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$280+ Cheap flights from Southeast Europe 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — CHI
Jan 4 — Jan 111
Sun 1/4
Sun 1/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Southeast Europe to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Southeast Europe to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 5, 2025.

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Thu 12/117:30 amATH - ORD
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Thu 1/155:10 pmORD - ATH
1 stop15h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/2$583
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:10 pmATH - ORD
1 stop13h 55mLufthansa
Tue 1/139:50 pmORD - ATH
1 stop19h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:10 pmATH - ORD
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/132:27 pmORD - ATH
2 stops18h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$603
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:30 amATH - ORD
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 1/175:10 pmORD - ATH
1 stop14h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/2$605
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/176:05 amATH - ORD
1 stop16h 15mDelta
Fri 1/95:20 pmORD - ATH
1 stop12h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/3$606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Wed 12/248:20 pmATH - ORD
1 stop27h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/138:45 pmORD - ATH
1 stop14h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/3$607
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sat 12/277:15 amATH - ORD
1 stop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/219:45 pmORD - ATH
1 stop14h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$613
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:40 pmATH - ORD
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/215:20 pmORD - ATH
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$614
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Sat 12/277:15 amATH - ORD
1 stop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/2411:40 amORD - ATH
2 stops18h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$617
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:10 pmATH - ORD
1 stop31h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/36:50 pmORD - ATH
1 stop34h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$618
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:35 amATH - ORD
2 stops35h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/138:52 amORD - ATH
2 stops19h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$621
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Fri 12/268:35 pmSKP - ORD
1 stop20h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sat 1/178:20 pmORD - SKP
1 stop29h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/3$672

Find flight deals from Southeast Europe to Chicago

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Round-trip from

$583
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$280
(Kiwi.com)
From Southeast Europe to Chicago (CHI)
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Southeast Europe 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 December 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago that are best for you.

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Southeast Europe

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 1/12

7:05 am-4:20 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

3:20 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$595

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 3/22

1:25 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop32h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

4:20 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$598

AthensChicago

ATH - MDW

ATHMDW

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/1

6:05 am-5:55 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

11:45 am-1:35 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$603

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 4/10

6:30 am-1:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

12:59 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops26h 41m

$603

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/1

6:05 am-9:05 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

10:35 am-1:35 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$603

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 2/1

5:20 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

2:50 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$603

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 12/26

6:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

1:00 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops19h 35m

$603

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Fri 1/23

6:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

1:00 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops15h 00m

$605

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 12/17

6:05 am-2:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

5:20 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$606

AthensChicago

ATH - ORD

ATHORD

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 1/18

6:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

5:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops15h 05m

$609

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Best time to book a flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago (average of $353). Flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 YMH to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Southeast Europe 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 December 5, 2025.

When flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Southeast Europe to Chicago flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons 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.

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 December 5, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with LOT, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Southeast Europe to Chicago have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Krzysztof,Sep 2025

ORD - KRK

It’s a professional person and flyer I love the LOT I will going to use this again
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Krzysztof,Sep 2025

ORD - KRK

It’s a professional person and flyer I love the LOT I will going to use this again
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,065 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Krzysztof,Sep 2025

ORD - KRK

It’s a professional person and flyer I love the LOT I will going to use this again
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,080 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Krzysztof,Sep 2025

ORD - KRK

It’s a professional person and flyer I love the LOT I will going to use this again
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,616 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Krzysztof,Sep 2025

ORD - KRK

It’s a professional person and flyer I love the LOT I will going to use this again
Air Serbia
6.2
Okay
210 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,143 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Krzysztof,Sep 2025

ORD - KRK

It’s a professional person and flyer I love the LOT I will going to use this again

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Southeast Europe to Chicago in 14h 50m. Fly via United Airlines, Austrian Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Southeast Europe and Chicago are separated by a distance of 5446 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Serbia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $237. Users have also found prices from $302 and $375 on Turkish Airlines and Iberia, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Southeast Europe to Chicago is Athens Eleftherios V. - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Athens Eleftherios V. - Chicago Midway or Belgrade Nikola Tesla - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    Consider American Airlines (71%), Alaska Airlines (71%) or Finnair (71%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $361. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $532 on average, our data indicates $589 when flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Southeast Europe to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Southeast Europe 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 Southeast Europe to Chicago?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Southeast Europe to Chicago (average of $353). Flying from Southeast Europe to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 Southeast Europe to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Southeast Europe 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 December 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$482Average$791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$484Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$485Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$491Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$493Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$500Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$511Average$691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$532Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$548Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$560Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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