Question 1

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Chicago?

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momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Chicago. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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Yes. All flights to Chicago on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Chicago?

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Once you have performed a search for flights to Chicago, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

Question 4

I’m not ready to book a flight to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chicago. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

Question 5

When is it best to fly to Chicago to go sightseeing?

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The city of Chicago has many sights to see while visiting. Many tourists find it ideal to go sightseeing when the weather is warmer, but not blistering. Consider booking your flight to Chicago for May or June, when temperatures are a bit higher and the chance of rain is relatively low. Many travellers find it worthwhile to visit Magnificent Mile, Art Institute of Chicago, and Grant Park.

Question 6

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

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We recommend purchasing flights from Ireland to Chicago 62 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Chicago for €497. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Ireland for as low as €373.

Question 7

Is there an alternative airport near Chicago?

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Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Chicago is possible. If you are planning a flight to Chicago, consider booking flights to Chicago Midway Airport (14 km from Chicago city centre) or Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (126 km from Chicago city centre).

Question 8

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Chicago?

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With an average price of €145 per person, Chicago Midway Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Chicago. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.

Question 9

Are there flights to Grand Boulevard?

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Yes, you can get a flight ticket to Chicago Midway if you want to reach Grand Boulevard. It is the nearest Chicago airport (11.0 km away).

Question 10

What’s the closest airport to Magnificent Mile?

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The closest airport to Magnificent Mile is 15.7 km away - Chicago’s Chicago Midway airport.

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

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Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Ireland are Aer Lingus, United Airlines, British Airways and Icelandair. There may also be other airline options depending on where in Ireland you’re flying from.

Question 12

Finnair Flights to Chicago

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The most popular airline for flights to Chicago on momondo is Finnair, which operates 34 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of London Heathrow, with the best deal for Finnair flights to Chicago being €388 (return, Dublin to Chicago, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 1,320 Finnair reviews, it is rated 7.6 by momondo users.

Question 13

Aer Lingus Flights to Chicago

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Aer Lingus flies to Chicago 54 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth. Aer Lingus (rating: 7.2, 1,230 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Chicago from. The best Aer Lingus ticket price found on momondo to Chicago was from Dublin (€379 return).

Question 14

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Chicago?

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Prices for flights to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 15

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Chicago?

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As of August 2025, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights to Chicago.

Question 16

How old do you have to be to fly to Chicago?

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Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Chicago.

Question 17

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Question 18

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

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If you’re flying from a popular airport in Ireland, such as Dublin or Cork, and flying into Chicago, then you can expect flight times to average 8h and 14h 10m, respectively.

Question 19

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

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In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Ireland to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as €517. Flying to Chicago in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are €677 on average. Flights to Chicago from Ireland at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 20

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Ireland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around €511 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Ireland for as low as €438 on momondo.

Question 21

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chicago from Ireland is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as €614. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chicago on Sunday is €703.

Question 22

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

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The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Ireland is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around €424, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Chicago in January, then you should wait until September to fly from Ireland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of €434.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHICAGO FROM DUBLIN	January	15% cheaper	Flying from Dublin to Chicago costs on average just €424 in January
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHICAGO FROM DUBLIN	July	21% more expensive	It costs about €606 for flights to Chicago from Dublin in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHICAGO FROM DUBLIN	October	294% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Chicago from Dublin in October than any other month

Best One-Way Price	€318
Best Round-Trip Price	€392
Fastest flight time	8h 20m
Popular in	July

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