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€377 Find cheap flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main

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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main (ORD-FRA)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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21:45 - 15:30ORD-FRA
10h 45m1 stop
19:35 - 14:30FRA-ORD
25h 55m1 stop
€558
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Mon, 20 Jan - Tue, 21 Jan
12:55 - 14:00ORD-FRA
19h 05m1 stop
07:15 - 19:35FRA-ORD
18h 20m1 stop
€596Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 19 Mar - Thu, 27 Mar
18:30 - 12:05ORD-FRA
10h 35m1 stop
13:05 - 17:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€659Icelandair
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Mon, 18 Nov - Tue, 10 Dec
18:30 - 12:05ORD-FRA
10h 35m1 stop
13:05 - 18:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€661Icelandair
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Fri, 10 Jan - Tue, 11 Mar
20:25 - 16:55ORD-FRA
13h 30m1 stop
06:00 - 16:30FRA-ORD
16h 30m1 stop
€675TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 12 Jan - Wed, 19 Mar
20:25 - 16:55ORD-FRA
13h 30m1 stop
06:00 - 15:30FRA-ORD
16h 30m1 stop
€687TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 1 Dec - Fri, 6 Dec
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€750United Airlines
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Wed, 1 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
13:15 - 07:10ORD-FRA
10h 55m1 stop
17:25 - 21:05FRA-ORD
9h 40mdirect
€752United Airlines
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Tue, 7 Jan - Thu, 20 Mar
14:15 - 08:40ORD-FRA
11h 25m1 stop
11:40 - 21:10FRA-ORD
15h 30m1 stop
€758Delta
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Tue, 7 Jan - Thu, 20 Mar
17:55 - 07:50ORD-FRA
30h 55m1 stop
09:50 - 08:19FRA-ORD
29h 29m1 stop
€794Delta
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Sun, 1 Dec - Tue, 17 Dec
18:30 - 12:05ORD-FRA
10h 35m1 stop
€377Icelandair
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Fri, 7 Feb
19:15 - 22:40ORD-FRA
20h 25m1 stop
€406TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, 12 Feb
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
€452United Airlines
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Sun, 9 Feb
11:15 - 09:10ORD-FRA
15h 55m2 stops
€456United Airlines
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Tue, 18 Mar
20:20 - 07:20ORD-FRA
28h 00m2 stops
€483TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, 29 Nov
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
€498Lufthansa
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Fri, 7 Feb
10:56 - 19:05ORD-FRA
26h 09m3 stops
€632
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Tue, 18 Mar
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
€656Lufthansa
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Mon, 2 Dec
19:05 - 22:40ORD-FRA
20h 35m3 stops
€818
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Sun, 24 Nov
14:25 - 05:55ORD-FRA
32h 30m3 stops
€1,348Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 29 Nov
20:25 - 22:40ORD-FRA
19h 15m1 stop
06:00 - 15:30FRA-ORD
16h 30m1 stop
€849TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 3 Nov - Fri, 8 Nov
08:41 - 12:05ORD-FRA
20h 24m2 stops
13:05 - 17:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€854
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Tue, 5 Nov - Tue, 19 Nov
08:41 - 12:05ORD-FRA
20h 24m2 stops
13:05 - 17:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€878
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Tue, 5 Nov - Wed, 13 Nov
18:30 - 15:25ORD-FRA
13h 55m2 stops
13:05 - 17:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€919
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Wed, 6 Nov - Wed, 13 Nov
21:10 - 10:05ORD-FRA
29h 55m1 stop
08:40 - 11:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€1,361United Airlines
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Tue, 5 Nov - Fri, 15 Nov
17:50 - 10:05ORD-FRA
33h 15m1 stop
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€1,414United Airlines
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Wed, 6 Nov - Wed, 13 Nov
18:57 - 12:30ORD-FRA
34h 33m2 stops
11:15 - 12:09FRA-ORD
31h 54m3 stops
€1,534Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 3 Nov - Fri, 8 Nov
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€1,551Lufthansa
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Tue, 5 Nov - Wed, 13 Nov
19:35 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€1,721Lufthansa
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Sat, 2 Nov - Fri, 15 Nov
13:50 - 09:10ORD-FRA
12h 20m1 stop
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€5,259United Airlines
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Tue, 5 Nov - Wed, 6 Nov
15:15 - 06:35ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
08:40 - 11:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€750Lufthansa
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Mon, 17 Feb - Tue, 25 Feb
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
10:50 - 14:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€752Lufthansa
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Tue, 7 Jan - Wed, 12 Mar
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€787United Airlines
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Sun, 1 Dec - Wed, 11 Dec
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€796Lufthansa
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Wed, 1 Jan - Sat, 25 Jan
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
17:25 - 21:05FRA-ORD
9h 40mdirect
€798Lufthansa
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Fri, 10 Jan - Thu, 13 Mar
16:15 - 06:35ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
08:40 - 12:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€819United Airlines
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Wed, 19 Mar - Sat, 29 Mar
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€833
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Fri, 29 Nov - Fri, 6 Dec
23:35 - 14:10ORD-FRA
8h 35mdirect
10:50 - 14:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€841Lufthansa
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Wed, 19 Mar - Fri, 28 Mar
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€842
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Sat, 1 Feb - Sat, 15 Feb
19:35 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
08:40 - 12:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€865United Airlines
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Fri, 21 Mar - Sat, 29 Mar

Flights from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is January, where tickets cost €631 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is €1,201 and €1,026 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 111 days before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

€377
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • Can I fly an eco-friendly airline from Chicago O'Hare to Frankfurt?

