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Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Frankfurt

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chicago to Frankfurt

September 2 - September 8

Cheapest

ORD - Frankfurt

$808

$635

Round trip

September 1 - September 11

Earliest

ORD - Frankfurt

$783

$641

Round trip

September 1 - September 8

Earliest

ORD - Frankfurt

$808

$645

Round trip

September 1 - September 10

Earliest

ORD - Frankfurt

$787

$650

Round trip

December 10 - December 24

Best

ORD - Frankfurt

$991

$660

Round trip

October 19 - October 31

ORD - Frankfurt

$900

$665

Round trip

September 1 - September 9

Earliest

ORD - Frankfurt

$787

$673

Round trip

October 17 - October 31

ORD - Frankfurt

$907

$673

Round trip

November 13 - November 27

ORD - Frankfurt

$720

$673

Round trip

September 2 - September 9

ORD - Frankfurt

$808

$674

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt

Right now, only 7% of recent fares for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $723–$1327, with a median of $1013. Currently, prices are above the typical level. New deals appear almost daily for this long-haul route.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt? The most affordable month to fly is typically March, with a median fare of $533. Other budget-friendly options include January, with median fares around $659, and February, where the median fare is $690. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.
A typical journey from Chicago to Frankfurt takes about 23h 37m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 6971 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 7.3% of recent fares are for direct flights from Chicago to Frankfurt.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Frankfurt

Regular price: $691 - $1,085

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt is $691 to $1085. The current lowest deal is $635 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Sep 2-Sep 8.

now $635

Low $691

High $1,085

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt

Flights from Chicago to Frankfurt are cheapest in March, with a median price of $533. The most expensive month to fly is December, with a median price of $1354. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $533

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,354

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Direct flights from Chicago to Frankfurt

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United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Frankfurt

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Frankfurt

Allegiant Air

Chicago (RFD) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Allegiant Air

$998

$799

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Frankfurt

Allegiant Air

Chicago (RFD) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Allegiant Air

$1,039

$873

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Frankfurt

Allegiant Air

Chicago (RFD) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Allegiant Air

$972

$833

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Frankfurt

Porter Airlines

Chicago (MDW) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Porter Airlines

$1,022

$843

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Frankfurt

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (MDW) - Frankfurt (HHN)

Frontier Airlines

$961

$767

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Frankfurt

JetBlue Airways

Chicago (ORD) - Frankfurt (FRA)

JetBlue Airways

$848

$719

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt

14 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 24

$991  →  $660

33%

7 nights

Aug 19 - Aug 26

$1,012  →  $686

32%

14 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 23

$991  →  $708

29%

14 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 26

$997  →  $715

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt

Chicago - Frankfurt route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Chicago to Frankfurt are above the typical level, with deals around $1013.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the cheapest prices.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $533.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights take 23h 37m on average.

The typical flight duration from Chicago to Frankfurt is 23h 37m, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 7.3% of recent deals are for direct flights; most include 2 or more stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Chicago to Frankfurt in the past.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, about once per day.

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, around 1.03 times per day.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International is a good option for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt, offering the cheapest prices.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$635

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International provides another departure choice for your trip to Frankfurt from Chicago.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$686

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Consider Chicago Rockford International for flights from the broader Chicago area to Frankfurt.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$810

Frankfurt main airports to arrive at

Frankfurt International Airport (FRA)

Cheapest

Frankfurt International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt.

📍 ~15 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$635

Frankfurt–Hahn (HHN)

Frankfurt–Hahn offers an alternative arrival point for travelers flying from Chicago to Frankfurt.

📍 ~100 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$676

Airports nearby Frankfurt used as alternative

Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

Cologne Bonn Airport is an excellent alternative due to its high-speed rail connection to Frankfurt.

📍 ~135 km from Frankfurt (reachable by high-speed rail and car)

💸 Flights from ~$730

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart offers significant European connectivity and strong rail and road links to the Frankfurt region.

📍 ~150 km from Frankfurt (reachable by rail and road)

💸 Flights from ~$681

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)

Cheapest

Düsseldorf International Airport is a large international hub with extensive global reach and direct train connections.

📍 ~180 km from Frankfurt (reachable by train and car)

💸 Flights from ~$666

Nuremberg (NUE)

Nuremberg is an efficient regional airport with good European connections, easily accessible by motorway or rail.

📍 ~190 km from Frankfurt (reachable by rail and car)

💸 Flights from ~$691

Luxembourg (LUX)

Luxembourg is an international hub with high-quality service, good for business travelers heading west.

📍 ~190 km from Frankfurt (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$694

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Frankfurt

Historically, the best time to book flights from Chicago to Frankfurt is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price for flights was $828. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $935, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $1221. Planning your trip within the optimal 14-27 day period can lead to more favorable pricing.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $723. The median price for this route during the same period was $1013. Prices above $1327 typically indicate a more expensive fare. By comparing offers to the $723 threshold, travelers can identify more favorable pricing.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt include March, January, and February. March typically has the lowest median price at $533, followed by January at $659, and February at $690. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $1013 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider these months.