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$477+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Galway, Ireland

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 7/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SNN
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Galway are usually found in January or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Galway

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$689
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$477
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$630
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Galway
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Galway. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 4/812:14 pmORD - SNN
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1512:40 pmSNN - ORD
3 stops42h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$689
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/910:20 pmORD - SNN
1 stop11h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/189:15 pmSNN - ORD
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$695
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/56:05 pmORD - SNN
Nonstop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/209:30 amSNN - ORD
Nonstop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$721
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 2/249:00 pmORD - SNN
2 stops16h 25mAer Lingus
Mon 3/37:45 amSNN - ORD
2 stops16h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 2/20$757
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/238:30 pmORD - SNN
2 stops15h 15mAir Canada
Sun 3/307:40 amSNN - ORD
2 stops37h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$801
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2211:42 amORD - SNN
2 stops26h 43mBritish Airways
Sun 3/309:15 pmSNN - ORD
2 stops26h 42mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/21$929
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:59 pmMDW - SNN
2 stops35h 11mAir France
Tue 6/241:05 pmSNN - MDW
2 stops35h 23mAir France
Deal found 2/21$1,122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Wed 7/29:15 amMDW - SNN
3 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/121:45 pmSNN - MDW
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$2,202

Find flights from Chicago to Galway within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Galway 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 February 22, 2025.

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ChicagoShannon

ORD - SNN

ORDSNN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

12:14 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 06m

Shannon

Tue 4/15

12:40 pm-12:41 am

3 stops42h 01m

$689

ChicagoShannon

ORD - SNN

ORDSNN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

10:20 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Shannon

Fri 4/18

9:15 pm-11:45 am

1 stop20h 30m

$695

ChicagoShannon

ORD - SNN

ORDSNN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

3:40 pm-10:15 am

1 stop12h 35m

Shannon

Wed 5/14

12:30 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$728

ChicagoShannon

ORD - SNN

ORDSNN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/6

3:55 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Shannon

Thu 3/20

7:45 am-6:55 pm

2 stops16h 10m

$757

ChicagoShannon

ORD - SNN

ORDSNN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/23

8:30 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops15h 15m

Shannon

Sun 3/30

7:40 am-2:55 pm

2 stops37h 15m

$801

ChicagoShannon

ORD - SNN

ORDSNN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/22

11:42 am-7:25 pm

2 stops26h 43m

Shannon

Sun 3/30

9:15 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops26h 42m

$929

ChicagoShannon

MDW - SNN

MDWSNN

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

5:59 pm-11:10 am

2 stops35h 11m

Shannon

Tue 6/24

1:05 pm-6:28 pm

2 stops35h 23m

$1,122

ChicagoShannon

MDW - SNN

MDWSNN

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/2

9:15 am-11:50 am

3 stops20h 35m

Shannon

Sat 7/12

1:45 pm-8:19 am

2 stops24h 34m

$2,202

ChicagoShannon

MDW - SNN

MDWSNN

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/25

12:55 pm-4:20 pm

3 stops21h 25m

$477

ChicagoShannon

MDW - SNN

MDWSNN

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/25

1:05 pm-11:10 am

2 stops16h 05m

$1,008

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Galway

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Galway. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Galway, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Galway (average of $533). Flying from Chicago to Galway in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,007). 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 G4W?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Galway. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Galway, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Galway by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Galway ranges from 2.3 - 4.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Galway when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Galway by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Galway, 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 60.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Galway

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Galway. 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 Galway. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Galway, see what other customers have to say about KLM, United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,757 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Aer Lingus
7.0
Good
1,071 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,332 reviews

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

YWG - YYZ

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Galway?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Galway is $493. On average you can expect to pay $672. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Shannon), can usually be booked for $721.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Galway (average of $533). Flying from Chicago to Galway in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,007). 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Galway

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Galway. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$509Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$526Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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