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$460+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CHI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Chicago are usually found in February or March, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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February

Average price

$655

Round-trip from

$460
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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 November 21, 2024.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/285:10 amIST - ORD
2 stops20h 21mKLM
Wed 12/44:25 pmORD - IST
1 stop15h 30mKLM
Deal found 11/21$514
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:25 pmIST - ORD
1 stop28h 30mBritish Airways
Wed 1/810:00 pmORD - IST
1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/21$529
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/255:10 amIST - ORD
1 stop18h 55mAir France
Sun 12/15:20 pmORD - IST
1 stop25h 50mAir France
Deal found 11/21$550
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/246:30 pmIST - ORD
1 stop28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3111:45 amORD - IST
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/246:50 amIST - ORD
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/311:20 pmORD - IST
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$575
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 11/215:55 pmIST - ORD
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Mon 11/2510:15 amORD - IST
2 stops21h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/21$621
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 11/215:55 pmIST - MDW
2 stops47h 56mDelta
Mon 11/259:31 amMDW - IST
2 stops22h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/21$645
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:55 pmIST - ORD
1 stop27h 30mLufthansa
Mon 12/306:30 pmORD - IST
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 11/21$650
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:05 pmIST - ORD
1 stop34h 10mRoyal Jordanian
Thu 1/212:05 pmORD - IST
1 stop16h 00mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 11/21$706
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/48:30 amIST - ORD
2 stops39h 15mAir Canada
Sat 5/314:00 pmORD - IST
2 stops37h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 11/21$708
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/235:30 amIST - ORD
1 stop14h 20mAir Serbia
Sat 3/296:30 pmORD - IST
1 stop12h 25mAir Serbia
Deal found 11/21$723
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:35 amIST - ORD
Nonstop11h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/811:55 amORD - IST
Nonstop10h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/21$724

Find flights from Istanbul to Chicago within your budget

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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Fri 1/31

5:10 am-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

5:20 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 50m

$460

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Fri 2/7

5:10 am-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

4:18 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 37m

$481

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Fri 2/7

5:10 am-4:13 pm

2 stops20h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

4:18 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 37m

$486

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Mon 12/23

6:25 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/8

10:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

$529

IstanbulChicago

IST - MDW

ISTMDW

Istanbul

Sat 2/1

5:10 am-4:12 pm

2 stops20h 02m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/1

5:05 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$539

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

7:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

8:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop19h 55m

$545

IstanbulChicago

IST - MDW

ISTMDW

Istanbul

Wed 1/22

5:10 am-6:14 pm

2 stops22h 04m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/27

12:44 pm-4:10 am

2 stops30h 26m

$549

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Tue 12/24

6:50 am-11:25 pm

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/31

1:20 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$575

IstanbulChicago

IST - ORD

ISTORD

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

6:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop15h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

10:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$586

IstanbulChicago

IST - MDW

ISTMDW

Istanbul

Tue 1/14

5:10 am-10:20 pm

2 stops26h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/20

9:34 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$636

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Chicago

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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Chicago is 66 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 November 21, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 31% 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 November 18, 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from IST to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, American Airlines and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,755 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1,169 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,525 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 $460, Air France will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Chicago and back. In addition to Air France, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from KLM and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $486 and $529, respectively. Air France is currently priced 33% 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 $486. British Airways flights start at $569 while deals on KLM start at $570 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: Singapore Airlines (67%), RwandAir (61%), Uzbekistan Airways( 58%).

  • 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 $758, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $649. The most popular route (Istanbul - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $422.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Chicago

Discover the top 5 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$422Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$488Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$509Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$608Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$713Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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