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$250+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cologne (CGN)

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CHI — CGN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Cologne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cologne (CGN). 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

$573
(AirNGo)

One-way from

$362
(Gotogate)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,452
From Chicago (CHI) to Cologne Köln/Bonn
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cologne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cologne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This AirNGo 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 AirNGo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/37:15 pmORD - CGN
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 8/199:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$573
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/55:00 pmORD - CGN
1 stop17h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1112:00 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop34h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$588
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/310:40 amORD - CGN
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/1912:55 pmCGN - ORD
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$689
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1111:25 amORD - CGN
1 stop19h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 10/127:10 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop33h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$815
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/19:40 pmORD - CGN
1 stop18h 30mLufthansa
Fri 8/158:35 amCGN - ORD
1 stop16h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,141
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/38:40 amORD - CGN
2 stops19h 30mAir Canada
Sat 10/117:05 amCGN - ORD
2 stops17h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,256
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/256:00 pmORD - CGN
1 stop16h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/112:55 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop12h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,389
This Austrian Airlines 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/274:20 pmORD - CGN
1 stop33h 30mAustrian Airlines
Sun 8/38:50 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop23h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,415

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

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ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

7:15 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 8/19

9:15 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$573

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

5:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 11/11

12:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$588

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

10:40 am-11:10 am

2 stops17h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Tue 8/19

12:55 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops34h 00m

$689

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

11:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 10/12

7:10 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$815

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/1

9:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 8/15

8:35 am-6:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$1,141

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

8:40 am-11:10 am

2 stops19h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sat 10/11

7:05 am-5:33 pm

2 stops17h 28m

$1,256

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/25

6:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop16h 35m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Fri 8/1

12:55 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$1,389

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/27

4:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop33h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

Sun 8/3

8:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$1,415

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

5:10 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops38h 35m

$250

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

8:20 pm-9:45 am

2 stops30h 25m

$362

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cologne

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cologne (average of $649). Flying from Chicago to Cologne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,307). 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 CHI to CGN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Cologne. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Cologne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cologne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cologne ranges from 2.0 - 3.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Cologne when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Cologne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cologne, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cologne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cologne. 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 Cologne. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
802 reviews

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grant,Jun 2025

VIE - FRA

A delay was caused by computer malfunctions after we left the gate. It was handled well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Cologne. 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 into for flights to Cologne from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Cologne Köln/Bonn (CGN) if they book a flight to Cologne from Chicago. On average, Köln/Bonn has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Cologne Köln/Bonn is conveniently located just 9.5 mi from Cologne’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Cologne is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $573 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Turkish Airlines, starting at $588 and $815 round-trip. British Airways is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $362. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Cologne for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cologne (average of $649). Flying from Chicago to Cologne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,307). 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Cologne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Cologne. 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
British AirwaysCheapest$560Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$610Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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