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$518+ Cheap flights from London (LON) 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Chicago are usually found in February or March, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$557
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$518
(Gurufare)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$720

Good round-trip deal

$664 or less

Good one-way deal

$585 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:15 amLHR - ORD
1 stop14h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/171:59 pmORD - LHR
1 stop10h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$557
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 10/246:40 pmLHR - ORD
1 stop27h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/278:20 pmORD - LHR
1 stop14h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$558
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:50 amLHR - ORD
1 stop11h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 9/2010:20 pmORD - LHR
1 stop10h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$559
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1512:50 pmLTN - ORD
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/227:15 pmORD - LTN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$559
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/278:15 amSTN - ORD
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/37:25 pmORD - STN
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$559
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:05 pmLGW - ORD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/118:12 pmORD - LGW
1 stop28h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$560
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/101:30 pmLHR - ORD
1 stop12h 25mLufthansa
Sat 9/2010:30 pmORD - LHR
1 stop13h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$560
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:30 amLHR - ORD
1 stop14h 10mKLM
Wed 9/171:16 pmORD - LHR
1 stop11h 29mKLM
Deal found 6/10$561
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 9/88:40 amLHR - MDW
2 stops15h 57mDelta
Thu 9/1810:35 amMDW - LHR
1 stop14h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/12$562
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2711:45 amLHR - ORD
2 stops16h 09mDelta
Wed 9/1010:15 amORD - LHR
1 stop14h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/10$564
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:30 amLHR - ORD
1 stop16h 20mFinnair
Wed 9/1010:35 pmORD - LHR
Nonstop7h 40mFinnair
Deal found 6/10$565
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/236:15 amLHR - MDW
2 stops16h 08mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 10/210:35 amMDW - LHR
2 stops13h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$567

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from London to Chicago 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Chicago that are best for you.

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LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Mon 9/1

6:15 am-2:15 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

1:59 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 21m

$557

LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Tue 9/9

9:50 am-3:45 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

10:20 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$559

LondonChicago

STN - ORD

STNORD

London Stansted

Wed 8/27

8:15 am-6:15 pm

2 stops16h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

7:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$559

LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Wed 9/10

1:30 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

10:30 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$560

LondonChicago

LGW - ORD

LGWORD

London Gatwick

Thu 9/4

1:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

8:12 pm-6:20 am

1 stop28h 08m

$560

LondonChicago

LTN - ORD

LTNORD

London Luton

Thu 9/4

8:45 am-7:00 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

9:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$560

LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Mon 9/8

6:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

1:16 pm-6:45 am

1 stop11h 29m

$561

LondonChicago

LHR - MDW

LHRMDW

London Heathrow

Mon 9/8

8:40 am-6:37 pm

2 stops15h 57m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/18

10:35 am-6:45 am

1 stop14h 10m

$562

LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Wed 8/27

9:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

10:35 pm-12:15 pm

Nonstop7h 40m

$563

LondonChicago

LHR - ORD

LHRORD

London Heathrow

Wed 8/27

11:45 am-9:54 pm

2 stops16h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

10:15 am-6:45 am

1 stop14h 30m

$564

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Best time to book a flight from London to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from London to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Chicago is 64 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 London to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from London 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 LON to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from London to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from London to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from London to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from LON to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (48 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and Air Transat from London to Chicago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Air Transat
7.8
Good
396 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Chicago. 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 flying from London to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $557, American Airlines will fly you from London to Chicago and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Scandinavian Airlines and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $558 and $559, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Chicago one-way?

    $518 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aer Lingus. You may also be able to find cheap deals on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and British Airways, with prices starting from $544 and $563, respectively.

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

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Chicago O'Hare Intl or London City - Chicago O'Hare Intl, London Heathrow - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from London to Chicago.

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (92%), Austrian Airlines (92%), United Airlines( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from London to Chicago is generally $2,749, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $525. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $441 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from London 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 10 airlines flying from London to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$390Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$462Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$483Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$538Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$551Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$568Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$582Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$583Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$586Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
FinnairCheapest$607Average$809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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