$386 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Frankfurt (ORD-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $386 for one-way flights and $482 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$482 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$482
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 22 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $482 found 17 hours ago
TAP Portugal
Fri, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 21
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$522 Roundtrip, just found
$522
Roundtrip
just found
Select TAP Portugal flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $522 just found
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 9
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$562 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$562
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Feb 9, priced at $562 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Mar 24 - Thu, Mar 26
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$607 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$607
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Mar 26, priced at $607 found 10 hours ago
Aer Lingus
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 29
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$616 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$616
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Aer Lingus flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Apr 29, priced at $616 found 20 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Sat, Jan 31
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$679 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$679
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $679 found 1 day ago
LOT-Polish Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 8
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$717 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$717
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $717 found 16 hours ago
Icelandair
Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$739 Roundtrip, just found
$739
Roundtrip
just found
Select Icelandair flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $739 just found
KLM
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$813 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$813
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Nov 11, priced at $813 found 3 days ago
Air France
Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 11
ORD
Chicago
FRA
Frankfurt
$819 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$819
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, Nov 2 from Chicago to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Nov 11, priced at $819 found 3 days ago

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

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $458 - $908 per traveler.

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 $1,300
FRA
Frankfurt Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $1,300

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $386 or cheap return flight from $482 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
January is the least expensive month to fly from ORD to FRA. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding better fares.
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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
While prices can vary depending on when you travel, Lufthansa and United Airlines are go-to choices for flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest-priced ticket for your ORD to FRA flight.
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.

Travel information

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
$482
Distance
4330 mi
Average flight time
15 hours 18 mins

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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 January. 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 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $386 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.

 

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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.

 

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