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$375+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Kyoto, Japan

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — KIX
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Mon 1/13
Mon 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Kyoto are usually found in September or January, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Kyoto

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Kyoto (KY9). 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 January 8, 2025.

Round-trip from

$889
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$375
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$1,186
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Kyoto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Kyoto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/23:40 pmORD - KIX
1 stop34h 45mAir Canada
Thu 9/116:05 pmKIX - ORD
1 stop34h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 1/6$819
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/281:00 pmORD - ITM
2 stops39h 55mAir Canada
Tue 11/182:05 pmITM - ORD
2 stops21h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 1/7$830
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/227:20 amORD - ITM
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/3012:30 pmITM - ORD
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$889
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Sun 2/27:05 amORD - KIX
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/73:05 pmKIX - ORD
2 stops19h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$896
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 2/172:40 pmORD - KIX
1 stop24h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/244:05 pmKIX - ORD
2 stops35h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/7$930
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Tue 1/2111:55 amORD - KIX
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/3010:30 pmKIX - ORD
1 stop26h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/6$996
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/212:20 pmORD - KIX
1 stop18h 45mKorean Air
Thu 9/116:25 pmKIX - ORD
1 stop29h 05mKorean Air
Deal found 1/6$1,008
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Tue 4/812:30 amORD - KIX
1 stop19h 40mEVA Air
Wed 4/2311:10 amKIX - ORD
1 stop23h 50mEVA Air
Deal found 1/7$1,093
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 1/217:05 amORD - UKB
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/307:10 amUKB - ORD
2 stops27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,167
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/1010:35 amORD - ITM
1 stop17h 05mJapan Airlines
Tue 2/257:05 amITM - ORD
1 stop15h 30mJapan Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,486
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Wed 3/192:10 pmORD - UKB
1 stop27h 50mANA
Wed 5/79:15 pmUKB - ORD
1 stop25h 25mANA
Deal found 1/7$1,506
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Wed 3/192:10 pmORD - ITM
1 stop27h 20mANA
Wed 5/78:00 amITM - ORD
1 stop14h 40mANA
Deal found 1/7$1,510

Find flights from Chicago to Kyoto within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Kyoto 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 January 8, 2025.

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ChicagoOsaka

ORD - ITM

ORDITM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

7:20 am-7:55 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Osaka Itami

Thu 1/30

12:30 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$889

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

7:45 am-5:45 pm

2 stops43h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 2/11

10:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$893

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

3:40 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop34h 45m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 5/22

6:05 pm-5:25 am

1 stop25h 20m

$894

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/17

2:40 pm-6:20 am

1 stop24h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 2/24

4:05 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$930

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - ITM

ORDITM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/21

3:40 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Osaka Itami

Fri 2/28

2:05 pm-12:44 pm

2 stops37h 39m

$995

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

11:55 am-6:55 pm

1 stop40h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 1/30

10:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop26h 40m

$996

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

11:25 am-5:00 pm

1 stop38h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 2/5

6:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop29h 30m

$1,019

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - KIX

ORDKIX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

12:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop19h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 4/23

11:10 am-9:00 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,093

ChicagoKobe

ORD - UKB

ORDUKB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

7:05 am-10:20 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Kobe

Thu 1/30

7:10 am-7:37 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$1,167

ChicagoOsaka

ORD - ITM

ORDITM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

10:35 am-6:40 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Osaka Itami

Tue 2/25

7:05 am-7:35 am

1 stop15h 30m

$1,486

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Kyoto

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Kyoto

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Kyoto. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Kyoto is 84 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 Kyoto?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kyoto (average of $950). Flying from Chicago to Kyoto in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,366). 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 KY9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Kyoto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 8, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Kyoto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Kyoto. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Kyoto by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kyoto ranges from 1.6 - 7.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Kyoto when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Kyoto by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kyoto, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 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 Kyoto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kyoto. 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 Kyoto. Reviews last updated January 8, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Kyoto, see what other customers have to say about Air Canada, Cathay Pacific and Turkish Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

EVA Air
8.4
Very good
1,243 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

ANA
8.4
Very good
838 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,503 reviews
Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,028 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Kyoto. 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 to fly from Chicago to Kyoto one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $570. Air Canada flights start at $593 while deals on EVA Air start at $643 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Kyoto?

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - Osaka Itami or Chicago Midway - Osaka Kansai Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Osaka Kansai Intl is the most popular route from Chicago to Kyoto.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Kyoto (average of $950). Flying from Chicago to Kyoto in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,366). 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 Chicago to Kyoto

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Kyoto. 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 January 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$868Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$984Average$1,520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
EVA AirCheapest$1,086Average$1,284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,099Average$1,581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,318Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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