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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Chicago

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.R 4,977 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,977, select.
Chicago.R 4,985 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,985, select.
Chicago.R 6,162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Norwegian.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,162, select.
Chicago.R 7,071 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,071, select.
Chicago.R 7,191 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,191, select.
Chicago.R 7,204 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,204, select.
Chicago.R 8,283 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Vueling Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,283, select.
Chicago.R 8,569 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,569, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from R 4,977
May
from R 4,985
Jun
from R 6,162
Jul
from R 8,283
Aug
from R 7,191
Sep
from R 7,204
Oct
from R 7,071
Nov
from R 8,569
Dec
from R 10,143
Jan
from R 10,521
Feb
from R 8,580
Mar
from R 9,943

Alternative London Gatwick to Chicago routes

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

London to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,977
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick 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 London Gatwick to Chicago is R 9,197. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Chicago. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 9,197.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Chicago is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from London Gatwick 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 9,197.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago on Monday, 12 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Chicago. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 April, the average temperature is usually around 8°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, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 5 hours behind London.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from LGW to Chicago. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from LGW to Chicago with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)

    • Tampa International Airport (TPA)

    • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • If you have a passport from United Kingdom, you'll need an ETA to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.

  • Located around 80 kilometres from the centre of London, LGW can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chicago

  • R 4,977 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago. Return flights start at R 9,197. These fares can change based on availability.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LGW to Chicago. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago.

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

  • Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.

  • It'll take around 54 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Best time to go to Chicago

  • August is the most popular month to board a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Chicago, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.

  • Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from LGW to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.

More about Chicago

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

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are essential stops on your Chicago itinerary.

Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chicago to track down awesome deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Chicago, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.

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