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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.R 4,197 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,197, select.
Chicago.R 4,839 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,839, select.
Chicago.R 5,565 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,565, select.
Chicago.R 6,895 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,895, select.
Chicago.R 6,907 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,907, select.
Chicago.R 6,982 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,982, select.
Chicago.R 7,153 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,153, select.
Chicago.R 7,237 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from Rome Fiumicino on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,237, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Rome Fiumicino to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from R 8,620
Apr
from R 4,839
May
from R 4,197
Jun
from R 5,565
Jul
from R 7,393
Aug
from R 7,237
Sep
from R 6,895
Oct
from R 7,153
Nov
from R 6,907
Dec
from R 6,982
Jan
from R 8,693
Feb
from R 9,145

Direct flights from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago

Alternative Rome Fiumicino to Chicago routes

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

Rome to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,197
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time10 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week87

Finding cheap flights from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago is R 8,329. 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.
10 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago.
Air Canada, Lufthansa and Brussels Airlines fly direct from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago.
As of March 2025, there are 87 flights per week flying from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome Fiumicino to Chicago is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Rome Fiumicino Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from R 8,329.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Chicago on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 23 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 Chicago 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 Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 3°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Brussels Airlines and Iberia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago is 9 hours 9 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5. The city is 6 hours behind Rome, where Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is located.

  • With 28 flights a week between the two airports, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the busiest route. Ethiopian Airlines operates the earliest flight at 04:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from FCO to ORD is with American Airlines at 11:05.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from FCO to Chicago, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • You can reserve a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago. Start your journey at FCO and arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • Pick from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago. Get on board with any of these:

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from FCO to Chicago. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • If you hold a passport from Italy, you'll need an ETA to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before flying.

  • FCO is around 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 39 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 51 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near FCO:

How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Chicago

  • R 4,197 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,329. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from FCO to Chicago by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from FCO to Chicago. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Best time to go to Chicago

  • August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Chicago, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • Book your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from FCO to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC.

More about Chicago

  • Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Chicago, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top sights which should feature on any good Chicago itinerary.

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