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$549+ Cheap flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Chicago (CHI)

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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AMS — CHI
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Amsterdam (AMS) to Chicago (CHI). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$556
(Flighttix)

One-way from

$549
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$699

Good round-trip deal

$862 or less

Good one-way deal

$888 or less
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This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/251:15 pmAMS - ORD
1 stop12h 45mAer Lingus
Wed 10/83:45 pmORD - AMS
1 stop22h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/10$556
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 11/29:35 amAMS - ORD
1 stop13h 25mAer Lingus
Sat 11/83:50 pmORD - AMS
1 stop10h 05mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/10$559
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 11/19:35 amAMS - ORD
1 stop15h 20mAer Lingus
Sat 11/83:50 pmORD - AMS
1 stop10h 05mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/9$573
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Wed 11/191:20 pmAMS - ORD
1 stop11h 35mAer Lingus
Thu 11/273:50 pmORD - AMS
1 stop17h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/10$574
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:35 amAMS - ORD
1 stop11h 25mAer Lingus
Sat 12/133:50 pmORD - AMS
1 stop13h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/10$575
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/69:35 amAMS - ORD
1 stop11h 25mAer Lingus
Tue 10/73:45 pmORD - AMS
1 stop17h 35mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/9$576
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 11/16:50 pmAMS - ORD
1 stop28h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 11/87:20 pmORD - AMS
2 stops31h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/9$577
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/229:35 amAMS - ORD
1 stop16h 25mAer Lingus
Tue 10/79:15 pmORD - AMS
1 stop16h 40mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/11$578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sun 11/238:25 pmAMS - ORD
1 stop27h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 12/57:20 pmORD - AMS
2 stops33h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$580
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 11/1910:30 amAMS - ORD
1 stop13h 15mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/17:20 pmORD - AMS
1 stop11h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/10$588
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/251:15 pmAMS - ORD
1 stop12h 45mAer Lingus
Thu 10/93:45 pmORD - AMS
1 stop10h 10mAer Lingus
Deal found 9/10$590
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 9/2510:35 amAMS - MDW
1 stop15h 00mDelta
Thu 10/910:35 amMDW - AMS
1 stop12h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/11$722

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Amsterdam to Chicago that are best for you.

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AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sat 11/1

9:35 am-6:55 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

3:50 pm-8:55 am

1 stop10h 05m

$573

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 9/25

1:15 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

3:45 pm-8:55 am

1 stop10h 10m

$626

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 11/19

12:55 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

6:30 pm-11:55 am

1 stop10h 25m

$679

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/14

11:20 am-6:18 pm

1 stop13h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

10:08 am-11:35 am

1 stop18h 27m

$696

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 10/16

1:40 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop14h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

10:08 am-11:35 am

1 stop18h 27m

$696

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 10/16

1:40 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop14h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

1:36 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 39m

$703

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 10/14

11:20 am-6:18 pm

1 stop13h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

1:36 pm-9:15 am

1 stop12h 39m

$703

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 9/25

12:35 pm-7:29 pm

2 stops13h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

1:55 pm-10:15 am

2 stops13h 20m

$704

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Thu 9/25

8:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

10:00 am-7:35 am

1 stop14h 35m

$709

AmsterdamChicago

AMS - ORD

AMSORD

Amsterdam Schiphol

Wed 10/22

8:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

7:10 pm-9:35 am

Nonstop8h 25m

$710

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The best insider tips for Amsterdam to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Amsterdam to Chicago trip
Airports
AMS

Security lines at Schiphol can be long. The recent addition of 53 new scanners aims to reduce wait times for departing passengers.

Read more about AMSby Mark Chesnut
ORD

At ORD, immigration lines for international arrivals can be long. Be prepared for a lengthy walk to reach immigration in Terminal 5.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Mark Chesnut

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Amsterdam to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Amsterdam with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Amsterdam to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Amsterdam to Chicago. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Amsterdam to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Amsterdam to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 AMS to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Amsterdam to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Amsterdam to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Amsterdam to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Amsterdam to Chicago. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from AMS to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Amsterdam to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Amsterdam to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 88% of 1-stop itineraries from Amsterdam to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Amsterdam to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Amsterdam to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Dublin (DUB) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $451.

What’s the fastest layover option from Amsterdam to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Amsterdam to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Amsterdam to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Amsterdam to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dublin (DUB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 10m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, and Aer Lingus from Amsterdam to Chicago 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,271 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
546 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Amsterdam to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Amsterdam to Chicago?

    Located just 7.1 mi from the city center, Amsterdam Schiphol is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Amsterdam. Booking flights from Schiphol (AMS) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 9 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Chicago?

    Airlines like Aer Lingus, Icelandair, and JetBlue fly from Amsterdam to Chicago in about 11h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 55m. The distance between Amsterdam and Chicago is about 4106 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Amsterdam to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Amsterdam to Chicago round-trip from $514. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $597, and Icelandair, from $644. Users have found that Aer Lingus is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Amsterdam to Chicago?

    Consider SWISS (68%), Air Canada (67%) or Austrian Airlines (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Amsterdam to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Amsterdam to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Amsterdam to Chicago is $726. On average you can expect to pay $1,195. The most popular route, (Amsterdam Schiphol - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $502.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Amsterdam to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 6 airlines flying from Amsterdam to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Amsterdam to Chicago. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aer LingusCheapest$514Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$597Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IcelandairCheapest$644Average$744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$688Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$702Average$928FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$750Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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