ORD - FRA

€327 Find cheap flights from Chicago to Frankfurt am Main

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

 
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19:15 - 16:55ORD-FRA
14h 40m1 stop
06:00 - 15:30FRA-ORD
16h 30m1 stop
€500TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, 15 Jan - Fri, 24 Jan
11:35 - 21:00ORD-FRA
26h 25m1 stop
07:55 - 17:55FRA-ORD
17h 00m1 stop
€577Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 12 Apr - Mon, 14 Apr
18:30 - 12:05ORD-FRA
10h 35m1 stop
13:05 - 17:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€693Icelandair
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Wed, 15 Jan - Sat, 25 Jan
18:30 - 12:05ORD-FRA
10h 35m1 stop
13:05 - 17:20FRA-ORD
11h 15m1 stop
€694Icelandair
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Tue, 14 Jan - Sun, 26 Jan
18:40 - 09:05ORD-FRA
31h 25m1 stop
20:20 - 21:00FRA-ORD
31h 40m1 stop
€719Air Serbia
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Mon, 5 May - Fri, 9 May
17:05 - 09:50ORD-FRA
33h 45m1 stop
08:20 - 17:18FRA-ORD
15h 58m1 stop
€744
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Mon, 20 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
15:45 - 10:15ORD-FRA
11h 30m1 stop
10:55 - 19:05FRA-ORD
15h 10m1 stop
€761Aer Lingus
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Mon, 28 Apr - Mon, 7 Jul
07:00 - 10:40ORD-FRA
20h 40m2 stops
11:30 - 09:55FRA-ORD
29h 25m2 stops
€806
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Tue, 14 Jan - Wed, 22 Jan
15:55 - 10:05ORD-FRA
11h 10m1 stop
10:50 - 17:55FRA-ORD
14h 05m1 stop
€851Aer Lingus
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Wed, 11 Dec - Thu, 26 Dec
22:50 - 09:05ORD-FRA
27h 15m1 stop
09:50 - 10:50FRA-ORD
32h 00m1 stop
€994Air Serbia
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Wed, 11 Dec - Fri, 27 Dec
12:40 - 09:05ORD-FRA
13h 25m1 stop
€327Air Serbia
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Wed, 7 May
20:20 - 07:40ORD-FRA
28h 20m2 stops
€469TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, 29 Nov
20:20 - 07:40ORD-FRA
28h 20m2 stops
€473TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, 3 Jan
11:44 - 19:05ORD-FRA
25h 21m3 stops
€647
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Tue, 18 Mar
16:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
€662Lufthansa
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Tue, 18 Mar
10:14 - 19:10ORD-FRA
25h 56m3 stops
€670TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Mon, 9 Dec
09:46 - 07:20ORD-FRA
38h 34m3 stops
€733TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, 29 Nov
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
€900United Airlines
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Tue, 31 Dec
15:15 - 06:35ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
€995United Airlines
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Thu, 26 Dec
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
€1,500Lufthansa
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Sat, 14 Dec
21:10 - 11:05ORD-FRA
30h 55m1 stop
08:40 - 11:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€1,442United Airlines
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Mon, 25 Nov - Mon, 16 Dec
21:10 - 16:05ORD-FRA
11h 55m1 stop
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€1,952United Airlines
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Fri, 22 Nov - Fri, 29 Nov
18:14 - 11:50ORD-FRA
10h 36m1 stop
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€2,028United Airlines
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Sun, 24 Nov - Tue, 10 Dec
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€2,363United Airlines
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Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
08:40 - 11:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€2,421United Airlines
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Sat, 23 Nov - Sat, 30 Nov
16:50 - 09:05ORD-FRA
33h 15m1 stop
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€4,299United Airlines
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Fri, 22 Nov - Tue, 26 Nov
09:46 - 19:40ORD-FRA
26h 54m3 stops
06:00 - 09:24FRA-ORD
34h 24m2 stops
€4,885TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Mon, 25 Nov - Wed, 4 Dec
15:24 - 19:40ORD-FRA
45h 16m3 stops
12:05 - 23:59FRA-ORD
42h 54m2 stops
€12,006
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Mon, 25 Nov - Mon, 16 Dec
15:24 - 19:40ORD-FRA
45h 16m3 stops
12:05 - 23:00FRA-ORD
41h 55m2 stops
€12,007
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Mon, 25 Nov - Sun, 1 Dec
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€805United Airlines
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Tue, 14 Jan - Wed, 22 Jan
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
08:40 - 11:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€807United Airlines
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Tue, 14 Jan - Fri, 24 Jan
18:30 - 09:55ORD-FRA
8h 25mdirect
08:40 - 11:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€809United Airlines
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Sun, 12 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
15:15 - 06:35ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€810United Airlines
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Sun, 12 Jan - Tue, 28 Jan
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€852Lufthansa
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Tue, 14 Jan - Sat, 25 Jan
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
10:50 - 14:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€854Lufthansa
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Thu, 9 Jan - Tue, 25 Mar
15:15 - 06:35ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€857United Airlines
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Thu, 9 Jan - Wed, 22 Jan
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
12:50 - 15:15FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€899
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Sat, 18 Jan - Sun, 2 Feb
15:15 - 06:35ORD-FRA
8h 20mdirect
08:40 - 12:05FRA-ORD
9h 25mdirect
€901United Airlines
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Sat, 11 Jan - Sat, 29 Mar
15:55 - 07:25ORD-FRA
8h 30mdirect
10:50 - 13:25FRA-ORD
9h 35mdirect
€996Lufthansa
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Fri, 17 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan

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 €657 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is €1,233 and €1,053 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 1 week 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

€327
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% 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 €346 for a one-way ticket and €529 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.
7/5Wed
1 stopAir Serbia
13h 25mORD-FRA
€327
29/11Fri
2 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
28h 20mORD-FRA
€469
3/1Fri
2 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
28h 20mORD-FRA
€473
18/3Tue
3 stops
25h 21mORD-FRA
€647
18/3Tue
directLufthansa
8h 30mORD-FRA
€662
9/12Mon
3 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
25h 56mORD-FRA
€670
29/11Fri
3 stopsTAP AIR PORTUGAL
38h 34mORD-FRA
€733
31/12Tue
directUnited Airlines
8h 25mORD-FRA
€900
26/12Thu
directUnited Airlines
8h 20mORD-FRA
€995
14/12Sat
directLufthansa
8h 30mORD-FRA
€1,500

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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.
25/11Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
30h 55mORD-FRA
16/12Mon
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€1,442
22/11Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
11h 55mORD-FRA
29/11Fri
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€1,952
24/11Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
10h 36mORD-FRA
10/12Tue
directUnited Airlines
9h 35mFRA-ORD
€2,028
22/11Fri
directUnited Airlines
8h 25mORD-FRA
24/11Sun
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€2,363
23/11Sat
directUnited Airlines
8h 25mORD-FRA
30/11Sat
directUnited Airlines
9h 25mFRA-ORD
€2,421
22/11Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
33h 15mORD-FRA
26/11Tue
directUnited Airlines
9h 35mFRA-ORD
€4,299
25/11Mon
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
26h 54mORD-FRA
4/12Wed
multi-stopTAP AIR PORTUGAL
34h 24mFRA-ORD
€4,885
25/11Mon
multi-stop
45h 16mORD-FRA
16/12Mon
multi-stop
42h 54mFRA-ORD
€12,006
25/11Mon
multi-stop
45h 16mORD-FRA
1/12Sun
multi-stop
41h 55mFRA-ORD
€12,007

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