How long is the flight from Chicago to Paris?

Non-stop flights on ORD → CDG are typically around 8.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.

Which airlines fly from Chicago to Paris?

The main carriers on this route are Air France, United, American. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris?

Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, March. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.

How far ahead should I book Chicago to Paris?

Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.

Can I book directly on destination.com?

The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

ORD → CDG

Chicago to Paris flights.

Live cached fares on Chicago (ORD) → Paris (CDG), refreshed every 30 minutes. Non-stop and connecting itineraries side by side — compare airlines, times and stops, then book in one click.

Flying time
~8.5h non-stop
Airlines
Air France, United, American
Cheapest months
January, February, March

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Chicago → Paris · 22 fares12-month low · $268

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Cheapest
Icelandair · FI 856
OutboundORD → CDGMon, Jul 27 · 3:25 AM· 9h 30m· 1 stop
$268
one-way
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Icelandair · FI 852
OutboundORD → CDGThu, Jul 16 · 12:25 AM· 9h 40m· 1 stop
$285
one-way
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Icelandair · FI 856
OutboundORD → CDGWed, Aug 5 · 3:25 AM· 9h 30m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Aug 11 · 3:15 PM· 10h 10m· 1 stop
$775
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 852
OutboundORD → CDGWed, Aug 19 · 12:25 AM· 9h 40m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDFri, Aug 28 · 12:00 PM· 10h 25m· 1 stop
$785
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 856
OutboundORD → CDGWed, Jul 1 · 3:25 AM· 9h 30m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Jul 7 · 5:15 AM· 10h 10m· 1 stop
$839
total round-trip
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Icelandair · FI 856
OutboundORD → CDGMon, Jun 15 · 3:25 AM· 9h 30m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDSat, Jun 20 · 3:15 PM· 10h 10m· 1 stop
$891
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 856
OutboundORD → CDGThu, Jun 11 · 3:25 AM· 9h 30m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Jun 16 · 5:15 AM· 10h 20m· 1 stop
$935
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 856
OutboundORD → CDGThu, Jun 18 · 3:25 AM· 9h 30m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Jun 30 · 5:15 AM· 10h 10m· 1 stop
$937
total round-trip
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SAS · SK 944
OutboundORD → CDGTue, Jun 23 · 12:15 AM· 10h 30m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDThu, Jun 25 · 9:15 AM· 11h 5m· 1 stop
$941
total round-trip
Book →
Air Canada · AC 504
OutboundORD → CDGWed, Jun 17 · 2:55 PM· 9h 40m· 2 stops
ReturnCDG ← ORDWed, Jun 24 · 7:45 AM· 11h 10m· 2 stops
$957
total round-trip
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American Airlines · AA 3602
OutboundORD → CDGSat, Jun 13 · 6:24 PM· 9h 17m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDWed, Jun 17 · 10:20 AM· 10h 25m· 1 stop
$976
total round-trip
Book →
American Airlines · AA 3602
OutboundORD → CDGSat, Jun 13 · 6:24 PM· 9h 17m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Jun 16 · 10:20 AM· 10h 25m· 1 stop
$977
total round-trip
Book →
Air Canada · AC 8480
OutboundORD → CDGSun, Jul 12 · 4:05 PM· 9h 8m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDSun, Jul 19 · 4:45 AM· 11h· 1 stop
$979
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 852
OutboundORD → CDGThu, Jun 11 · 12:25 AM· 9h 40m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDWed, Jun 17 · 5:15 AM· 10h 10m· 1 stop
$991
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 852
OutboundORD → CDGFri, Jun 12 · 12:25 AM· 9h 40m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDWed, Jun 17 · 3:15 PM· 10h 10m· 1 stop
$999
total round-trip
Book →
PD · PD 6031
OutboundORD → CDGWed, Jun 10 · 1:35 AM· 10h 11m· 2 stops
ReturnCDG ← ORDMon, Jun 15 · 7:45 AM· 11h 18m· 2 stops
$1,012
total round-trip
Book →
Aer Lingus · EI 124
OutboundORD → CDGTue, Jun 9 · 2:00 AM· 9h 20m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Jun 16 · 8:20 AM· 11h 39m· 2 stops
$1,018
total round-trip
Book →
Air Canada · AC 510
OutboundORD → CDGFri, Jun 19 · 1:40 AM· 10h 26m· 2 stops
ReturnCDG ← ORDSun, Jun 21 · 4:45 PM· 10h 12m· 1 stop
$1,058
total round-trip
Book →
QK · QK 8912
OutboundORD → CDGFri, Jun 12 · 10:35 PM· 9h 59m· 2 stops
ReturnCDG ← ORDThu, Jun 18 · 12:05 PM· 10h 50m· 2 stops
$1,074
total round-trip
Book →
Air Canada · AC 8908
OutboundORD → CDGMon, Jun 15 · 7:15 PM· 9h 55m· 2 stops
ReturnCDG ← ORDTue, Jun 16 · 10:20 AM· 10h 25m· 1 stop
$1,122
total round-trip
Book →
Air Canada · AC 510
OutboundORD → CDGTue, Jun 9 · 1:20 AM· 9h 13m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDSun, Jun 14 · 8:05 AM· 10h 52m· 2 stops
$1,123
total round-trip
Book →
Icelandair · FI 852
OutboundORD → CDGTue, Jun 9 · 12:25 AM· 9h 40m· 1 stop
ReturnCDG ← ORDFri, Jun 12 · 5:15 AM· 10h 20m· 1 stop
$1,182
total round-trip
Book →

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About Chicago → Paris

AF-Delta / UA daily non-stops. Shoulder-season fares dip below $500 round-trip if booked 8 weeks out.

Typical non-stop flying time is around 8.5 hours. Major carriers on this route include Air France, United, American. Fares are usually cheapest in January, February, March — book 6–10 weeks ahead and avoid school-holiday peaks (late June–August, Christmas–New Year) for the best pricing.

Month-by-month price guide: Chicago to Paris

Live cheapest round-trip fare cached on ORD → CDG for each of the next 12 months. Tap any month and run a live search to confirm.

Jun
Low
from $839
Jul
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from $979
Aug
Low
from $775
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Cheapest next 12 months: August from $775 round-trip. Run a live search →

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Questions, answered

How long is the flight from Chicago to Paris?
Non-stop flights on ORD → CDG are typically around 8.5 hours. Connecting itineraries add 3–8 hours depending on the hub and layover.
Which airlines fly from Chicago to Paris?
The main carriers on this route are Air France, United, American. Codeshare and one-stop options add several more — the filter panel above shows every airline in the current fare set.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Paris?
Historically the lowest fares land in January, February, March. Summer (mid-June through mid-August) and the Christmas / New Year window are always peak. Mid-week departures (Tuesday–Thursday) typically beat weekend prices by 10–20%.
How far ahead should I book Chicago to Paris?
Six to ten weeks ahead is the sweet spot for this route. Inside three weeks, fares tend to spike as airlines sell to last-minute business travellers. Award availability often opens 10–11 months out if you're booking on miles.
Can I book directly on destination.com?
The Book button on each fare opens the airline or OTA (Trip.com, Kiwi, Expedia, Booking, Priceline, etc.) that's actually selling that ticket. You complete payment there at the same price you saw here — we never add a markup.

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