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$327+ Cheap flights from Southeast Europe 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — CHI
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Southeast Europe to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southeast Europe to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/241:50 pmATH - ORD
1 stop14h 10mLOT
Wed 12/319:55 pmORD - ATH
1 stop13h 10mLOT
Deal found 12/13$657
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Mon 12/151:10 pmATH - ORD
1 stop28h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/28:20 pmORD - ATH
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/12$680
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Sun 12/213:45 pmATH - ORD
1 stop26h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 2/158:20 pmORD - ATH
1 stop28h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/13$684
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Tue 12/236:35 pmSOF - ORD
1 stop33h 25mLOT
Mon 1/269:55 pmORD - SOF
1 stop11h 55mLOT
Deal found 12/14$695
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Tue 12/238:15 pmBEG - ORD
1 stop20h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 2/58:20 pmORD - BEG
1 stop16h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/13$699
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sun 12/212:50 pmOTP - ORD
1 stop13h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/147:00 amORD - OTP
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$701
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/241:55 pmBEG - ORD
1 stop13h 05mLOT
Sat 1/179:55 pmORD - BEG
1 stop32h 20mLOT
Deal found 12/13$706
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/234:30 amSKP - ORD
2 stops17h 50mLufthansa
Fri 1/166:25 pmORD - SKP
1 stop14h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 12/13$708
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/211:50 pmATH - ORD
1 stop14h 10mLOT
Sun 2/159:55 pmORD - ATH
2 stops54h 55mLOT
Deal found 12/13$708
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/246:50 amBEG - ORD
1 stop14h 10mAustrian Airlines
Sat 1/171:00 pmORD - BEG
2 stops14h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/13$708
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Fri 12/266:05 amATH - ORD
1 stop15h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:10 pmORD - ATH
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$711
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Wed 12/245:15 pmBEG - ORD
1 stop33h 45mLOT
Wed 1/289:55 pmORD - BEG
1 stop11h 40mLOT
Deal found 12/12$711

Find flight deals from Southeast Europe to Chicago

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Round-trip from

$599
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$327
(Kiwi.com)
From Southeast Europe to Chicago (CHI)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Southeast Europe 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 December 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago that are best for you.

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Southeast Europe

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PristinaChicago

PRN - ORD

PRNORD

Pristina

Mon 1/26

8:35 pm-10:05 am

1 stop20h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

11:50 am-7:45 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$599

AthensChicago

ATH - MDW

ATHMDW

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/8

6:05 am-10:22 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/8

1:09 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops17h 26m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - MDW

ATHMDW

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/26

6:05 am-5:55 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/4

12:48 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops16h 47m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - MDW

ATHMDW

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 1/15

6:05 am-6:32 pm

2 stops20h 27m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

9:50 am-1:35 pm

2 stops19h 45m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - MDW

ATHMDW

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 2/10

6:05 am-10:22 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

9:34 am-1:35 pm

2 stops20h 01m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - MDW

ATHMDW

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/5

6:05 am-5:45 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/8

1:09 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops17h 26m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 3/5

6:05 am-4:51 pm

2 stops18h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

1:56 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/8

6:05 am-4:28 pm

2 stops18h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

1:56 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 4/20

6:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

7:05 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$629

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 1/15

6:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

9:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$632

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Best time to book a flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Southeast Europe with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago (average of $342). Flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $573). 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 YMH to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Southeast Europe 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 December 14, 2025.

When flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Southeast Europe to Chicago flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with LOT, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Southeast Europe to Chicago have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,097 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,628 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights
Air Serbia
6.2
Okay
210 reviews
LOT
7.6
Good
1,147 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Rami,Sep 2025

LAX - WAW

The second leg. Very tight seats No WiFi on both flights

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Southeast Europe to Chicago in 20h 30m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, Delta, or LOT to get the fastest option. Southeast Europe and Chicago are separated by a distance of 5113 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Southeast Europe to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Serbia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $237. Users have also found prices from $302 and $361 on Turkish Airlines and Iberia, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Southeast Europe to Chicago is Athens Eleftherios V. - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Athens Eleftherios V. - Chicago Midway or Belgrade Nikola Tesla - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    Consider American Airlines (71%), Alaska Airlines (71%) or Finnair (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $360. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $545 on average, our data indicates $585 when flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago (average of $342). Flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $573). 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 10 airlines flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Southeast Europe 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$484Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$485Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$492Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$493Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$500Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$511Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$533Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$550Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$562Average$737FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$565Average$823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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