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Chicago to Frankfurt Flights
Flights from Chicago to Frankfurt let any traveler take an international vacation. These flights depart from O'Hare and land at the Frankfurt Airport, giving you the chance to see the best things about the city. Find great prices and deals on almost any flight you might want through Orbitz.com.
Chicago, Illinois
Millions of travelers visit Chicago every year for the historic sites, landmarks, museums, restaurants, and shops, but locals often escape the city by flying from O'Hare International Airport. Some residents take a bus to the airport by using the CTA Bus Line or PACE, while others rent a taxi or limousine. Taxi drivers often charge around $40 for a trip to the airport. You can also take your own car to the airport and park at one of the on-site lots. The daily lots charge $33 on weekdays and $31 on weekends. Valet parking costs $48, and you can also park in the economy lots for less than $20 per day.
Food at O'Hare is available from Starbuck's Coffee, Reggio's Hot Dogs, Auntie Anne's, America's Dog, and many other fast food restaurants. If you have more time available, you might try one of the sit-down restaurants.
Frankfurt, Germany
Millions of people use air travel to reach Frankfurt every year. The city is home to Oktoberfest, jazz festivals, and dozens of other festivals devoted to the arts. Travelers also get the chance to see live performances at some of the top theaters in the city, which let you enjoy the traditional culture of Germany.
See Frankfurt up Close
The Frankfurt Airport boasts two terminals, and each terminal has rental car agencies on-site. Advantage, Sixt, Hertz, and several others are in Terminal 1, while Terminal 2 is home to seven agencies, including Alamo, Europcar, and Budget. Travelers can also take a hotel shuttle to their hotel, or you can find a taxi outside the airport. It usually takes 30 minutes or less to reach downtown from the airport.
Before you choose a flight, you should think about when you want to travel. Winter starts in November, and temperatures can drop as low as 27 degrees Fahrenheit. Summer brings temperatures in the mid-70s to high 70s, and you can enjoy some of the top festivals during this season. The annual jazz festival occurs in March; however, if you visit for this event, wear warm clothing, because temperatures typically only reach the high 40s.
Even if you visit Frankfurt for one of these events, you will still want to find other things to do. The Tigerpalast Variete Theatre and English Theatre show traditional performances and shows throughout the year. The Stadel Museum, Senckenberg Natural History Museum, and German Film Museum appeal to those interested in history and culture. Some travelers also enjoy spending time walking through downtown and touring the many skyscrapers in the city.
Visit the City of Skyscrapers
United Airlines offers nonstop flights to Germany, but companies like Brussels Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, and several others provide connecting flights. When you need flights from Chicago to Frankfurt, visit Orbitz.com. In addition to discount flights, you can arrange for a rental car, hotel room, or tickets to events and attractions.
Cheap flights from Chicago to Frankfurt
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June
Cheapest weekend flights in June from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
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| Leave Thu, Jun 20 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,296 |
| Return Mon, Jun 24 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Thu, Jun 20 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,296 |
| Return Mon, Jun 24 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Best one-week trip in June from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Sun, Jun 2 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,463 |
| Return Sun, Jun 9 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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July
Cheapest weekend flights in July from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
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| Leave Thu, Jul 4 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,528 |
| Return Mon, Jul 8 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
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| Leave Sat, Jul 20 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,082 |
| Return Sun, Aug 11 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Best one-week trip in July from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
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| Leave Mon, Jul 22 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,412 |
| Return Mon, Jul 29 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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August
Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Wed, Aug 28 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,093 |
| Return Wed, Oct 16 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Best one-week trip in August from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
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| Leave Tue, Aug 6 | Chicago (ORD) | Frankfurt (FRA) |
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$1,215 |
| Return Tue, Aug 13 | Frankfurt (FRA) | Chicago (ORD) |
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Airports in Chicago IL, US
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Midway Airport (MDW)
Distance from City Center: 9.5 miles
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O'Hare Airport (ORD)
Distance from City Center: 15.1 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from ORD to FRA
Terminal Carriers Terminal 1 Lufthansa, United Airlines
Airports in Frankfurt , DE
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Frankfurt Int'l Airport (FRA)
Distance from City Center: 7.3 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from CHI to FRA
Terminal Carriers Terminal 1 Lufthansa, United Airlines -
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Hahn airport (HHN)
Distance from City Center: 63.8 miles
Aircraft Options
Aircraft options between Chicago and Frankfurt
| Equipment | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Boeing 777 | Lufthansa, United Airlines |
| Boeing 747-400 Passenger | Lufthansa, United Airlines |
Flight facts
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- 8 direct flights are operating from Chicago to Frankfurt today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 8h 25m.
- Lufthansa flight 9153 (9:20 AM GMT, Boeing 777) is today's earliest available flight from Chicago to Frankfurt.
- Lufthansa flight 433 (5:15 PM GMT, Boeing 747-400 Passenger) is today's latest available flight from Chicago to Frankfurt.
- Today's shortest direct flight from Chicago to Frankfurt (Lufthansa flight 431, Boeing 747-400 Passenger) takes 8h 15m.
- Today's longest direct flight from Chicago to Frankfurt (Lufthansa flight 9151, Boeing 777) takes 8h 45m.
- Flights from Midway Airport (MDW), O'Hare Airport (ORD) to Frankfurt Int'l Airport (FRA), Hahn airport (HHN) are available for this route.
Cheap airline tickets from Chicago to Frankfurt
| Airline | Departure | Arrival | Travel dates | Round-trip |
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| CHI | FRA | Wed, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 30 | $901 |
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| CHI | FRA | Thu, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 10 | $1,053 |
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| CHI | FRA | Thu, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 15 | $1,061 |
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| CHI | FRA | Thu, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 13 | $1,133 |
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| CHI | FRA | Wed, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 28 | $1,152 |
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| CHI | FRA | Wed, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 28 | $1,155 |
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| CHI | FRA | Wed, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 28 | $1,155 |
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| CHI | FRA | Wed, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 30 | $1,161 |
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| CHI | FRA | Wed, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 28 | $1,197 |
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| CHI | FRA | Thu, Nov 21 - Thu, Dec 12 | $1,214 |
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| CHI | FRA | Thu, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 30 | $1,224 |
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| CHI | FRA | Sun, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 30 | $1,308 |
Daily flight schedule for Wed, May 22, 2013
| Carrier | Flight # | Departing | Arriving | Aircraft | Flight time | ||
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| Airport | Time | Airport | Time | ||||
| Lufthansa | LH9153 | ORD | 2:20 PM | FRA | 5:45 AM | 777 | 8hr 25min |
| United Airlines | UA944 | ORD | 2:20 PM | FRA | 5:45 AM | 777 | 8hr 25min |
| Lufthansa | LH431 | ORD | 3:45 PM | FRA | 7:00 AM | 744 | 8hr 15min |
| United Airlines | UA8837 | ORD | 3:45 PM | FRA | 7:00 AM | 744 | 8hr 15min |
| Lufthansa | LH9151 | ORD | 6:10 PM | FRA | 9:55 AM | 777 | 8hr 45min |
| United Airlines | UA940 | ORD | 6:10 PM | FRA | 9:55 AM | 777 | 8hr 45min |
| Lufthansa | LH433 | ORD | 10:15 PM | FRA | 1:30 PM | 744 | 8hr 15min |
| United Airlines | UA8835 | ORD | 10:15 PM | FRA | 1:30 PM | 744 | 8hr 15min |