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$320+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cologne (CGN)

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 agosto 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$623
(British Airways)

One-way from

$320
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$963
From Chicago (CHI) to Cologne Köln/Bonn
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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 agosto 18, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 12/249:45 pmORD - CGN
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
qua 12/3112:00 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop13h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/17$623
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 10/128:40 pmORD - CGN
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
seg 10/275:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$625
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
dom 10/125:40 pmORD - CGN
1 stop19h 45mBritish Airways
seg 10/275:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/17$627
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 9/310:35 pmORD - CGN
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
ter 9/169:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/18$643
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 9/158:40 pmORD - CGN
1 stop16h 50mBritish Airways
seg 9/229:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop21h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/17$648
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
qua 9/310:35 pmORD - CGN
1 stop15h 25mBritish Airways
seg 9/159:15 pmCGN - ORD
1 stop21h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/18$662
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 10/147:25 pmORD - CGN
2 stops19h 55mMultiple Airlines
dom 10/196:35 pmCGN - ORD
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$681

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cologne 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 agosto 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cologne that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Cologne

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ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 12/24

9:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop29h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

qua 12/31

12:00 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$623

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 12/24

9:45 pm-10:15 am

1 stop29h 30m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

ter 12/30

5:05 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$623

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 10/12

8:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

seg 10/27

5:15 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$625

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 10/12

5:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

seg 10/27

5:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$627

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 1/20

9:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

dom 1/25

4:35 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$643

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 9/3

10:35 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

ter 9/16

9:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop24h 35m

$643

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

seg 9/15

8:40 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Cologne Köln/Bonn

seg 9/22

9:15 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 35m

$648

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 10/1

6:30 am-8:05 am

3 stops42h 35m

$320

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 9/18

7:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$742

ChicagoCologne

ORD - CGN

ORDCGN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 9/18

4:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$827

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cologne

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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 $1,252). 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 agosto 18, 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.

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 agosto 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Cologne, such as Lufthansa and British Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Food

6.3

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Food

6.3

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,277 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews

Boarding

7.0

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

6.8

Food

6.3

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

SFO - FRA

Convenient flight to my destination. Good entertainment options on board. I was seated close to some people who had noisy children which made sleeping a bit challenging.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Cologne?

    Airlines like British Airways fly from Chicago to Cologne in about 29h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 4244 mi between Chicago and Cologne.

  • 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 $560 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $594. British Airways is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 $1,252). 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 agosto 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$560Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$594Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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