A stunning view of Chicago's skyline and river with prominent skyscrapers and bridges on a cloudy day. — flights from Paris to Chicago
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Flights from Paris to Chicago

Nonstop flights from Paris (CDG) to Chicago (ORD) take about 8h 50m (6,665 km). Air France and American Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $631 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Chicago

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A stunning view of Chicago's skyline and river with prominent skyscrapers and bridges on a cloudy day. — arriving in Chicago

Airport transfer

ORD → Chicago, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Paris Charles de Gaulle →1 lounge at Paris Charles de Gaulle AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresORD to Chicago: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Chicago →11 drop-off points, from $4.90

Things to book in Chicago

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Skyline view of Chicago's iconic skyscrapers including the John Hancock Center.from €24.10
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The historic Tribune Tower in Chicago, featuring its gothic architecture and American flag.from €26.78
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View of the historic Wrigley Building in downtown Chicago, showcasing its classic architecture.from €13.38
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Silhouette of visitors walking through a tunnel at Museum Campus, leading outdoors.from €26.78
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Airlines flying Paris to Chicago

Carriers on CDG–ORD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Air Francenonstop fare seen✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Paris to Chicago fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Apr 2027, from $631 one-way. With stops: Apr 2027, from $471. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$125829 Oct 2026$644 · 1 stop31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$7235 Nov 2026$473 · 2 stops2 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$73721 Dec 2026 · Air France$488 · 2 stops21 Dec 2026
Apr 2027$63117 Apr 2027 · Air France$471 · 1 stop17 Apr 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $473 for November 2026, $471 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Paris to Chicago, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Paris to Chicago flights

How long is the flight from Paris to Chicago?
A nonstop flight from Paris (CDG) to Chicago (ORD) takes about 8h 50m, covering 6,665 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Paris from Chicago by air?
The great-circle distance between Charles de Gaulle International Airport and Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 6,665 km (4,141 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Paris to Chicago?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CDG–ORD route include Air France and American Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Paris to Chicago cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CDG–ORD was $631 USD with Air France (nonstop), departing 17 Apr 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Paris to Chicago?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in April 2027 were cheapest, from $471 one-way, against $644 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Paris to Chicago?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $473 with one stop against $631 nonstop, a saving of $158. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from France to Chicago?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Chicago visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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