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Cheap flights from Leeds to Chicago from £319

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LBA — CHI
14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Leeds to Chicago

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Cheapest flights from Leeds to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Leeds to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 February 2026.

Wed 11/306:10
LBA
-
ORD
1 stop14h 10m
KLM
Wed 25/317:25
ORD
-
LBA
1 stop11h 05m
KLM
Deal found 9/2£605
Wed 11/306:10
LBA
-
ORD
1 stop14h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 25/310:40
ORD
-
LBA
2 stops17h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/2£615
Wed 11/310:00
LBA
-
ORD
2 stops16h 49m
Delta
Wed 25/310:40
ORD
-
LBA
2 stops17h 50m
Delta
Deal found 9/2£619
Wed 11/306:10
LBA
-
MDW
2 stops17h 30m
Delta
Wed 25/318:07
MDW
-
LBA
2 stops17h 38m
Delta
Deal found 9/2£623
Sun 29/313:50
LBA
-
ORD
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/419:05
ORD
-
LBA
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2£625
Mon 20/417:25
LBA
-
ORD
1 stop26h 50m
KLM
Mon 6/716:50
ORD
-
LBA
1 stop10h 50m
KLM
Deal found 9/2£643
Mon 20/406:30
LBA
-
ORD
2 stops15h 48m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 6/716:50
ORD
-
LBA
1 stop18h 05m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/2£657
Tue 1/906:30
LBA
-
ORD
1 stop13h 45m
Delta
Mon 21/916:50
ORD
-
LBA
1 stop10h 40m
Delta
Deal found 11/2£658
Tue 1/906:30
LBA
-
MDW
2 stops17h 35m
Delta
Mon 21/917:59
MDW
-
LBA
2 stops16h 51m
Delta
Deal found 11/2£662
Tue 1/906:30
LBA
-
ORD
2 stops16h 06m
Delta
Tue 22/913:30
ORD
-
LBA
2 stops14h 00m
Delta
Deal found 11/2£662
Wed 2/906:30
LBA
-
MDW
2 stops17h 35m
Delta
Mon 21/917:59
MDW
-
LBA
2 stops16h 51m
Delta
Deal found 11/2£663
Mon 20/406:00
LBA
-
ORD
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/716:50
ORD
-
LBA
3 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2£680

Find flight deals from Leeds to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Leeds (LBA) 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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£605

One-way from

£319

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September
KLM
  • KLM
  • 11/3-25/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 15m total
  • Leeds to Chicago
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15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 48m total
  • Leeds to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 11/3

06:10-15:20

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

17:25-09:30

1 stop11h 05m

£605

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 11/3

06:10-15:20

1 stop14h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

10:40-09:30

2 stops17h 50m

£615

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 11/3

10:00-21:49

2 stops16h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

10:40-09:30

2 stops17h 50m

£619

LeedsChicago

LBA - MDW

LBAMDW

Leeds/Bradford

Wed 11/3

06:10-18:40

2 stops17h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 25/3

18:07-16:45

2 stops17h 38m

£623

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 29/3

13:50-12:35

2 stops28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

19:05-23:05

2 stops22h 00m

£625

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 20/4

17:25-14:15

1 stop26h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/7

16:50-09:40

1 stop10h 50m

£643

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 20/4

06:30-16:18

2 stops15h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/7

16:50-16:55

1 stop18h 05m

£657

LeedsChicago

LBA - MDW

LBAMDW

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 20/4

06:30-17:58

2 stops17h 28m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/7

17:25-16:55

2 stops17h 30m

£691

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Mon 20/4

06:30-18:13

2 stops17h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/7

17:55-16:55

2 stops17h 00m

£703

LeedsChicago

LBA - ORD

LBAORD

Leeds/Bradford

Sat 28/3

11:15-12:35

2 stops30h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

19:05-23:59

2 stops22h 54m

£758

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Best time to book a flight from Leeds to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Leeds to Chicago

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Chicago (average of £67). Flying from Leeds to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £592). 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’s the top stopover airport for flights from Leeds to Chicago?

Share of one-stop return flights from Leeds to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 63% of one-stop itineraries from Leeds to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Leeds to Chicago?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Leeds to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £397.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Leeds to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Leeds to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 47m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Leeds to Chicago?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Leeds to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 38m.

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 12 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Leeds to Chicago, such as KLM and Aer Lingus. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Aer Lingus
7.2
Good
1,449 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Leeds to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Leeds/Bradford (LBA) if they book a flight from Leeds to Chicago. On average, Leeds/Bradford has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Leeds/Bradford is conveniently located just 6.5 mi from Leeds’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Leeds to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Leeds to Chicago in 14h 10m. Fly via KLM, Virgin Atlantic, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 3820 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Leeds to Chicago round-trip from £476. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Aer Lingus. KLM is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Leeds 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 Leeds to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Leeds to Chicago (average of £67). Flying from Leeds to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £592). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Leeds to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Leeds to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest£476Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Aer LingusCheapest£530Average£685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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