Can I fly direct from Chicago to Paris?

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flights. Historically, approximately 9.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers is typically two. This data reflects observations over a 90-day period.

What's the flight time from Chicago to Paris?

The typical direct flight time from Chicago to Paris is 8 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 6670 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 12 hours and 30 minutes. These durations represent the average travel times observed for this route.

How often do cheap flights from Chicago to Paris come up?

Cheap flights from Chicago to Paris are considered frequent. This classification indicates that favorable prices for this route appear regularly. This assessment is based on historical trends observed over a 30-day window.

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Chicago to Paris: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Paris

A typical journey from Chicago to Paris takes about 8h 10m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this median duration accounts for the time spent on connecting flights. For connecting itineraries specifically, the median flight time is considerably longer, at 14h 25m, while direct flights from Chicago to Paris have a median duration of 8h 10m.

When looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Paris, you'll find that fares typically range from $841–$1292, with a median price of $1038. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly lower prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris, February stands out with a median fare of just $333. January also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $635. Following these, April presents another relatively inexpensive period, with a median fare of $697.

Most itineraries for flights from Chicago to Paris connect at least once, with only 9.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of travelers, this means planning for a journey that includes stopovers. When connecting, the typical number of connections is 2, which can significantly extend the overall travel time.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Paris

Regular price: $593 - $1,604

Prices for flights from Chicago to Paris are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Chicago to Paris typically range from $593 to $1604. The current lowest deal is $470 with Icelandair for travel from Dec 7-Dec 14.

now $470

Low $593

High $1,604

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Paris is February, with a median price of $326. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1305. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $326

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,305

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Paris

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$628

$503

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$594

$535

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$606

$539

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$614

$471

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$631

$536

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$614

$539

One-way

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

8 nights

Mar 24 - Apr 1

$1,023 → $708

31%

7 nights

Mar 24 - Mar 31

$1,016 → $708

30%

6 nights

Mar 24 - Mar 30

$1,015 → $708

30%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$746 → $473

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Paris

Chicago - Paris route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Chicago to Paris are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $333.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $333.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 10m.

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris typically take 8h 10m, while connecting flights average 14h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant, with 9.5% direct flights and a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Iberia Airlines has direct flights available for this route from Chicago to Paris.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Chicago to Paris are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Fly from O'Hare International for a range of options on flights from Chicago to Paris.

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

💸 Flights from ~$563

Paris main airports to arrive at

Paris Orly (ORY)

Cheapest

Paris Orly is a convenient option for flights from Chicago to Paris, offering a balance of price and proximity.

📍 ~15 km from Paris city center (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$563

Airports nearby Paris used as alternative

Brussels (BRU)

Cheapest

Paris, France

93% AI deal score

$2,334

$1,421

Save $913

TAP Portugal

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 07

Paris, France

92% AI deal score

$3,442

$2,343

Save $1,099

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Mar 02

Paris, France

92% AI deal score

$3,801

$2,478

Save $1,323

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Oct 21

Paris, France

92% AI deal score

$2,490

$1,728

Save $762

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Oct 05

Paris, France

92% AI deal score

$2,499

$1,736

Save $763

Scandinavian Airlines

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Nov 08

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$2,988

$2,254

Save $734

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 01

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$3,297

$2,343

Save $954

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 01

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$3,295

$2,343

Save $952

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 01

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$3,288

$2,343

Save $945

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 02

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$3,310

$2,343

Save $967

Icelandair

Business Class

From ORD

Elite

Dec 02

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$3,315

$2,343

Save $972

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Paris

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Chicago to Paris are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $780. Booking 0-6 days out typically sees prices around $1125. For travelers planning further ahead, prices average around $1005 when booking 14-27 days out, and $1199 for 28-59 days out. Prices for bookings made 60+ days in advance average $1099.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Paris is considered to be $841 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $1038. Prices at the 75th percentile reached $1292. These figures are based on observations over a 90-day window.

Historically, February has offered the cheapest flights from Chicago to Paris, with a median price of $333. January also shows lower prices, with a median of $635. April has a median price of $697. The annual median price for this route is $1038, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Chicago to Paris: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Paris

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Paris

Regular price: $593 - $1,604

Prices for flights from Chicago to Paris are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Chicago to Paris typically range from $593 to $1604. The current lowest deal is $470 with Icelandair for travel from Dec 7-Dec 14.

now $470

Low $593

High $1,604

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris

February

Cheapest

Flights from $326

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,305

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris

Iberia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Paris

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$628

$503

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$594

$535

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$606

$539

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$614

$471

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$631

$536

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Paris

Chicago (ORD) - Paris (CDG)

Icelandair

$614

$539

One-way

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

8 nights

Mar 24 - Apr 1

$1,023 → $708

31%

7 nights

Mar 24 - Mar 31

$1,016 → $708

30%

6 nights

Mar 24 - Mar 30

$1,015 → $708

30%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$746 → $473

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Paris

Chicago - Paris route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Chicago to Paris are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $333.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $333.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 10m.

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris typically take 8h 10m, while connecting flights average 14h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant, with 9.5% direct flights and a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Iberia Airlines has direct flights available for this route from Chicago to Paris.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Chicago to Paris are frequent, appearing often within a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Fly from O'Hare International for a range of options on flights from Chicago to Paris.

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

💸 Flights from ~$563

Paris main airports to arrive at

Paris Orly (ORY)

Cheapest

Paris Orly is a convenient option for flights from Chicago to Paris, offering a balance of price and proximity.

📍 ~15 km from Paris city center (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$563

Airports nearby Paris used as alternative

Brussels (BRU)

Cheapest

Brussels Airport is a major international hub with extensive networks, offering a reliable alternative for Paris.

Paris, France

91% AI deal score

$3,315

$2,343

Save $972

Icelandair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Paris

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Paris

Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Paris

Chicago to Paris: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Paris

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Paris

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Paris

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Paris

Chicago - Paris route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

February is historically cheapest at $333.

Direct flights average 8h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Paris main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Paris used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Paris

Best Elite deals to Paris

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Paris

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Paris?

What is a good price for a flight from Chicago to Paris?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Chicago to Paris?

Can I fly direct from Chicago to Paris?

What's the flight time from Chicago to Paris?

How often do cheap flights from Chicago to Paris come up?

Related routes

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Flights to Paris from other cities

Chicago to Paris: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Paris

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Paris

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Paris

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

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Paris

Chicago - Paris route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

February is historically cheapest at $333.

Direct flights average 8h 10m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Iberia Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Paris main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Paris used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Paris

Best Elite deals to Paris

Mar 02

Nov 01

Dec 07

Mar 02

Oct 21

Oct 05

Nov 08

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 02

Dec 02

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Paris

When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Paris?

What is a good price for a flight from Chicago to Paris?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Chicago to Paris?