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Cheap flights from Manchester to Chicago from £278

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — CHI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Manchester to Chicago are usually found in February or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Manchester (MAN) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£459

One-way from

£278

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£511
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 4/3-26/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 25h 23m total
  • Manchester to Chicago
26/4
  • 26/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 48m total
  • Manchester to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£68 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 4/308:55MAN - ORD
1 stop11h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 26/316:27ORD - MAN
2 stops13h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£459
Fri 25/408:40MAN - ORD
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/416:30ORD - MAN
1 stop20h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£461
Sat 26/411:35MAN - ORD
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 27/422:30ORD - MAN
1 stop12h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2£466
Wed 23/413:05MAN - ORD
1 stop14h 10mIcelandair
Mon 28/419:30ORD - MAN
1 stop10h 10mIcelandair
Deal found 20/2£467
Sun 9/310:10MAN - ORD
1 stop13h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 31/320:05ORD - MAN
1 stop16h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/2£494
Wed 23/419:15MAN - ORD
1 stop25h 00mIberia
Wed 30/418:30ORD - MAN
2 stops15h 05mIberia
Deal found 20/2£498
Sat 26/407:50MAN - ORD
1 stop15h 10mFinnair
Wed 30/422:20ORD - MAN
1 stop11h 15mFinnair
Deal found 20/2£501
Fri 21/314:00MAN - ORD
1 stop24h 52mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 24/317:30ORD - MAN
1 stop33h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2£503
Fri 28/209:00MAN - ORD
1 stop11h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 25/319:30ORD - MAN
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2£517
Wed 12/312:00MAN - MDW
1 stop15h 23mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 19/312:51MDW - MAN
1 stop13h 44mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 21/2£519
Thu 6/318:50MAN - ORD
1 stop24h 05mSWISS
Sat 29/318:55ORD - MAN
1 stop17h 00mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£521
Fri 7/311:05MAN - ORD
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Thu 27/319:00ORD - MAN
1 stop16h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£526

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Manchester

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Tue 4/3

08:55-14:45

1 stop11h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/3

16:27-11:00

2 stops13h 33m

£459

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Fri 25/4

08:40-14:45

1 stop12h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/4

16:30-18:35

1 stop20h 05m

£461

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Sat 26/4

11:35-13:15

2 stops31h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/4

22:30-17:25

1 stop12h 55m

£466

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Wed 23/4

13:05-21:15

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/4

19:30-11:40

1 stop10h 10m

£467

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Sun 9/3

10:10-18:50

1 stop13h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/3

20:05-18:30

1 stop16h 25m

£494

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Wed 23/4

19:15-14:15

1 stop25h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/4

18:30-15:35

2 stops15h 05m

£498

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Sat 26/4

07:50-17:00

1 stop15h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/4

22:20-15:35

1 stop11h 15m

£501

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Fri 21/3

14:00-09:52

1 stop24h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/3

17:30-07:35

1 stop33h 05m

£503

ManchesterChicago

MAN - ORD

MANORD

Manchester

Sun 2/3

08:55-14:45

1 stop11h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/3

19:30-11:25

1 stop10h 55m

£517

ManchesterChicago

MAN - MDW

MANMDW

Manchester

Wed 12/3

12:00-22:23

1 stop15h 23m

Chicago Midway

Wed 19/3

12:51-07:35

1 stop13h 44m

£519

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Manchester to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Manchester to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Manchester to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Manchester to Chicago is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Manchester to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAN to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Manchester to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Manchester to Chicago at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manchester to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Manchester to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Manchester to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Finnair from Manchester to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Chicago to Manchester flights?

    There are two airports in Chicago that service Manchester Airport (MAN). Chicago O’Hare International Airport (CHI) is the main gateway to Chicago and its surrounding region. There are excellent local transport connections to the city and the wider area as well as lots of amenities for passengers passing through the airport. Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is the second airport on this route and also has good transport connections to the city and beyond. Manchester Airport is the third busiest in the UK, and so it too is very well resourced with train, bus and taxi connections to Manchester. The airport hosts a full suite of passenger facilities, including restaurants, bars, shops and lounges. There are hotels on-site at all three airports.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Chicago to Manchester?

    Unfortunately, there are no direct flights between Chicago Midway (MDW) or Chicago O’Hare (CHI) and Manchester (MAN). However, there are plenty of options on indirect flights through other European cities. Virgin Atlantic dominates the Midway connection with a flight to Manchester via Atlanta (ATL) or a two-stop option via Atlanta and Paris (CDG). From O’Hare (CHI), Austrian Airlines can get you to Manchester via Zurich (ZRH). SAS fly through their home hub of Copenhagen (CPH) while Aer Lingus travel via Dublin (DUB). Virgin Atlantic makes their change in JFK, New York. Lufthansa transits through Munich (MUC) while United Airlines makes a stopover in Brussels (BRU) before arriving in Manchester.

  • What are the stopover options between Chicago to Manchester?

    There is quite a bit of variety in the stopover options on flights to Manchester from Chicago. United Airlines is the fastest, with a 55min stopover in Brussels, although you will need to be quick to get to your second plane. Lufthansa, on the other hand, has the longest stopover on this route with a time of around 9h 15min in Munich. Austrian Airlines will keep you in Zurich for around 6h 40min while Aer Lingus will transit for 7h 55min in Dublin. Virgin Atlantic’s JFK stopover will take 4h 40min. If you in a position to choose between Virgin’s one-stop or two-stop route from Midway Airport, there is potentially a saving to be made if you are willing to take the longer two-stop route through Atlanta (ATL) and Paris (CDG).

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Chicago to Manchester?

    Passengers flying on a United States passport will not need a visa to visit the UK as a tourist for up to six months. You do, however, need to ensure your passport is valid beyond the date of return travel, and you may be asked to show a return flight ticket.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Chicago?

    Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Manchester is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Manchester. Booking flights from Manchester (MAN) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manchester to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Manchester to Chicago is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £459 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Icelandair, starting at £466 and £467 round-trip. British Airways is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to Chicago one-way?

    £592 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aer Lingus. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SWISS and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with prices starting from £650 and £678, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Manchester to Chicago?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dublin?

    If you're on a stopover in Dublin and looking for things to do, consider visiting Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Royal Dublin Society, or Button Factory. Travelers on a layover in Dublin can visit Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Royal Dublin Society, and Button Factory, by traveling 5.7 mi, 6.9 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively after landing at Dublin. Those on a stopover in Dublin in need of a car hire can book one at Dublin for about £18.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in London?

    Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and London Bridge are the most popular attractions in London if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, or London Bridge can do so by travelling 12.5 mi, 16.5 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a stopover in London in need of a car hire can book one at London Heathrow for about £24.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Manchester to Chicago flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Manchester to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£381Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IcelandairCheapest£392Average£553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Aer LingusCheapest£414Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£458Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£496Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£519Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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