Can I fly direct from Vienna to Chicago?

Direct flights from Vienna to Chicago are not common. Historically, only 2.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has typically been one. This indicates that most journeys between these two cities will involve at least one layover.

How long is the flight from Vienna to Chicago?

The typical direct flight from Vienna to Chicago covers a distance of 7574 kilometers and has a median duration of 9 hours and 50 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 14 hours and 35 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with direct routes when available.

Is it cheaper to fly direct or with a layover from Vienna to Chicago?

Historically, it has been cheaper to fly with a layover from Vienna to Chicago. Connecting flights had a median price of $798 across the trailing quarter, while direct flights had a median price of $996. This represents a premium of 25% for direct flights. Direct flights also constituted a smaller share of the available options, accounting for 5.5% of all observed flights.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Vienna to Chicago

2026-10-07 – 2026-10-21
VIE - Chicago
85% AI deal score
632 €
516 €
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2026-09-09 – 2026-09-23
VIE - Chicago
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VIE - Chicago
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VIE - Chicago
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2026-10-10 – 2026-10-18
VIE - Chicago
78% AI deal score
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2026-12-02 – 2026-12-13
VIE - Chicago
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2026-09-16 – 2026-09-23
VIE - Chicago
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Vienna to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Chicago

Right now, fares for flights from Vienna to Chicago typically range from $1081–$1651, with a median of $1371. Current fares are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, suggesting opportunities for savings if you monitor prices.

When considering cheap flights from Vienna to Chicago, the most economical times to fly are typically November and February, both with a median fare of $440. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $441. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Vienna to Chicago takes approximately 20h 50m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. This indicates that while direct flights from Vienna to Chicago are rare, single-connection routes are common.

The route from Vienna to Chicago covers a distance of 7574 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance means that most travelers will experience extended travel times due to the need for connections, given the low share of direct flights.

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Chicago

Regular price: €553 - €1,095

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Vienna to Chicago is 553 EUR to 1095 EUR. The current lowest deal is 535 EUR with Ryanair for travel from Oct 7-Oct 21.

now 535 €

Low 553 €

High 1,095 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Chicago is February, with a median price of $440. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1489. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 440 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,489 €

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Direct flights from Vienna to Chicago

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Vienna to Chicago

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Chicago

Vienna (VIE) - Chicago (ORD)

Lufthansa

857 €

679 €

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Chicago

Vienna (VIE) - Chicago (ORD)

Lufthansa

758 €

638 €

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Chicago

Vienna (VIE) - Chicago (ORD)

Austrian Airlines

755 €

635 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Chicago

Vienna (VIE) - Chicago (ORD)

Austrian Airlines

820 €

640 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Chicago

Vienna (VIE) - Chicago (ORD)

Lufthansa

819 €

635 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

VIE - Chicago

Vienna (VIE) - Chicago (ORD)

United Airlines

812 €

651 €

One-way

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

13 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 30

933 € → 610 €

35%

15 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 29

940 € → 628 €

33%

10 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 27

917 € → 610 €

34%

20 nights

Dec 21 - Jan 10

938 € → 648 €

31%

Popular Airports to fly from Vienna to Chicago

Vienna - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Vienna to Chicago are below the typical level, with deals around $535.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November, February, or September for the best prices

Historically, November, February, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 20h 50m with one stopover

The typical flight duration for connecting flights on this route is 20h 50m with one stopover.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Only 2.2% of recent flights from Vienna to Chicago are direct, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers a recent deal at €535

A recent deal from Ryanair to Chicago was found for €535 via Skyscanner for October 7-21.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Vienna to Chicago appear regularly, so monitor prices.

Vienna main airports to depart from

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Cheapest

Vienna International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Chicago.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$636

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub for flights to Chicago, offering many connections.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, and bus).

💸 Flights from ~$636

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers excellent proximity to Chicago with high-frequency flight options.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$940

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, booking your flight 60 or more days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for flights from Vienna to Chicago. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for tickets booked within this window was around $793. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to approximately $1206. For those booking 14-27 days out, the average price was $811, indicating that planning ahead can lead to significant savings.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Vienna to Chicago is considered to be $1081 or less. Prices at or below this threshold are among the lowest 25% observed. The median price for this route was $1371, while prices around $1651 represent the higher end of the spectrum, falling within the most expensive 25% of fares.

Historically, November and February have been the cheapest months to fly from Vienna to Chicago, both with a median price of $440. September also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $441. These months are significantly more affordable compared to the annual median price of $1371 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

Vienna to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Vienna to Chicago

How much is a round trip from Vienna to Chicago

Regular price: €553 - €1,095

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Vienna to Chicago is 553 EUR to 1095 EUR. The current lowest deal is 535 EUR with Ryanair for travel from Oct 7-Oct 21.

now 535 €

Low 553 €

High 1,095 €

The cheapest time to fly from Vienna to Chicago

February

Cheapest

Flights from 440 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,489 €

Jan

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