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Cheapest return flight
£529
Typical prices: £393-£566
Icelandair
Sun 30/9Thu 18/10
LGW - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£346
Typical prices: £366-£507
SWISS
Fri 2/11
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 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 stopover airports
Miami (MIA)
Cheapest • Avg £378 (return)
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 return flight deals from Gatwick to Chicago

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct
Icelandair Logo
15:40 - 18:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
22:25 - 14:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 15m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£529Icelandair
Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
16:00 - 15:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 30m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
19:00 - 20:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
43h 35m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Porto
£529TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, 27 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
16:35 - 15:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 55m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
20:10 - 20:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 25m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Porto
£529TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:40 - 19:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
16h 35m1 stop Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 08:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
10h 30m1 stop Dublin
£529Multiple Airlines
Wed, 7 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:45 - 19:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 30m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 18:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
21h 10m2 stops Dublin Barcelona-El Prat
£531Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
21:35 - 15:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
47h 55m2 stops Porto Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
20:10 - 15:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£532TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
21:35 - 15:30LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
47h 55m2 stops Porto Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
20:10 - 15:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£533TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:35 - 14:25LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 50m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Amsterdam Schiphol
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 23:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Barcelona-El Prat
£533Multiple Airlines
Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 14:00LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 35m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Dublin
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:45 - 13:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
15h 55m2 stops Dublin Barcelona-El Prat
£533Multiple Airlines
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Icelandair Logo
15:40 - 18:15LGW  London Gatwick-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
Icelandair Logo
19:30 - 13:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-LGW London Gatwick
13h 10m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£539Icelandair
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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 return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at £529. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £393 to £566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £529 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 and 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 £355 return.
  • August (£599) and July (£592) 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

£346
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Gatwick to Chicago

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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).

  • 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

  • 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 £463 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £504, a difference of £42. 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 Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and United Center. 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 £483. 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 direct 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 £350, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 41m, compared to 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.

  • 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 £13 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?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from £393 to £566, with an average of £483 over the past 12 months. Anything below £393 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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £463 – about £42 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 £355 return in that month – typically £244 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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