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$207+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Southeast Europe

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$468
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$207
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$680
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Southeast Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Southeast Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
dom. 1/251:00 pm
ORD
-
SJJ
2 stops18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 2/92:45 pm
SJJ
-
ORD
1 stop32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
lun. 1/264:05 pm
ORD
-
ZAG
1 stop14h 45m
Lufthansa
mié. 2/116:15 am
ZAG
-
ORD
1 stop14h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/14$470
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
mié. 1/281:00 pm
ORD
-
SJJ
2 stops18h 00m
Austrian Airlines
jue. 2/192:45 pm
SJJ
-
ORD
1 stop30h 15m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 1/14$473
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
mié. 1/284:05 pm
ORD
-
SJJ
1 stop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
jue. 2/199:50 am
SJJ
-
ORD
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$474
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 1/263:35 pm
ORD
-
ZAG
2 stops14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 2/116:15 am
ZAG
-
ORD
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$482
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
mar. 3/2410:50 pm
ORD
-
ZAG
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
mié. 4/85:55 am
ZAG
-
ORD
2 stops20h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$483
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dom. 3/299:40 pm
ORD
-
ZAG
1 stop16h 55m
Lufthansa
mar. 4/75:35 am
ZAG
-
ORD
1 stop14h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/15$485
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
mié. 2/47:15 am
ORD
-
SJJ
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
jue. 2/199:50 am
SJJ
-
ORD
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$486
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
mar. 3/2410:55 pm
ORD
-
SJJ
1 stop31h 35m
LOT
mié. 4/81:05 pm
SJJ
-
ORD
1 stop13h 45m
LOT
Deal found 1/15$487
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
mar. 4/72:00 pm
ORD
-
ZAG
2 stops15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 4/145:35 am
ZAG
-
ORD
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$487
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
lun. 4/209:50 pm
ORD
-
SJJ
1 stop31h 35m
LOT
dom. 4/261:05 pm
SJJ
-
ORD
1 stop13h 45m
LOT
Deal found 1/14$488
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
lun. 2/164:05 pm
ORD
-
ZAG
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 4/67:00 pm
ZAG
-
ORD
1 stop25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$488

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Southeast Europe 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 enero 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Southeast Europe that are best for you.

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ChicagoZagreb

ORD - ZAG

ORDZAG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/24

10:50 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

mié. 4/8

1:20 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$482

ChicagoZagreb

ORD - ZAG

ORDZAG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/5

5:00 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

mar. 5/12

8:25 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops48h 55m

$493

ChicagoSarajevo

ORD - SJJ

ORDSJJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/12

7:05 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Sarajevo Butmir

dom. 4/19

2:40 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop29h 40m

$506

ChicagoSkopje

ORD - SKP

ORDSKP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 3/8

7:50 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Skopje

dom. 3/15

8:45 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$506

ChicagoZagreb

ORD - ZAG

ORDZAG

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/6

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

mié. 5/13

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$507

ChicagoSarajevo

ORD - SJJ

ORDSJJ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 4/3

7:50 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Sarajevo Butmir

lun. 4/13

8:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop20h 05m

$515

ChicagoSkopje

ORD - SKP

ORDSKP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/17

8:40 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Skopje

mar. 3/24

12:30 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$515

ChicagoSkopje

ORD - SKP

ORDSKP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/3

8:40 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops40h 45m

Skopje

mié. 3/11

4:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$515

ChicagoSkopje

ORD - SKP

ORDSKP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/8

4:05 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Skopje

vie. 4/17

4:25 am-12:55 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$516

ChicagoDubrovnik

ORD - DBV

ORDDBV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 5/4

4:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Dubrovnik

lun. 5/11

1:25 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$522

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Southeast Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Southeast Europe

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Southeast Europe (average of $331). Flying from Chicago to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $650). 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 YMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Southeast Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 15, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Southeast Europe at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Southeast Europe. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Southeast Europe flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Southeast Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Southeast Europe. 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 Southeast Europe. Reviews last updated enero 15, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown LOT, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Chicago to Southeast Europe. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,176 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,718 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Air Serbia
6.1
Okay
213 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,174 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Chicago to Southeast Europe will take you 11h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4784 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 to fly from Chicago to Southeast Europe one-way?

    $208 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Serbia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Scandinavian Airlines, with prices starting from $284 and $323, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Chicago to Southeast Europe consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Athens Eleftherios V., Chicago Midway - Athens Eleftherios V. or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Belgrade Nikola Tesla as they are the most popular.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Southeast Europe is $653. On average you can expect to pay $3,391. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Athens Eleftherios V.), can usually be booked for $485.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Southeast Europe (average of $331). Flying from Chicago to Southeast Europe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $650). 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 Chicago to Southeast Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Southeast Europe. 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 enero 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$326Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$424Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$463Average$814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$466Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air SerbiaCheapest$470Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$479Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$480Average$1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$502Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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