15m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:30 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£546Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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09:55 - 20:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
28h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Dublin
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11:25 - 17:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 50m2 stops Dublin Zurich
£547Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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18:50 - 17:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
17h 00m1 stop Zurich
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09:00 - 16:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 15m1 stop Zurich
£549SWISS
Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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15:55 - 08:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 35m1 stop Dublin
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09:40 - 18:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 40m1 stop Dublin
£549Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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19:30 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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11:55 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£552Icelandair
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights

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

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% 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 London Gatwick Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport at £367 return.
•June (£735) and July (£621) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% 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 London Gatwick Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£223
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 42% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights from Chicago to Gatwick

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Gatwick based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick 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 much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight?

    Return flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport range from £382 to £566, with an average of £439 over the past 12 months. Anything below £382 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 51% above the route average of £439. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £227, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)?

    London Gatwick Airport (LGW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £6 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • U-Save
    • Europcar
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) – 85% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £402 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £499, a difference of £96. 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 stopover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 17m, compared to 12h 19m via Dublin (DUB) and 12h 33m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in London Gatwick Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in London Gatwick Airport are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London Gatwick Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to London Gatwick Airport 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average £402 – about £96 less than Saturday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% 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 London Gatwick Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £367 return in that month – typically £368 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport.
    - Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport

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