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$482+ Cheap flights from Cologne (CGN) to Chicago (CHI)

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CGN — CHI
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Average price

$896
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cologne to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:00 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 1/1910:00 pmORD - CGN
1 stop13h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/21$721
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/309:10 amCGN - ORD
1 stop12h 00mLufthansa
Sat 1/186:00 pmORD - CGN
1 stop11h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/21$766
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/309:10 amCGN - ORD
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/133:15 pmORD - CGN
2 stops14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$770
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 1/1411:55 amORD - CGN
1 stop22h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/21$934
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/279:10 amCGN - ORD
2 stops20h 03mAir Canada
Thu 1/162:05 pmORD - CGN
2 stops15h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,016
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:25 pmCGN - ORD
2 stops33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 1/198:25 pmORD - CGN
2 stops40h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 12/21$1,032
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/176:30 pmORD - CGN
2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:45 amCGN - ORD
1 stop16h 30mSWISS
Tue 1/147:05 pmORD - CGN
1 stop19h 10mSWISS
Deal found 12/21$1,416

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CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 2/1

12:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

10:00 pm-10:25 am

1 stop29h 25m

$482

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 5/3

10:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

5:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$496

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 5/3

10:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

4:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$536

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 3/28

6:45 am-9:01 am

2 stops32h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

2:05 pm-11:10 am

2 stops14h 05m

$596

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 3/28

9:10 am-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

5:50 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$707

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 1/18

9:10 am-6:43 pm

2 stops16h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

6:00 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$1,040

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 1/18

9:10 am-7:44 am

3 stops29h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/26

8:25 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops16h 00m

$1,140

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 1/18

6:15 pm-9:38 am

2 stops46h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

8:30 pm-10:45 am

1 stop31h 15m

$1,521

CologneChicago

CGN - ORD

CGNORD

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 3/25

6:45 am-1:55 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

2:20 pm-9:10 am

1 stop11h 50m

$3,414

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Deals found on 12/21

Compare providers for flights from Cologne to Chicago

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cologne to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Cologne-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cologne-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cologne-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cologne-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 Cologne-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Cologne to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Cologne to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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.

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 December 22, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, Air Canada and Lufthansa from Cologne to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,035 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,900 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.1
Good
1,882 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,605 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not very good and the options were poor. The seat wasn't very comfortable. I would not choose to fly on this airline again. Their website was also difficult to navigate.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cologne to Chicago?

    For a flight from Cologne to Chicago, you will be flying from Köln/Bonn. Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) is just 9.5 mi from the center of the city. Köln/Bonn is the only Cologne airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 1 airline has flights to Chicago from Cologne Köln/Bonn on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $496, British Airways will fly you from Cologne to Chicago and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $536 and $596, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cologne to Chicago for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cologne 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 Cologne to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cologne to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Cologne to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 airline flying from Cologne to Chicago

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Cologne 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$495Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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