Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Istanbul – Chicago
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 25m Return – Nov 16, 2026
direct
10h 25m $678
3 days ago
Istanbul – Chicago
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 25m Return – Nov 17, 2026
direct
10h 50m $673
today
Istanbul – Chicago
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 25m Return – Nov 16, 2026
direct
10h 25m $670
yesterday
Istanbul – Chicago
Outbound – Nov 2, 2026
direct
12h 25m Return – Nov 16, 2026
direct
10h 25m $657
today
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$624
Average price of a round trip
$749
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
11h11
A flight from Istanbul to Chicago takes on average 11h11.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is July.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to Chicago
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Chicago (USA) from Istanbul (Turkey) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $634 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 32 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is KLM. A ticket from the airline KLM to Chicago costs on average $762.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Turkish Airlines and Turkish Airlines.
info departure city :
Istanbul, Turkey
airports :
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
local time :
Istanbul is a city in the country Turkey, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Istanbul, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 15°C.
The city of Istanbul (IST) has 2 airport(s): Istanbul and Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen
destination info :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 15°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
Useful info about Chicago
What is the least touristic period to go to Chicago?
If you want to visit Chicago during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?
In Chicago, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Istanbul to Chicago?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 32 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 32% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Istanbul to Chicago is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Istanbul and Chicago?
When you leave, you can leave from Istanbul or Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen, and you will arrive at Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare.
How to reach Istanbul airport from the city centre?
The airport Istanbul is located 30 km or Istanbul-Sabiha Gökçen is located 37 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Istanbul to Chicago?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Istanbul and Chicago?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Chicago and 24°C in Istanbul. The average rainfall in summer is 145 mm in Chicago and 26 mm in Istanbul. In summer, it is warmer in Istanbul and it rains less in Istanbul. In winter, it is colder in Istanbul and it rains more in Istanbul.
