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Cheapest return fare
£488
Typical prices: £450-£554
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Wed 9/9Sun 20/9
MAN - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£145
Typical prices: £393-£526
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/9
MAN - ORD • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Manchester and Chicago. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £451 (return)
Shortest trip • 11h 15m (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 22% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Manchester to Chicago (MAN-CHI)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Manchester to Chicago

Wed, 9 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
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13:50 - 19:15MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Dublin
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21:00 - 15:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
12h 40m1 stop Dublin
£488Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep
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07:55 - 19:15MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 20m1 stop Dublin
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15:45 - 13:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
15h 20m1 stop Dublin
£489Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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11:55 - 17:20MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 25m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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18:30 - 10:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 15m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£489Icelandair
Fri, 2 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct
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08:10 - 14:00MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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21:00 - 13:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 55m1 stop Dublin
£494Aer Lingus
Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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08:10 - 14:00MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 50m1 stop Dublin
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15:45 - 11:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
13h 15m1 stop Dublin
£498Aer Lingus
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Icelandair Logo
13:05 - 18:15MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 10m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
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19:25 - 11:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
10h 15m1 stop Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
£502Icelandair
Thu, 12 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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10:10 - 16:45MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 19:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
18h 25m2 stops Kastrup Copenhagen Stockholm Arlanda
£525Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, 4 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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10:10 - 16:45MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 35m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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19:15 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
17h 20m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
£526Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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06:00 - 15:20MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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20:50 - 09:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
30h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
£537United Airlines
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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11:30 - 17:43MAN  Manchester-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 13m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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19:48 - 09:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MAN Manchester
31h 12m2 stops Newark Toronto Pearson Intl
£714United Airlines
Booking Insights

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?

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Manchester usually cost between £551 and £771 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £488 on Multiple Airlines (9 Sept–20 Sept).

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

The cheapest month for flights from Manchester to Chicago is January, where tickets cost £511 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £780 and £777 respectively.

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

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 22% 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 season

January

Cheapest flight

£145
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower 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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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Manchester to Chicago was £145 for a one-way ticket and £488 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 Scandinavian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Manchester to Chicago are KLM and Scandinavian Airlines. With an average price for the route of £606 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Scandinavian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £465 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • 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.

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