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      Compare flights from Chicago to United Kingdom

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      Where in United Kingdom would you like to go?

      There are lots of destinations to choose from when you're planning your trip from Chicago to United Kingdom.
      London
      1+ stopsFrom ج.م.‏ 10,511
      Glasgow
      1+ stopsFrom ج.م.‏ 12,862
      Manchester
      1+ stopsFrom ج.م.‏ 13,088
      Edinburgh
      1+ stopsFrom ج.م.‏ 13,777
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      Flying from Chicago to United Kingdom

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight ticket foundج.م.‏ 10,511
      Cheapest month to flySeptember
      Average flight time7 hrs, 44 mins
      Places to go51
      Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
      Average flights per week1,718

      Cheapest time to fly from Chicago to United Kingdom

      Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to United Kingdom from Chicago? We can help you pick the cheapest month to fly.
      Aug
      from ج.م.‏ 14,714
      Sep
      from ج.م.‏ 10,511
      Oct
      from ج.م.‏ 11,391
      Nov
      from ج.م.‏ 12,941
      Dec
      from ج.م.‏ 11,445
      Jan
      from ج.م.‏ 12,862
      Feb
      from ج.م.‏ 15,362
      Mar
      from ج.م.‏ 13,674
      Apr
      from ج.م.‏ 13,622
      May
      from ج.م.‏ 15,197
      Jun
      from ج.م.‏ 19,226
      Jul
      from ج.م.‏ 16,289

      Chicago to United Kingdom flight deals

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to United Kingdom? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ج.م.‏ 30,470. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.
      London.ج.م.‏ 10,511 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,511, select.
      Glasgow.ج.م.‏ 12,862 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Glasgow Intl.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 12,862, select.
      Manchester.ج.م.‏ 13,088 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,088, select.
      Edinburgh.ج.م.‏ 13,777 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 13,777, select.
      Birmingham.ج.م.‏ 14,037 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 14,037, select.
      Newcastle.ج.م.‏ 14,658 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Newcastle.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 14,658, select.
      Liverpool.ج.م.‏ 15,106 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Liverpool.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 15,106, select.
      Bristol.ج.م.‏ 15,394 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Bristol.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 15,394, select.
      Belfast.ج.م.‏ 16,090 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Belfast International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 16,090, select.
      London.ج.م.‏ 16,252 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Mar.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound direct flight with Iberia departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 16,252, select.
      Aberdeen.ج.م.‏ 16,269 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Aberdeen.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 16,269, select.
      Durham.ج.م.‏ 16,339 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Teesside International.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 16,339, select.
      Leeds.ج.م.‏ 16,745 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 16,745, select.
      Southampton.ج.م.‏ 17,167 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Southampton.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,167, select.
      Newquay.ج.م.‏ 17,502 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Newquay.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,502, select.
      Cardiff.ج.م.‏ 17,573 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Cardiff.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,573, select.
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      Flights from Chicago to United Kingdom FAQs

      The cheapest flight from Chicago to United Kingdom costs ج.م.‏ 26,755.

      Explore the different prices of flights from Chicago to United Kingdom and find the best option for you.
      The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to United Kingdom is October. See if any of these flights in October suit you.
      We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Chicago to United Kingdom is Chicago to London Gatwick. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from ج.م.‏ 26,755.

      Take a look at Chicago to London Gatwick flights.
      The average flight time from Chicago to United Kingdom is 8 hours.
      Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to United Kingdom from Chicago is Frontier Airlines.

      Explore Frontier Airlines flight ticket options today. 

      If this airline doesn't suit you, the second cheapest airline is Finnair.

      How to find cheap flights from Chicago to United Kingdom

      • ج.م.‏ 26,755 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from Chicago to United Kingdom.

      • That fare will get you from Chicago to London Gatwick in London.

      • ج.م.‏ 10,511 is the lowest price for a one-way trip.

      • Willing to go wherever the cheap flights are? Enter 'United Kingdom' in the 'To' field to discover the lowest fares across different cities.

      • United Kingdom has roughly 25 international airports, so you'll have your pick of arrival options.

      • Widen your search by selecting 'Add nearby airports.' This will compare prices across the airports closest to both your departure and destination points, which could help you save.

      • Book as early as possible. You'll have more times, routes and airlines to pick from. Wait too long and you're likely to be left with limited options and higher costs.

      • Get notified when fares change by creating a Price Alert. Download the Skyscanner app to have updates sent straight to your phone.

      Best time to fly from Chicago to United Kingdom

      • October is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Chicago to United Kingdom.

      • Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with fares coming in lower during midweek when it's quieter.

      • Peak travel season in United Kingdom runs through July, August and September. September is the busiest month and a good time to visit if you want everything open and in full swing.

      • Alternatively, skip the peak season surge by searching for flights in January, February and March. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.

      Flights from Chicago to United Kingdom: what to expect

      • You can choose from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) when planning your flight from Chicago.

      • Around two airports across United Kingdom can be reached on a nonstop flight from Chicago.

      • Roughly 59 direct flights operate each week between Chicago and destinations across United Kingdom.

      • The top airlines flying this route include:

      • When it comes to the most popular routes from Chicago to United Kingdom, London and Edinburgh are easy favourites.

      • London is the quickest destination to reach at around 7 hours 45 minutes, while Edinburgh has the longest flight time at roughly 7 hours 50 minutes.

      • Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 7 hours 55 minutes.

      Popular places to visit in United Kingdom

      London

      • A popular destination for Chicago to United Kingdom flights, this city in England earns its place on any travel itinerary. From The British Museum and Westminster Abbey to Big Ben, the highlights come thick and fast.

      • Arrive in London through London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or London Stansted Airport (STN).

      • Check out the lineup of hotels in London and round out your trip with a stay that suits your plans.

      Manchester

      • Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Science and Industry Museum offer a solid introduction to the highlights in this England city.

      • Touch down at Manchester Airport (MAN) and go straight from arrivals to exploring the sights.

      • Browse hotels in Manchester and lock in a stay that keeps up with your plans.

      Edinburgh

      • Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock are standout sights to tick off while you're in this corner of Scotland.

      • You can arrive in the city through its main airport, Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

      • Whether you prefer fuss-free comfort or something fancier, hotels in Edinburgh offer options for every type of trip.

      Visiting United Kingdom for the first time? Here's what you need to know

      • Entry rules can vary depending on your travel plans and passport, so always check ahead. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.

      • The local currency is the British pound (GBP). You can get by comfortably using credit and debit cards almost everywhere.

      • United Kingdom has a population of around 70 million. The capital city is London.

      • You won't have to adjust your watch as you travel around this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+0 inches place.

      • The weather can shape everything from what you wear to what you see, so choose your season wisely. July is United Kingdom's warmest month.

      • Visit sometime around January if you'd rather be there when it's cooler.

      • December tends to be the wettest month, while April is the driest.

      • Some of the most popular events on the local calendar include Notting Hill Carnival, Glastonbury Festival and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Line up your Chicago to United Kingdom flight around moments like these to experience something beyond the ordinary.

      Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

      United Kingdom hotels and car hire

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