    Different airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare to Frankfurt have eco-friendly flight options. These eco-friendly airlines work towards reducing carbon emissions by passengers. On average, a passenger on a flight to Frankfurt from Chicago releases about 3754 lbs of carbon. However, airlines such as Air Canada, United Airlines, Icelandair, and Austrian Airlines, have a reduced percentage of carbon emissions. Consider flying Icelandair Airlines, which has fewer emissions by 41% less carbon. The airline has fuel-efficient measures, including fuel-efficient flights, and optimizes flight routes to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption.

  • Which airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Frankfurt Airport have layovers?

    When flying from Chicago O'Hare to Frankfurt, you can have one or multiple layovers if you want a layover. Your airline determines the layover city you go to. Some common layover cities on this route include London by British Airways, Paris by Air France and Delta Air Lines, Zurich by SWISS, Munich by Lufthansa, and Amsterdam by KLM and United Airlines.

  • Which airline should I consider for an unaccompanied minor flying from Chicago O'Hare to Frankfurt?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines allow kids aged 5 to 14 to travel on this route unaccompanied, while Lufthansa has an age limit of 5 to 11 years old. The airlines have cabin crew members that will supervise your child throughout the journey, including during connecting flights, to ensure the child's safety. The airlines also provide priority services during check-in, boarding, and disembarkation. Lufthansa, American Airlines, and Delta offer age-appropriate entertainment and meals for the minor.

  • Is Frankfurt International Airport connected to the public transport system?

    Yes. FRA has trains and buses offering ground transportation from the airport to downtown Frankfurt and other regions. The bus stops are in front of Terminal 1 on the Arrivals level. Bus lines 61 and 62 have bus stops in Terminal 2 on level 2. Consider flying the Lufthansa Airport Bus service, which offers comfortable and fast transit from the airport to different parts of Frankfurt City. The airport connects to various regions within Frankfurt and the region's outskirts by local, regional, and international trains. You can purchase the train tickets in Terminal 1, concourse B, or online.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport was €410 for a one-way ticket and €606 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    When flying out of Chicago you will be using Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Frankfurt am Main, also known as Frankfurt am Main.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Frankfurt am Main flight route: Lufthansa, United Airlines, Finnair, American Airlines, British Airways, and Iberia.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Frankfurt am Main.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    There are direct flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Frankfurt am Main from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the main airport for domestic and international travel to and from Chicago. The airport serves as a hub for American Airlines and United Airlines. You can easily connect to various international and domestic destinations, including Frankfurt.
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the main airport in Germany in terms of passenger traffic and the ideal destination airport for when flying to Frankfurt from Chicago. The airport also serves nearby cities, including Morfelden-Walldorf, Hattersheim, and Kelsterbach.
  • Consider booking United Airlines or American Airlines on this route, as the airlines allow passengers to have pets in the cabin and have the highest weight requirement. The airlines enable pets weighing up to 20 lbs to travel in the cabin. The maximum dimension for the carrier is 18 by 11 by 11 inches.
  • Consider flying Premium Economy Class on Lufthansa Airlines from ORD to FRA, as the airline offers upgraded services and amenities, including larger seats with extra legroom, an elevated dining experience, and an increased baggage allowance.
  • If you are flying with a family, consider booking American Airlines, which offers a family seat reservation option to select and reserve seats together on the flights. The airline provides additional assistance services to families, including stroller check services and priority boarding.
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Flights from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt 
Verified travelerFlew with LufthansaSept 2024
I personally like Lufthansa, draw back are the distances to walk at the Frankfurt airport.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesSept 2024
Be prepared to wait in long line for boarder control. Allow enough time for your layover

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt am Main?

Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Friday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Friday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, +1 more

Air Canada, Lufthansa, +2 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
7/2Fri
1 stopIcelandair
10h 35mORD-FRA
€377
12/2Wed
1 stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
20h 25mORD-FRA
€406
9/2Sun
directUnited Airlines
8h 25mORD-FRA
€452
18/3Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
15h 55mORD-FRA
€456
29/11Fri
2 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
28h 00mORD-FRA
€483
7/2Fri
directLufthansa
8h 30mORD-FRA
€498
18/3Tue
3 stops
26h 09mORD-FRA
€632
2/12Mon
directLufthansa
8h 30mORD-FRA
€656
24/11Sun
3 stops
20h 35mORD-FRA
€818
29/11Fri
3 stopsAlaska Airlines
32h 30mORD-FRA
€1,348

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Last minute flights from O'Hare Intl to Frankfurt

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main that are departing in the next 10 days.
3/11Sun
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
19h 15mORD-FRA
8/11Fri
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
16h 30mFRA-ORD
€849
5/11Tue
multi-stop
20h 24mORD-FRA
19/11Tue
multi-stop
11h 15mFRA-ORD
€854
5/11Tue
multi-stop
20h 24mORD-FRA
13/11Wed
multi-stop
11h 15mFRA-ORD
€878
6/11Wed
multi-stop
13h 55mORD-FRA
13/11Wed
multi-stop
11h 15mFRA-ORD
€919
5/11Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
29h 55mORD-FRA
15/11Fri
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€1,361
6/11Wed
multi-stopUnited Airlines
33h 15mORD-FRA
13/11Wed
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€1,414
3/11Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
34h 33mORD-FRA
8/11Fri
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
31h 54mFRA-ORD
€1,534
5/11Tue
directLufthansa
8h 30mORD-FRA
13/11Wed
directLufthansa
9h 35mFRA-ORD
€1,551
2/11Sat
directLufthansa
8h 20mORD-FRA
15/11Fri
directLufthansa
9h 35mFRA-ORD
€1,721
5/11Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
12h 20mORD-FRA
6/11Wed
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€5,259

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