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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM2,059. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle

Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Paris below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Paris Charles de Gaulle.

Chicago to Paris: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,059
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time8 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineAir France
Average flights per week96

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle is RM2,059. 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.
8 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle.
Air France, Iberia and Delta fly direct from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle.
As of March 2026, there are 192 flights per week flying from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport on Monday, 13 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 1 minute.
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 Paris Charles de Gaulle 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 Paris is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Chicago. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from here.

  • Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight.

  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is located in Paris. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Chicago.

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with American Airlines at 9:40pm. Opt for the first ORD to CDG departure with Air France at 5:10pm if getting there sooner works for you.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to CDG.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • At ORD, you'll find a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, including:

  • United sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ORD to CDG.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Air France has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Chicago to CDG with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and CDG include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

    • Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)

  • ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

  • 70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, browse these options when leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.

  • Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to CDG flight:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how often flights departing from this airport land on time.

  • The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • You can book a plane ticket from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) with a stopover. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a major connection point.

  • The trip to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 145 kilometres or so.

  • Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At RFD, that figure is 71%.

  • The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

About Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

Getting from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris

  • Central Paris is around 26 kilometres from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • RM1,066 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Return flights start at RM2,059. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book five months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to CDG.

  • The best month for finding cheap Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to CDG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a price drop.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). July is when most people travel to Paris. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in January.

  • Lock in a Chicago to CDG plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Paris

Explore more of France

  • You've done Paris, now it's time to explore other parts of France. Journey around 177 kilometres north to Lille to tick off its leading attractions. From Palais des Beaux Arts to Grand'Place and Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral at Lille, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Reims is another standout destination in France and is around 113 kilometres east of Paris. No journey is complete without seeing Champagne Park, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Centre of Visits and Krug.

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