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$416+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CHI
abr. 5 — abr. 121
sáb. 4/5
sáb. 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Chicago are usually found in April or January, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$586
(KLM)

One-way from

$416
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$792

Good round-trip deal

$674 or less

Good one-way deal

$603 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 31, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/125:05 pmIST - ORD
1 stop29h 05mKLM
sáb. 4/194:20 pmORD - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Deal found 3/30$586
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/132:00 pmIST - ORD
1 stop13h 55mLufthansa
mié. 5/283:10 pmORD - IST
1 stop22h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 3/30$601
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/17:55 pmIST - ORD
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/1910:25 pmORD - IST
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$602
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/188:15 amIST - ORD
1 stop15h 40mBritish Airways
lun. 7/78:35 pmORD - IST
1 stop19h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$604
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/132:00 pmIST - ORD
2 stops27h 42mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/288:40 amORD - IST
2 stops28h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$608
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1311:25 amIST - ORD
2 stops35h 45mLOT
vie. 9/264:55 pmORD - IST
1 stop33h 35mLOT
Deal found 3/31$610
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/218:25 pmIST - ORD
2 stops31h 51mAir Canada
mié. 8/2710:00 amORD - IST
2 stops19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$627
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/14:20 amIST - ORD
1 stop18h 40mDelta
mar. 4/82:10 pmORD - IST
2 stops29h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/31$647
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/94:20 amIST - MDW
2 stops21h 38mDelta
lun. 9/293:40 pmMDW - IST
2 stops27h 45mDelta
Deal found 3/31$650
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/106:30 amIST - ORD
Nonstop11h 10mTurkish Airlines
jue. 4/177:50 pmORD - IST
Nonstop10h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/30$652
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/294:20 amIST - MDW
2 stops20h 59mAir France
mar. 5/131:55 pmMDW - IST
2 stops29h 30mAir France
Deal found 3/31$661
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/174:20 amIST - MDW
2 stops21h 39mKLM
vie. 5/21:16 pmMDW - IST
2 stops19h 04mKLM
Deal found 3/30$680

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

sáb. 4/12

5:05 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 4/19

4:20 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$586

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

jue. 5/1

7:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop23h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 5/19

10:25 pm-12:30 am

1 stop18h 05m

$595

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

mar. 5/13

2:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/28

3:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$601

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

mar. 4/15

8:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/18

10:25 pm-12:25 am

1 stop18h 00m

$604

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

mar. 4/15

2:00 pm-7:35 am

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 5/8

10:30 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$608

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

sáb. 9/13

11:25 am-3:10 pm

2 stops35h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/26

4:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop33h 35m

$610

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

lun. 7/21

8:25 pm-8:16 pm

2 stops31h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/27

10:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$627

IstanbulChicago

IST - MDW

ISTMDW

Istanbul

mar. 9/9

4:20 am-5:58 pm

2 stops21h 38m

Chicago Midway

lun. 9/29

3:40 pm-3:25 am

2 stops27h 45m

$650

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

jue. 4/10

6:30 am-9:40 am

Nonstop11h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/17

7:50 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$652

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

mar. 4/29

5:05 pm-4:11 pm

2 stops31h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/6

5:05 pm-3:25 am

2 stops26h 20m

$653

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Chicago is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.

The most flights from IST to CHI are scheduled on a Sunday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated marzo 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and KLM from Istanbul to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,192 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $586, KLM will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Chicago and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $601 and $604, respectively. KLM is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Serbia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $417. Royal Jordanian flights start at $504 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $581 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: MIAT Mongolian (83%), Uzbekistan Airways (77%), Pakistan International Airlines( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,248, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $602. The most popular route (Istanbul - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $522.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Istanbul to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$452Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$497Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$513Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$573Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$588Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$614Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$702Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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