Cheap Flights from Chicago to Moscow Starting at $415

The route Chicago — Moscow is served by many carriers — 12 in total, including Frontier Airlines, Icelandair, Spirit Airlines, KLM, British Airways, American Airlines, United Airlines, Air Serbia, Aer Lingus, TAP Portugal, HiSky, and Turkish Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $415) 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.

O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is Chicago's main international hub and a major connecting point for both legacy carriers and many global airlines, so fares can range from budget-friendly to premium depending on carrier and timing. Located about 17 miles northwest of downtown, travel to the Loop typically takes 30–60 minutes by car depending on traffic, or roughly 45–60 minutes by CTA Blue Line with fares around $2.50–$5.00; taxis and rideshares usually cost $35–$60. Strengths include extensive route options and frequent flights; downsides can be long connection walks, busy terminals, and periodic delays during peak periods. Midway International Airport (MDW) functions largely as Chicago's secondary airport with a strong focus on domestic and low-cost carriers, which can make it a competitively priced option for many travelers. It sits about 10 miles southwest of downtown, and the Orange Line of the CTA gets you to the Loop in about 25–35 minutes for fares in the same $2.50–$5.00 range; taxis or rideshares typically run $25–$45. Advantages include shorter walking distances and easier security lines at times; trade-offs may include fewer international connections and limited late-night service compared with the larger hub.

Moscow is served by several airports that cater to different travel needs. Sheremetyevo (SVO) functions as the primary international hub, hosting a mix of full-service carriers and many SkyTeam flights; it’s typically perceived as mid-to-premium in comfort and prices. Vnukovo (VKO) handles a mix of international and domestic services with some low-cost and charter presence and can be comparatively cheaper for certain routes. Domodedovo (DME) is another major international gateway favored by a range of carriers, often seen as mid-priced. Zhukovsky (ZIA) and smaller specialty airfields serve charters and low-cost options for select routes. Distances to the city center vary: Sheremetyevo is about 30–35 km north-west, Domodedovo roughly 42–45 km south-east, and Vnukovo about 28–35 km south-west; travel times can range from 35 minutes to well over 90 minutes depending on traffic. Common transfers include Aeroexpress/train links (30–45 minutes for some airports), dedicated airport shuttles, city buses or marshrutkas, taxis and rideshares with fares or journey costs typically spanning modest public-transport prices up to higher taxi rates depending on distance and demand. Pros include broad airline choice and frequent international connections; cons can be variable transfer times, busy terminals, and occasional congestion during peak periods.