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Flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost £423 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of tickets is £757 and £685 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 3 and 4 nonstop flights that take off from Frankfurt am Main Airport and land in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 9h 11m. The most common departure time is 08:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 27 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport at 08:50 and will be landing in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 11:05.

What’s the latest departure time from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport jets off at 17:20 and lands at 19:55.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago

Low season

January

High season

August
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Frankfurt am Main to Chicago flights

  • Are there car rentals from O'Hare International Airport to downtown?

    Nothing beats the convenience and flexibility of touring Chicago in a car. To this end, several service providers run their desks at ORD. Immediately when you land, locate your operator’s counter as you pass through the Arrival Hall. The pick up garage is located at the Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Is there public transportation to the Museum of Science and Industry from ORD?

    ORD and the Museum of Science and Industry sit about 24.2 miles apart. Bus line 6 provides the most convenient and reliable means of travel between these two points, taking about 1h 18min to get there. You can hop onto the bus from its terminus opposite terminal 1. The bus departs at a 10-15 minutes interval.

  • Are there lounges at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    Multiple airlines run various lounges at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. For instance, if you’re flying aboard Emirates Airlines, you can access the Swissport Lounge in Terminal 5, Gate M7. Those flying aboard British Airways will be happy to enjoy British Airways Lounge situated in Terminal 5, Gate 7. Members receive priority clearance at the security desks.

  • Does O'Hare International Airport (ORD) have an art program?

    As you wait to connect to your next destination once you land at O'Hare International Airport, you can kill time exploring the various exhibits at this facility. If you’re arriving through concourses B and C, you won’t miss the various paintings, sculptures, and murals that define these spaces.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Frankfurt am Main to Chicago flight route: Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Canada, Air France, Virgin Atlantic, KLM, and Delta.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

    The Boeing 747-8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Frankfurt am Main to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Frankfurt am Main and Chicago.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

    There are direct flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

    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 Frankfurt am Main to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Frankfurt am Main is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Frankfurt am Main with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main? 25% of our users found flights on this route for Chicago or less round-trip.
  • Buses, trains, and taxis are some of the transportation options that you can use to travel from the city center of Frankfurt to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). Frankfurt Airport bus provides the most convenient and cheaper option, and it covers the 8-mile journey in about 30 minutes. Still, you can take a taxi if you want to reach the airport in under 10 minutes.
  • Do you intend to pray ahead of your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)? In that case, you’ll be happy to know that the facility offers a sacred oasis where religious souls can retreat for a quiet supplication to their maker. This suite is situated in Terminal 2, Area E.
  • You can easily drop off your car at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) before flying to Chicago. The establishment has various parking levels, including Terminal Parking, eParking, Business Parking, Holiday Parking, and Park, Sleep & Fly. The parking garages are conveniently located across from the terminals, and you won’t need a shuttle to your departure gate.
  • If you’re disabled or have mobility limitations while passing through Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), expect to meet friendly airline agents to help you as you move through the security and customs desks. Also, the airport is wheelchair-accessible, with spaces around restrooms and elevators enough to aid your passage.
  • Are you planning to fly with your pet from Frankfurt to Chicago? Numerous airlines, including Lufthansa, allow you to bring your furry friends in the cabin. It might be best if you checked with your airline or immigration regarding any changes in the pet policy at O'Hare International Airport.
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Prefer to fly direct from Frankfurt am Main to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt to O'Hare Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Frankfurt am Main to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Friday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Friday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

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One-way flight deals

directAir Canada
9h 25mFRA-ORD
directThai Airways
9h 20mFRA-ORD
directLufthansa
9h 25mFRA-ORD
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD

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Frankfurt am Main - Chicago Flights

Departure:

Frankfurt am Main (FRA)Germany

Destination:

Chicago (ORD)United States

Return flight deals:

Chicago - Frankfurt am Main

Cabin classes:

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£437

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