Can I fly direct from Chicago to Tel Aviv?

Direct flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv are not common. Historically, only 2% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on trends observed over a 90-day period.

How many hours is the flight from Chicago to Tel Aviv?

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Tel Aviv has a median duration of 11 hours and 25 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases to 16 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 9924 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent deals, based on observations over a 30-day period. Travelers can typically find competitive prices for this destination with regularity.

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Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Tel Aviv

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chicago to Tel Aviv

2026-09-05 – 2026-09-29
CHI - Tel Aviv
89% AI deal score
$963
$769
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-12
CHI - Tel Aviv
82% AI deal score
$911
$774
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-22
CHI - Tel Aviv
89% AI deal score
$999
$779
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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-07
CHI - Tel Aviv
90% AI deal score
$1,063
$791
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2026-09-15 – 2026-09-30
CHI - Tel Aviv
88% AI deal score
$1,001
$795
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2026-10-10 – 2026-10-24
CHI - Tel Aviv
89% AI deal score
$994
$795
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2026-12-04 – 2026-12-13
CHI - Tel Aviv
91% AI deal score
$1,211
$795
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2026-11-04 – 2026-11-15
CHI - Tel Aviv
82% AI deal score
$922
$796
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2027-01-15 – 2027-01-24
CHI - Tel Aviv
90% AI deal score
$1,039
$796
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2027-01-15 – 2027-01-22
CHI - Tel Aviv
90% AI deal score
$1,065
$796
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Chicago to Tel Aviv: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv

The journey from Chicago to Tel Aviv covers a substantial distance of 9924 km, classifying it as a long-haul route. Right now, fares to Tel Aviv from Chicago typically range from $809–$1546, with a median price of $1068. Current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 28% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. If you are looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv, new deals appear almost daily, making it helpful to monitor prices regularly.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Tel Aviv? The data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $755. Following closely are December, with a median fare of $767, and January, with a median fare of $771. Planning your trip during these months could result in more favorable pricing.

For flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 2% of recent fares being direct flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more connections on your journey.

A typical journey from Chicago to Tel Aviv takes about 30h 25m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this long-haul route, as most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Tel Aviv

Regular price: $996 - $2,042

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv is $996 to $2042. The current lowest deal is $791 with TAP Portugal for travel from Dec 4-Dec 13.

now $791

Low $996

High $2,042

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Tel Aviv

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tel Aviv is September, with a median price of $755. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1804. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $755

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,804

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Direct flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Tel Aviv

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Tel Aviv

Chicago (ORD) - Tel Aviv (TLV)

Etihad Airways

$1,099

$1,062

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Tel Aviv

Chicago (ORD) - Tel Aviv (TLV)

Alitalia

$1,110

$983

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Tel Aviv

Chicago (ORD) - Tel Aviv (TLV)

Etihad Airways

$1,075

$1,092

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Tel Aviv

Chicago (ORD) - Tel Aviv (TLV)

Alitalia

$1,082

$1,025

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Tel Aviv

Chicago (ORD) - Tel Aviv (TLV)

Etihad Airways

$1,212

$1,048

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Tel Aviv

Chicago (ORD) - Tel Aviv (TLV)

Alitalia

$1,128

$1,073

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv

9 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 13

$1,189 → $791

33%

14 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 16

$1,164 → $795

32%

7 nights

Jan 24 - Jan 31

$1,096 → $795

27%

5 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 8

$1,207 → $906

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Tel Aviv

Chicago - Tel Aviv route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Chicago to Tel Aviv are below the typical level, with 28% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices.

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $755.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 30h 25m with connections.

The median flight duration from Chicago to Tel Aviv is 30h 25m, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 2% of recent flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv appear frequently.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Fly from O'Hare International for the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv.

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

💸 Flights from ~$768

Tel Aviv main airports to arrive at

Ben Gurion (TLV)

Cheapest

Ben Gurion Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv.

📍 ~15 km from Tel Aviv city center (reachable by car, bus, train).

💸 Flights from ~$768

Airports nearby Tel Aviv used as alternative

Queen Alia International (AMM)

Queen Alia International (AMM) is a major international hub and the closest alternative, despite requiring a land border crossing.

📍 ~115 km from Tel Aviv (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$825

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tel Aviv

82% AI deal score

$5,035

$4,340

Save $695

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tel Aviv

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv is typically within the 14-27 days window before departure. Prices within this period average around $1194. Booking within 7-13 days of departure shows a comparable average price of $1196. However, waiting until 28-59 days out sees prices rise to an average of $1530, and booking 60+ days in advance also results in higher prices, averaging $1428.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Chicago to Tel Aviv is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $809. The median price for this route historically stands at $1068. Prices exceeding $1546 are typically in the higher range for this route. These thresholds are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, September has been one of the most affordable months to fly from Chicago to Tel Aviv, with a median price of $755. December and January also offer competitive prices, with median fares around $767 and $771 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $1068, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Chicago to Tel Aviv: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Tel Aviv

Regular price: $996 - $2,042

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv is $996 to $2042. The current lowest deal is $791 with TAP Portugal for travel from Dec 4-Dec 13.

now $791

Low $996

High $2,042

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Tel Aviv

September

Cheapest

Flights from $755

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,804

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec