Why fly to Chicago, USA?

The USA’s third largest city, Chicago is a vibrant and dynamic metropolis that’s overflowing with exciting attractions. From impressive architecture to fascinating museums, cool restaurants and picturesque parks, the ‘Windy City’ has plenty to offer. Whether you want to experience the city’s cool jazz and blues scene in a live music bar, devour a deep-dish Chicago pizza at one of the local pizzerias, admire the city’s glittering skyline from aboard the Centennial Wheel or window shop on the Magnificent Mile, cheap flights to Chicago are your route to an exciting city break.

If you're looking at booking tickets to Chicago, the city is well connected to many major international destinations. You can fly to Chicago from cities including Paris, Tokyo and Dubai. From the UK, you can also find cheap flights to Chicago from destinations such as London and Edinburgh. The city’s main airport, Chicago O’Hare International Airport is located just a short train ride away, making it easy to get to and from the airport. And if you fancy embarking on an American road trip, places such as Milwaukee, Madison and Fennville, are popular spots nearby.

Chicago is home to several world-famous landmarks, including the Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower. You can find an observation deck on the 103rd floor that offers incredible views of the city. The Navy Pier is also one of the city’s top attractions with its iconic Centennial Wheel and many shops and restaurants. Other must-visit attractions include the Millennium Park, a large park in the centre of the city with impressive modern structures like the Cloud Gate, along with the Art Institute of Chicago, one of the oldest and largest art museums in the country. The city is also renowned for its impressive architecture, with iconic structures like the John Hancock Centre and the Chicago Water Tower.

Fancy some retail therapy? Chicago is a dream for shoppers. Magnificent Mile with its high-end boutiques and department stores is a must. And once you’ve worked up an appetite, make sure you head to one of the city’s amazing eateries to try the local specialities such as deep-dish pizzas, Chicago-style hot dogs and delicious sweet-and-savoury popcorn. Chicago is also home to many bars and nightclubs. Known for its blues and jazz scene, you can’t visit the city without heading to one of its live music venues, too. Meanwhile, sports fans also can’t miss a trip to Wrigley Field to watch a baseball game and soak up the buzzing atmosphere.

Ready for an American adventure? Book cheap flights to Chicago today.

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Useful info for your flights to Chicago from the United Kingdom

Cheapest one-way flight price£502
Off-season travel monthMarch
Peak season for travelJanuary
Flight distance6,087.59km
Popular airlineBritish Airways
Cheapest monthJuly

Frequently asked questions: Booking Chicago flights

  • What is the average flight ticket price from United Kingdom to Chicago?

    The average ticket price to Chicago is £603. Please use this price as a reference only.
  • How long is the flights to Chicago?

    • Approx. 10 hours 29 minutes to fly from London to Chicago.
    • Approx. 2 hours 54 minutes to fly from New York to Chicago.
    • Approx. 8 hours 47 minutes to fly from Dublin to Chicago.
    • Approx. 1 hour 54 minutes to fly from Toronto to Chicago.
  • How to get cheapest flights to Chicago?

    You can book cheaper flights in the following ways:
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  • What is the most popular month to visit Chicago?

    Understanding peak and off travel seasons to Chicago can help you arrange your travel plans accordingly. The most popular month to visit Chicago is May. The average price of flight tickets to Chicago in May is £542.
  • When are flight to Chicago cheapest?

    Flight tickets to Chicago are the cheapest in July compared to other months, the average price is £655.
  • What are the major airports in Chicago?

  • Which popular airlines have flights to Chicago?

    Popular airlines with flights to Chicago: Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines.