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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Paris flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Alternative Chicago to Paris routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Chicago to Paris? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chicago to Paris: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$670
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time8 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week80

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Paris: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Paris: Paris Orly, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Beauvais.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Paris is $669. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
8 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Paris.
Air France, KLM and Virgin Atlantic fly direct from Chicago to Paris.
As of December 2025, there are 80 flights per week flying from Chicago to Paris.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Paris is usually January.
If you're flying from Chicago, the cheapest airport near Paris is Paris Orly – which is 14.7 km away from the centre of Paris. We've found flights into this airport from $669.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Paris on Wednesday, 21 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 3 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Paris but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Paris is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. August is typically the warmest month in Paris, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Paris is TAP Air Portugal. And the cheapest airline that flies to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is Delta.

Flying from Chicago to Paris: what you need to know

  • Chicago is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Paris leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Paris has a variety of airports you can jet into. Hop off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) or Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).

  • Around 8 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Chicago to Paris flight.

  • Paris's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Paris six hours ahead of Chicago.

  • The most popular route for flights from Chicago to Paris is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Take your pick of 16 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to CDG is the 17:10 Air France option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:40 with American Airlines.

  • To ensure you get on your Chicago to Paris flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Paris

  • Book seven months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Chicago to Paris flights.

  • October is the best month for landing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Chicago to Paris. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on cheap flights from Chicago to Paris.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Chicago to Paris flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • You can catch a direct flight from Chicago to Paris departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Begin your trip at ORD and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).

  • Leading airlines that offer direct Chicago to Paris plane tickets from ORD include:

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Chicago to Paris flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Chicago to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to O'Hare International Airport:

  • 74.85% of flights that take off from O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Chicago to Paris flight, here's where you can stop when leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to Paris? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Arriving in Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 45 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:

  • Grab a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car and explore Paris and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Keddy By Europcar and Europcar are top outlets to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport around two weeks ahead of your Chicago to Paris flight.

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • The centre of Paris is located around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Chicago to Paris has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 55 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Kick back after your Chicago to Paris flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar make picking up a Paris Orly Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • Paris Orly Airport is located at 94396 Orly Aérogare.

Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)

  • Hop off your flight from Chicago to Paris and go directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near BVA after your Chicago to Paris flight. Take a load off after a long travel day or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your journey with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar make getting on the road effortless.

  • Plan ahead and enjoy the payoff. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Chicago to Paris for the best deals.

  • Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.

Best time to go to Paris

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Chicago to Paris. June is the busiest month to travel to Paris. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your Chicago to Paris ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Paris around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Paris

Explore more of France

  • Paris has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of France waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres south-east of Paris, a visit to Lyon will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in France, consider Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are key highlights.

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