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Cheapest return fare
£477
Typical prices: £512-£674
Icelandair
Wed 7/10Wed 14/10
MAN - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£305
Typical prices: £488-£598
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/8
MAN - ORD • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from £477 (return)
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Chicago. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £462 (return)
Shortest trip • 10h 40m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 65% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Chicago (MAN-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Manchester to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Chicago

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Icelandair Logo
13:05 - 21:25
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ORD
14h 20m
1 stop
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19:25 - 11:40
ORD
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MAN
10h 15m
1 stop
£477Icelandair
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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08:00 - 18:20
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ORD
15h 20m
2 stops
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18:30 - 10:45
ORD
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MAN
10h 15m
1 stop
£488Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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06:00 - 16:57
MAN
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ORD
16h 57m
2 stops
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19:25 - 22:20
ORD
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MAN
20h 55m
2 stops
£492Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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07:30 - 19:52
MAN
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ORD
18h 22m
2 stops
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19:25 - 22:20
ORD
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MAN
20h 55m
2 stops
£494Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
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07:30 - 19:52
MAN
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ORD
18h 22m
2 stops
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19:25 - 22:00
ORD
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MAN
20h 35m
2 stops
£498Multiple Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 20:05
MAN
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ORD
18h 35m
3 stops
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19:25 - 22:20
ORD
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MAN
20h 55m
2 stops
£498Multiple Airlines
Thu, 20 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
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13:00 - 22:36
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MDW
15h 36m
1 stop
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12:46 - 08:50
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MAN
14h 04m
1 stop
£515Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 11 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug
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13:00 - 22:36
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MDW
15h 36m
1 stop
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09:24 - 08:50
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MAN
17h 26m
2 stops
£565Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 17 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
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13:00 - 22:36
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MDW
15h 36m
1 stop
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12:46 - 07:15
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MAN
12h 29m
1 stop
£585Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 24 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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05:55 - 18:33
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MDW
18h 38m
2 stops
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09:24 - 08:50
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17h 26m
2 stops
£591Virgin Atlantic
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Manchester to Chicago flights

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

How much is a return flight from Manchester to Chicago?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Manchester to Chicago departing in October.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Chicago, 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 Manchester to Chicago is May, where tickets cost £36 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £371 and £355 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manchester to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Manchester to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Manchester to Chicago, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Manchester to Chicago

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£305
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (32% more expensive on average)
Flight from Manchester to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Manchester to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Manchester to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 flights from Manchester to Chicago

  • How to get from Chicago airports to the city centre?

    From Chicago O’Hare Airport, you can get to the city on the Blue Line train, which runs 24h a day. This takes about 45min and costs about $5 (£3.60). From Chicago Midway Airport, you can also get the train via the Orange Line, which takes approximately 25min and costs about $2.50 (£1.80). You can also get taxis from the front of both terminal buildings, costing about $40 (£29) from O’Hare Airport and taking about 25min, or approximately $35 (£25) and around 20min from Midway Airport.

  • Are there direct flights from Manchester to Chicago?

    Unfortunately, there are currently no direct flights between the two cities, but there are plenty of options that require only one change. You can get indirect flights with one change to both Chicago O’Hare Airport and Chicago Midway Airport, meaning you can choose where you prefer to land. However, there are far more flight options to Chicago O’Hare Airport, and these also tend to be cheaper, so this airport will probably be a better option for most.

  • Is there a fast track at Manchester Airport?

    Yes, from only £4 per person, you can pre-book your security Fast Track service so that you don’t have to waste time once you arrive at Manchester Airport. Make sure you book your time-slot at least 1h in advance of arriving at the airport to enjoy a seamless journey through the security checks. There are a limited number of these available per hour, so it’s best to book as early as you can.

  • Can I stay at a hotel the night before my flight?

    Yes, should you want to stay the night before your flight, whether it’s because the flight leaves early or just because you don’t want to be in a rush, there are plenty of options available. You can stay in a hotel, such as the Airport Inn or Crowne Plaza, which are both only a short walk from the terminal building and offer accommodation for all budgets.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Manchester to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Chicago was £305 for a one-way ticket and £477 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Manchester to Chicago?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Manchester to Chicago?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Manchester and Chicago, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Chicago from Manchester?

    Dublin is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from Manchester to Chicago.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Manchester to Chicago, KLM or Virgin Atlantic?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Chicago are KLM and Virgin Atlantic. With an average price for the route of £729 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Virgin Atlantic is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £662 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Manchester 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 Manchester to Chicago.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Manchester 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 Manchester with another airline.

