Cheap Flights from Chicago to Milan Starting at $225

The route Chicago — Milan is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including Icelandair, British Airways, Lufthansa, Aer Lingus, Frontier Airlines, and LOT Polish Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $225) 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.

Milan is served by three main airports with distinct roles. Malpensa (MXP) is the international hub typically handling long-haul and full-service carriers as well as some higher-end European connections; it sits about 50 km northwest of central Milan and can be reached by the Malpensa Express train in roughly 40–50 minutes (tickets usually in a modest fare band) or by bus and taxi in around 50–70 minutes depending on traffic. Linate (LIN) is the city’s closest airport, mainly focused on domestic and short-haul European flights operated by legacy and regional airlines; it’s about 7 km from the city center, reachable by bus or metro in roughly 20–30 minutes and by taxi in 15–25 minutes, offering convenience at a generally higher perceived price for short routes. Orio al Serio/Bergamo (BGY) functions largely as a budget and charter base used by low-cost carriers; located about 45 km northeast, transfer options include shuttle buses taking about 45–70 minutes and taxis for longer but costlier rides. Pros: Malpensa for wide connectivity, Linate for proximity and quick city access, Bergamo for lower fares; cons: Malpensa and Bergamo require longer ground transfers, while Linate can be pricier for short hops.

Chicago has two primary airports serving different needs. O’Hare International (ORD) is the city’s main international and connecting hub, typically hosting legacy carriers like United and American along with many global airlines; it can be pricier for last-minute international flights but often offers more nonstop choices. Midway (MDW) functions more as a domestic and budget-friendly option, commonly used by low-cost carriers such as Southwest. O’Hare sits about 17–20 miles northwest of downtown — the Blue Line rail takes roughly 40–50 minutes for fares in the lower single-digit dollars, while taxis and rideshares can be 30–60 minutes depending on traffic and cost more. Midway is closer, around 8–10 miles southwest; the Orange Line reaches downtown in about 25–30 minutes for a small fare, with shorter taxi rides. Pros: O’Hare’s broad connectivity is convenient for transfers and long-haul routes; Midway’s compact layout and proximity can make domestic trips quicker and cheaper. Cons: O’Hare can be busy with longer walking and connection times, and Midway may have fewer nonstop international options.

In different months, ticket prices from Chicago to Milan vary: minimum — $411 (May 2026), maximum — $428 (December 2025). Typically, the flight costs $420–$428.