$309 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Popular airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

Cheap Flights from Chicago to Frankfurt (ORD-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $309 for one-way flights and $492 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Tue, Sep 9
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$492 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$492
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $492 found 6 days ago
Iberia
Sat, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$494 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$494
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $494 found 6 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Nov 27 - Tue, Dec 9
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$569 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$569
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $569 found 7 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$615 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$615
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $615 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 27
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$615 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$615
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 25 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $615 found 1 hour ago
Aer Lingus
Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 13
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$643 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$643
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $643 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 13
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$705 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$705
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Oct 13, priced at $705 found 2 days ago
Icelandair
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$730 Roundtrip, just found
$730
Roundtrip
just found
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Sun, Mar 8, priced at $730 just found
United
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 19
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, just found
$743
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $743 just found
Air Canada
Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 25
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $743 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Frankfurt (FRA)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $488 - $1,059 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Frankfurt

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Frankfurt Intl. FRA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $763
FRA
Frankfurt Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $763
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$492
Distance
4330 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 26 mins

Chicago to Frankfurt Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Frankfurt are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Frankfurt with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Frankfurt: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Frankfurt

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Frankfurt in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $309 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Frankfurt flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Frankfurt airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Score cheap return flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) starting from $744. Book a seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving ORD on August 4 2025 and touching down at FRA. The price was last updated on July 13 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to FRA?
The cheapest flights from ORD to FRA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
When heading out of O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can take a direct flight to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to FRA?
Travel from ORD to FRA with Lufthansa. This airline currently offers the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting at $447. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on July 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 13 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
When flying out of O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
More travelers fly between ORD and FRA at 3 PM than at any other point in the day. Looking to skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to FRA?
Friday offers the most flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 3:15PM UTC-6, departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be flying for approximately 8h 20m, landing at Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) at approximately 6:35AM UTC+1.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Typically, it takes 8 hours and 25 minutes to fly the 4,300 mi from ORD to FRA.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Opt for a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Frankfurt from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Compare your flight options from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). This is the only Frankfurt airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ORD to FRA shortly before your journey is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to FRA flight and hotel package?
Opting for an ORD to FRA flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our wide range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your ORD to FRA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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