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$285+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — FRA
ene. 26 — feb. 21
dom. 1/26
dom. 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or January, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Frankfurt

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 enero 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$644
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$305
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$775

Good round-trip deal

$764 or less

Good one-way deal

$503 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Frankfurt
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mié. 2/197:15 pmORD - FRA
1 stop14h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
dom. 2/236:00 amFRA - ORD
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/20$650
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/67:40 pmORD - FRA
1 stop17h 05mScandinavian Airlines
jue. 3/137:05 amFRA - ORD
2 stops17h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 1/20$651
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
jue. 3/66:30 pmORD - FRA
1 stop10h 35mIcelandair
jue. 3/131:05 pmFRA - ORD
1 stop11h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 1/19$652
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/107:42 pmORD - FRA
3 stops34h 23mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/251:05 pmFRA - ORD
2 stops24h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$653
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
jue. 2/2711:55 amORD - FRA
1 stop19h 05mTurkish Airlines
lun. 3/32:55 pmFRA - ORD
1 stop26h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$661
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
lun. 2/109:55 pmORD - FRA
1 stop28h 50mLOT
lun. 2/247:50 pmFRA - ORD
1 stop31h 10mLOT
Deal found 1/20$733
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 2/187:25 amMDW - FRA
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
mar. 2/259:15 amFRA - MDW
2 stops36h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$782
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
vie. 5/163:45 pmORD - FRA
1 stop11h 30mAer Lingus
mié. 5/2810:55 amFRA - ORD
1 stop15h 05mAer Lingus
Deal found 1/20$784
This AirNGo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/162:55 pmMDW - FRA
1 stop10h 55mVirgin Atlantic
mar. 4/111:00 amFRA - MDW
1 stop14h 02mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/20$829
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
dom. 3/1612:51 pmMDW - FRA
1 stop13h 49mKLM
mar. 4/110:40 amFRA - MDW
1 stop18h 47mKLM
Deal found 1/20$879
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
lun. 3/2410:25 amMDW - FRA
2 stops15h 25mDelta
mié. 4/211:50 amFRA - MDW
2 stops17h 33mDelta
Deal found 1/21$893
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
jue. 3/62:08 pmMDW - FRA
1 stop10h 42mAir France
jue. 3/1311:40 amFRA - MDW
1 stop16h 47mAir France
Deal found 1/20$1,177

Find flights from Chicago to Frankfurt within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Frankfurt 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 enero 21, 2025.

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ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/19

7:15 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 2/23

6:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$650

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/6

7:40 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 3/13

7:05 am-6:50 pm

2 stops17h 45m

$651

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/6

6:30 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 3/13

1:05 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$652

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/10

7:42 pm-12:05 pm

3 stops34h 23m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 3/25

1:05 pm-7:44 am

2 stops24h 39m

$653

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/19

11:55 am-10:15 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 4/6

1:10 pm-9:50 am

1 stop27h 40m

$657

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/10

9:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 2/24

7:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop31h 10m

$733

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/24

3:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop11h 30m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 6/10

10:55 am-7:00 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$767

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

MDW - FRA

MDWFRA

Chicago Midway

mar. 2/18

7:25 am-10:40 am

1 stop20h 15m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 2/25

9:15 am-3:13 pm

2 stops36h 58m

$782

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

MDW - FRA

MDWFRA

Chicago Midway

dom. 3/16

2:55 pm-7:50 am

1 stop10h 55m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 4/1

11:00 am-6:02 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$829

ChicagoFrankfurt am Main

ORD - FRA

ORDFRA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 3/16

11:35 pm-2:10 pm

Nonstop8h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

mar. 4/1

10:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop9h 05m

$848

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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 Chicago to Frankfurt in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Chicago-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Chicago-Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Chicago to Frankfurt

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport is 69 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 Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,112). 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 CHI to FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Frankfurt. 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 enero 21, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to FRA are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Frankfurt by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Frankfurt am Main Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Frankfurt am Main Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Frankfurt by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Frankfurt am Main Airport, 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 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Scandinavian Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Icelandair from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,117 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,600 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip from $644. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are TAP AIR PORTUGAL, from $650, and Turkish Airlines, from $652. Users have found that Scandinavian Airlines is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Scandinavian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $363. Air Serbia flights start at $387 while deals on TAP AIR PORTUGAL start at $410 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport are Lufthansa (67%), Air Canada (63%) and United Airlines (63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport is $367. On average you can expect to pay $3,124. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Frankfurt am Main), can usually be booked for $454.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Frankfurt 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 Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $729). Flying from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,112). 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 Chicago to Frankfurt

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Frankfurt. 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$453Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$457Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$494Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$533Average$1,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$564Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$596Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$609Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Aer LingusCheapest$611Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$698Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$728Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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