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

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Manchester to Chicago

  • Manchester Airport (MAN) is easy to access from the city centre. You can get a direct train there from Manchester Piccadilly train station in about 20min, or you can also access it by car via the A555.
  • When at Manchester Airport, you can change your currency at several exchange bureaus. With Travelex, International Currency Exchange and Post Office Travel Money all having offices in the terminal building, you’ll find it easy to change your money to dollars before take-off.
  • Chicago O’Hare Airport (ORD) is located in the north of the city, which makes it good for if you are travelling onwards towards places such as Kenosha, which is about a 1h drive away. Conversely, Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is located in the south of the city, so if you’re travelling to Kankakee, which is also about an hour’s drive away, it is a good option.
  • At Manchester Airport, you can take it easy before your flight and enjoy a lounge, such as Escape Lounge, which costs about £20 per person. At the lounge, you can enjoy the benefits of a peaceful location along with complimentary food and drink and free Wi-Fi.
  • Should you need wheelchair assistance at Manchester Airport, you can pre-book at least 48h before you travel. On the day of your flight, if you go to the Special Assistance reception desk in the check-in hall, you will be provided with assistance for the rest of your journey.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Manchester to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Manchester to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.5
Virgin AtlanticOverall score based on 690 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.7Boarding
8.1Crew
7.5Entertainment
6.9Food
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Lounge was top notch h with great variety of food and drinks. Cabin crew were great. Smooth flight.

10.0 ExcellentLye Sim, Jun 2026
LHR - JFK
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Lounge was top notch h with great variety of food and drinks. Cabin crew were great. Smooth flight.

My seat 3G did not go down fully and the buttons were not working properly

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Security area in terminal 3 needs to be made much nicer. Less claustrophobic and use of glass and big ceilings wouldhelp

accomodating check in staff, friendly flight crew ( a crew member was speaking tactlessly and was overfamiliar with passengers

Seats need to be updated. Allowance needs to be made for dinner service at an alternative time

The crew should demonstrate flexibility by moving a screaming infant to its own seat with 1 parent

If I could fly Virgin Atlantic airlines to every place, I need to go, I would. Leaving Heathrow through the special virgin air entrance, security is completely white glove service. I love this airline. From ticketing agents to flight staff everyone tries to make it a wonderful & happy flight experience. I wish other airlines copied the positive culture of Virgin Airlines.

The crew on both flights were courteous and professional. The flights were smooth and on time. Great experience overall. There could have been at least a drink on the flight's JFK - JAX leg.

My daughter always gets sick when we order the gluten free meal option. Internet didn’t work as advertised.

The flight was very cold, and the seats were rather uncomfortable. The food has been better on our other SAS experiences. Most significantly, the luggage with most of my wife's personal items and clothes didn't make the flight. Hoping for a quick resolution, but no real opportunity to speak with a Human has us concerned.

It was so hot on the plane. No air jets above the seats

Online check in of SAS is very poor. Even the kiosks at London had system problems. Either it would print boarding tickets or luggage tags. Many other customers had problems . SAS staff was good and helped.

Please see my comments for the flight from Chicago to Copenhagen

We were sitting in SAS plus. Super friendly, service that went above and beyond on a Full Flight too! Meals were deliscious and trays were cleared promptly. Generous drinks offered throughout the flight. Would like to suggest better movies on offer to watch.... In all genres and maybe more cooking shows? There was only 1, Nadia's Everyday Baking... Thank you

When we arrived in Bergen and opened our suitcases, we were shocked! We checked 2 of 3 suitcases and the contents of these 2 suitcases was completely wet!!! It was raining in Oslo and Bergen, but not a hard rain. It seems that someone had gone through our suitcases. There was even sand in the suitcase such that everything had to be laundered when we got to Bergen! We had plastic bags in our suitcases and they had been opened and the interiors of the bags were wet!!! Our valuables were all in our carry-on so nothing was actually stolen. What happened here was unacceptable! There is someone working for Scandinavian Airlines who is not honest and really messed things up for us. Not so sure I would fly SAS again… Marna Skaar

This was my first time flying SAS and used them for 4 flights. The crews, flight and communication was outstanding. I flew premium economy and was extremely impressed by their SAS lounges. I will 100% ise SAS again. Everyone was so pleasant!

Flight was delayed slightly but was very smooth. It was a short flight but comfortable.

little entertainment choices. Seat/bed too firm an no sleeping mat

Aer Lingus App never showed the gate and the board did not update until very close to the time the gate was due to close. Both planes departed late but no announcement was made which would have saved a run for the gate.

