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Chicago.P25,152 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P25,152, select.
Chicago.P27,269 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep, returning Sat, 18 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P27,269, select.
Chicago.P29,346 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,346, select.
Chicago.P29,849 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Dec.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P29,849, select.
Chicago.P33,481 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P33,481, select.
Chicago.P34,695 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P34,695, select.
Chicago.P35,108 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P35,108, select.
Chicago.P35,278 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From P35,278, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bucharest to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
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Jun
from P38,333
Jul
from P41,926
Aug
from P40,601
Sep
from P29,346
Oct
from P25,152
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Dec
from P36,090
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Apr
from P35,108

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Bucharest to Chicago: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP25,152
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Bucharest to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Bucharest to Chicago is P25,152. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Bucharest to Chicago. But we found flights with one or more stops from P25,152.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Bucharest to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Bucharest to Chicago is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Bucharest, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from P25,152.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bucharest to Chicago on Friday, 10 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Bucharest and Chicago. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chicago is Scandinavian Airlines .

Flying from Bucharest to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Bucharest's main base, Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Bucharest to Chicago.

  • Arrive in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is seven hours behind Bucharest.

  • Leave enough time to catch your Bucharest to Chicago flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Chicago

  • To find cheap Bucharest to Chicago flights, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Bucharest to Chicago.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Bucharest to Chicago.

  • Find a cheap Bucharest to Chicago flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • We make it simple to find a Bucharest to Chicago flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)

    • Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)

  • OTP is around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Bucharest to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport:

  • 71.27% of flights taking off from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

Arriving in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The distance from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Bucharest to Chicago. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget to explore Chicago and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Chicago flight.

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • The centre of Chicago is around 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Bucharest to Chicago has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near MDW. Tuck yourself in after your Bucharest to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW will help you save.

  • You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Head to the city centre after your flight from Bucharest to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is about 129 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly compact just for you or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available here from names such as Budget, Alamo and National.

  • Rental companies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so secure your vehicle from RFD ahead of your flight from Bucharest to Chicago. A bit of planning goes a long way in savings.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport's address is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Bucharest to Chicago. August is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Bucharest to Chicago ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap flights from Bucharest to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Chicago

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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