Which airlines fly to Chicago?

British Airways, Icelandair and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Glasgow according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Glasgow to Chicago?

Aer Lingus, Icelandair, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Glasgow to Chicago

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Glasgow to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Glasgow to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Glasgow to Chicago?

As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Glasgow to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Glasgow to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Glasgow to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

£256 Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Chicago in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Glasgow and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £564 to £743. The lowest price recently found on this route was £401.

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08:30 - 14:00GLA-ORD

11h 30m1 stop

21:15 - 15:25ORD-GLA

12h 10m1 stop

£401

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Mon, 8 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep

07:35 - 14:00GLA-ORD

12h 25m1 stop

21:15 - 15:30ORD-GLA

12h 15m1 stop

£412

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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep

14:20 - 18:15GLA-ORD

9h 55m1 stop

19:25 - 13:25ORD-GLA

12h 00m1 stop

£449Icelandair

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Thu, 18 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct

12:35 - 17:20GLA-ORD

10h 45m1 stop

18:30 - 09:55ORD-GLA

9h 25m1 stop

£472Icelandair

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Mon, 24 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

05:50 - 11:50GLA-ORD

12h 00m1 stop

22:35 - 16:45ORD-GLA

12h 10m1 stop

£493British Airways

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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep

06:00 - 21:56GLA-ORD

21h 56m2 stops

10:15 - 08:10ORD-GLA

15h 55m2 stops

£511Virgin Atlantic

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Tue, 9 Sep - Tue, 16 Sep

13:55 - 19:00GLA-ORD

11h 05m1 stop

21:15 - 19:40ORD-GLA

16h 25m1 stop

£516Aer Lingus

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Thu, 2 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct

08:35 - 14:00GLA-ORD

11h 25m1 stop

15:45 - 09:20ORD-GLA

11h 35m1 stop

£522Aer Lingus

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Mon, 6 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct

05:50 - 11:55GLA-ORD

12h 05m1 stop

20:40 - 14:55ORD-GLA

12h 15m1 stop

£526British Airways

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Mon, 1 Sep - Sat, 4 Oct

06:00 - 21:30GLA-ORD

21h 30m2 stops

16:15 - 16:10ORD-GLA

17h 55m1 stop

£587Virgin Atlantic

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Sat, 27 Sep - Sun, 5 Oct

Icelandair flights from Glasgow to Chicago

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Icelandair

18 Sept

GLA14:20Glasgow Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

ORD18:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

2 Oct

ORD19:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m

1 stop

GLA13:25Glasgow Intl

£449

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Icelandair

24 Nov

GLA12:35Glasgow Intl

10h 45m

1 stop

ORD17:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

5 Dec

ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 25m

1 stop

GLA09:55Glasgow Intl

£472

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Icelandair

3 Oct

GLA14:20Glasgow Intl

9h 55m

1 stop

ORD18:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

10 Oct

ORD22:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 10m

1 stop

GLA13:25Glasgow Intl

£518

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Virgin Atlantic flights from Glasgow to Chicago

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Virgin Atlantic

9 Sept

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

21h 56m

2 stops

ORD21:56Chicago O'Hare Intl

16 Sept

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 55m

2 stops

GLA08:10Glasgow Intl

£511

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Virgin Atlantic

27 Sept

GLA06:00Glasgow Intl

21h 30m

2 stops

ORD21:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

5 Oct

ORD16:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 55m

1 stop

GLA16:10Glasgow Intl

£587

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Virgin Atlantic

10 Oct

GLA16:55Glasgow Intl

27h 15m

1 stop

ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

13 Oct

ORD16:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 20m

1 stop

GLA13:00Glasgow Intl

£669

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GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Mon 8/9

08:30-14:00

1 stop11h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 15/9

21:15-15:25

1 stop12h 10m

£401

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Tue 9/9

07:35-14:00

1 stop12h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/9

21:15-15:30

1 stop12h 15m

£412

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Thu 18/9

14:20-18:15

1 stop9h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/10

19:25-13:25

1 stop12h 00m

£449

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Mon 24/11

12:35-17:20

1 stop10h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/12

18:30-09:55

1 stop9h 25m

£472

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Tue 9/9

05:50-11:50

1 stop12h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/9

22:35-16:45

1 stop12h 10m

£493

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Tue 9/9

06:00-21:56

2 stops21h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/9

10:15-08:10

2 stops15h 55m

£511

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Thu 2/10

13:55-19:00

1 stop11h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

21:15-19:40

1 stop16h 25m

£516

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Mon 6/10

08:35-14:00

1 stop11h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

15:45-09:20

1 stop11h 35m

£522

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Mon 1/9

05:50-11:55

1 stop12h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/10

20:40-14:55

1 stop12h 15m

£526

GlasgowChicago

GLA - ORD

GLAORD

Glasgow Intl

Sat 27/9

06:00-21:30

2 stops21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

16:15-16:10

1 stop17h 55m

£587

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Glasgow and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Glasgow is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around £398, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Chicago from Glasgow during March instead. Flights to Chicago in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around £481.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £531. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around £633.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Flying to Chicago from Glasgow in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £547 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £621.

What is the cheapest Glasgow to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Glasgow - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Glasgow when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £562 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Glasgow for as low as £467 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Glasgow to Chicago flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Glasgow to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	£256
Fastest flight time	9h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Glasgow in the past 72 hours is £256. The best return flight deal from Glasgow to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £401.

The fastest flight from Glasgow to Chicago takes 9h 55m

There are no direct flights from Glasgow to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Glasgow Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Glasgow Intl Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is Glasgow to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Glasgow and Chicago is about 3664.9 mi. Typically, this will take 9h 55m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Glasgow to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Glasgow to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Glasgow to Chicago?
As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Glasgow to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Glasgow to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Glasgow to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Glasgow to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom £325	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,221 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Air France	PriceFrom £334	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,469 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £376	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,283 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom £389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 529 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
KLM	PriceFrom £462	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £474	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,320 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 657 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom £509	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,334 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £510	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,922 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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