I was pleasantly surprised and enjoyed the services of the airline since flying is not my favorite thing. My goal was to be with my brother's family in Manchester after his death. All staff was helpful, the food appreciated since I selected an overnight flight. Every aspect of the experience was comforting. I plan to return to Manchester in order to attend my brother's funeral in October and hope that I am able to find a reasonable priced flight. Thank you

Poor check-in experience in Manchester. Delayed boarding and check-in agent never explained how to transfer in NYC to JetBlue.

The seat pitch was a little tight for me, but I survived. There was a volatile, enraged passenger a couple of rows ahead of me and the cabin crew defused and resolved the situation calmly, quickly, and successfully.

I would definitely use a Linus again, the price was right, the service is excellent. No delays. Wish I had a direct flight from my hometown Detroit.

I believe it was short flight in plane I understand not that much compared to other airlines but weighting for checkin was too long need extra person for checkin or Atleast someone to let the customer knows don’t worry someone will be here shortly.

Very polite and helpful staff. Jet blue…ok, but not as helpful!..

Flight was cancelled. There were no Aer Lingus reps to help. I had to rebook my flight and find a hotel. Still had nothing from the airline.

Very sad, couldn't stop crying. Was an hour delay in Ireland and when we got to Canada the flight was boarded and couldn't get on. Was the last flight of the day. Now in a hotel waiting on a stand by.I have to got o work, so I'll go first available while my son stays in the hotel til one's available

There were a lot of empty rows. As a single passenger I should not have been seated with 2 others. The WiFi didn’t work. The Kosher meal was awful.

We paid for saga class, which is the business class for international. My seat was broken and did not recline and my monitor for in-flight entertainment was broken.

At least one soda free, felt like I was nickeled to death.

If there was a disclaimer regarding food service or lack thereof, l missed it. If l had known l would have prepared better. Same with transferring at Reykjavik. No information about disembarking via stairs into rain, slush and puddles deep enough to swallow a foot. After being treated to haute cuisine restaurants and warm inviting environment during the flight, the airport is, let’s be kind, disappointing. Plane was comfortable, Airbus, staff were welcoming enough. I would likely try the route again. Maybe have a night and day in Iceland. Maybe not.

Comfort of seats is not good. Like sitting on a rock for 6 hours. Also no in flight food and limited beverages unless you pay is not nice. Need flight to be dark during the “night” but attendants don’t ask for shades to be lowered..

For an economy lite experience, it's by far the best I've had. New planes, clean, great destinations. Very happy to have discovered Iceland Air.

Smooth efficient airline. Think they should have their own bag drop as the queue took 30mins to bmscan and drop

Good. Lacking overhead bin space. No food offered but you can order online or in flight and pay for snacks.

did internet check in but still had to get checked in at the counter and this was not the first time. Bummer!

We had to be bussed to the plane. And it was raining. Not a pleasant experience.

Paying $75 for my bag is disgusting. Got off ground late so I missed my connections. Kept us waiting for passengers in the cold. Will not use them again.

I will never want to book with these people. They are arrogant and rude. Food was really really bad, crew was even worst

Check-in experience, for business call please provide a premium experience

Everything. Employees offered to help me because I had to use a cane.

Unfortunately, my flight was cancelled because of some sort of emergency over the Atlantic and had to return to London. While I think British Airways made every effort to mitigate the situation, I must say it was still pretty unpleasant. I do appreciate the fact, however, that British Airways put my safety first…and I think the effort to correct a bad situation was very sincere. But I think the process might be handled better in future.

The seat pads are past there sell by date now and are uncomfotable. Also, with screens in the back of the seat, the seats shouldnt be able to recline as this puts rhe screen in your face.

As I have said it sucked, the ticket counter to have to find and pay for another airline to get home. Now I understand this happened over the weekend but they should have someone there to talk to us instead of throwing the regular crew under the bus.

Not so good with their baggage handling as they damaged one of my check in luggage

This flight from London to Chicago was actually on an AA airline. I did book through BA but the flight was AA. Great flight, hectic in Chicago, I wouldn't choose to fly through Chicago again, but that's not the airlines fault. The flight itself was great.

Seats were way too small. I got claustrophobic waiting for trash from meal to be taken away. I couldn't move to even close my tray until trash was taken.

The whole experience was very disappointing. Drinks could have been served and offered more frequently. The seats were reasonable but considering I paid for premium economy, I felt cheated. I flew premium economy with Japanese Airlines ANA 5 years ago and their service was by far, superior. We had access to the club lounge, better seats and excellent service. Out of 10, I would rate the experience as 4. Everything felt cheap and the Airbus aircraft are far better and more comfortable

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