Cheap Flights from Chicago to Frankfurt from $322

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Frankfurt (CHI-FRA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, TAP Air Portugal offers one-way fares as low as $322 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ORD to FRA on Wed, Jan 14), while TAP Air Portugal offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $520 departing on Sun, Jan 18 and returning on Sun, Jan 25.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Chicago to Frankfurt?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Chicago to Frankfurt with the following airlines, including: Lufthansa Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Frankfurt (FRA) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 8 hours 19 minutes to fly from Chicago (CHI) to Frankfurt (FRA).

• When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Frankfurt?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Chicago to Frankfurt?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 22 flight per week flying from Chicago to Frankfurt. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Lufthansa: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- LH431 (16:46)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Chicago to Frankfurt?

  To find best deals on flights from Chicago to Frankfurt, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Jan 14, with one-way flights priced at just $322.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is United Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Frankfurt travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Frankfurt (FRA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Frankfurt on December 31, 2025 with Scandinavian Airlines, with prices starting at $379.

• Which airports can I fly to for Frankfurt from Chicago?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Frankfurt, with O'Hare International Airport to Frankfurt Airport (ORD-FRA) is by far the most common option on this route: Frankfurt Airport (FRA) Hahn Airport (HHN).

• Is there any time difference between Chicago and Frankfurt?

  The time difference between Frankfurt and Chicago is 7h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Chicago to Frankfurt?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.