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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Chicago to London, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Chicago to London is United Airlines. Flights operate on Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday.
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United Airlines
Su, Tu, and Sa
starting at $588
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is Chicago's primary international hub and a major connecting point for domestic and global carriers, so it typically hosts a mix of legacy and international airlines along with substantial premium and business traffic. Located about 17 miles northwest of downtown, travel to the Loop can take roughly 30–60 minutes by taxi or rideshare, or about 45 minutes by the CTA Blue Line with fares usually in the low single-digit range. Pros: extensive flight choices, many lounges and services; cons: can be busy and prone to weather-related delays. Overall, O'Hare is convenient for wide connectivity but can require extra time for transfers.
London is served by several distinct airports, each catering to different traveler needs. Heathrow (LHR) is the primary international hub, popular with full-service carriers and often positioned as a premium gateway; it lies about 20–25 km west of central London and is reachable by the Heathrow Express (15–20 minutes, higher fares), the Elizabeth Line or Piccadilly Line (30–60 minutes, moderate fares), and various taxis or coaches. Gatwick (LGW) to the south is a large international airport with a mix of full-service and leisure/budget airlines; trains to Victoria or London Bridge take roughly 30–45 minutes, with coach options typically cheaper but slower. Stansted (STN) and Luton (LTN) are commonly used by low-cost carriers and can be more budget-friendly overall, though they sit farther out (40–70 km north/northwest) and usually require longer transfers by train-plus-shuttle or coach (35–70 minutes, lower fares). London City (LCY) is a compact, business-oriented airport very close to Canary Wharf and the financial district (about 10 km), often popular for quick transfers and short-haul flights; it has efficient DLR connections (10–20 minutes) but fewer airline choices. Pros across the network include good rail and coach connectivity and many destination options; cons can include longer transfers to/from outlying airports, variable fares depending on carrier type, and potentially busy terminals at peak times.
Chicago — London
08/03/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA929
starting at $678
Chicago — London
08/15/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BA294
starting at $925
Chicago — London
07/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BA294
starting at $518
Chicago — London
06/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA920
starting at $1,298
Chicago — London
06/23/2026
Departure
Direct flight
BA294
starting at $3,067
Chicago — London
06/24/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA929
starting at $1,138
Chicago — London
06/25/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AA86
starting at $1,088
Chicago — London
06/26/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA929
starting at $1,382
Chicago — London
07/10/2026
Departure
Direct flight
AA098
starting at $741
starting at $678
starting at $518
starting at $741
starting at $267
starting at $306
starting at $347
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starting at $514
The route Chicago — London is served by many carriers — 9 in total, including United Airlines, British Airways, American Airlines, Allegiant Air, Icelandair, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Porter Airlines, and Volaris. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $267) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
The cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to London according to data for the last 48 hours costs $267
Often the best time to buy tickets from Chicago to London is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Chicago to London can be found flying in these months: July, August, June.
The fastest flights from Chicago to London start from 10 hours 15 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Chicago — London: United Airlines, British Airways, American Airlines
In different months, ticket prices from Chicago to London vary: minimum — $267 (July 2026), maximum — $414 (June 2026). Typically, the flight costs $329–$720.
On the Chicago — London route, prices first decline, hit a low, then start rising again. The middle of the period creates a price window — the best time to book.
Prices fall from June 2026 to July 2026 (35%), then rise from July 2026 to August 2026 (+15%). The best period is July 2026–August 2026 ($287), the most expensive is June 2026–July 2026 ($340).
The best time to buy is July 2026–August 2026, when prices are at their lowest. This can save you up to 16% compared to the expensive months (June 2026–July 2026).
Monthly price variation is 18.8%. On this route, your departure date noticeably affects the cost, and choosing wisely can lead to real savings.
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to London departs on 07/26/2026, is operated by Allegiant Air and costs $267
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Chicago to London departs on 08/15/2026, is operated by United Airlines and costs $631
Fastest flight from Chicago to London takes 10h 15m
There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa
The distance between Chicago and London is 6364km (3946 miles). There are 48 direct flights from Chicago to London. The time difference between Chicago and London is 6h. Flights from Chicago begin at 4:25 PM. The latest flight from Chicago departs at 10:30 PM
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