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Cheapest return flight
£518
Typical prices: £443-£589
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Mon 12/11Sun 18/11
LGW - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£405
Typical prices: £362-£502
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Thu 27/12
LGW - ORD • 1 stop
Direct 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 travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)
Cheapest • Avg £528 (return)
Dublin (DUB)
Shortest trip • 11h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Chicago (LGW-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Chicago

Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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07:15 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 21:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
20h 45m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£518Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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07:00 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 20m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 16:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
16h 10m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£519Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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09:50 - 23:18LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 28m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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19:00 - 15:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
14h 05m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£520Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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21:35 - 15:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
47h 55m2 stops Porto Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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20:10 - 15:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£521TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
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10:40 - 15:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 50m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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20:10 - 15:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£521TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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20:55 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m3 stops Oslo Gardermoen Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 08:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
32h 05m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda Oslo Gardermoen
£521Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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08:50 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 30m2 stops Dublin Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 13:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
12h 30m2 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Dublin
£522Multiple Airlines
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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11:25 - 16:45LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 20m2 stops Dublin Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:10 - 21:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 50m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Dublin
£522Multiple Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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11:55 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£584Icelandair
Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 23 Dec
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11:55 - 17:20LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£584Icelandair
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

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 £342 return.
•August (£687) and July (£596) 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 flights 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 51% 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

£405
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 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 much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from £443 to £589, with an average of £512 over the past 12 months. Anything below £443 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the £512 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £414.

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

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • 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).

  • 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) – 77% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dublin (DUB) – 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £484 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £572, a difference of £89.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 38m, compared to 12h 16m 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 5 hours behind London Gatwick Airport (Central Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and United Center. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average £484, about £89 less than Monday fares (16% 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 51% 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 £342 return in that month – typically £345 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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