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Cheap flights from Chicago to Manchester from £196

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MAN
9 Jun — 16 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Manchester

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Manchester
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Manchester. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 May 2026.

Wed 16/921:00
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/913:50
MAN
-
ORD
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£505
Sun 6/919:05
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/906:55
MAN
-
ORD
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£516
Thu 15/1019:25
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 29/1008:00
MAN
-
ORD
2 stops15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5£521
Mon 24/819:05
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/906:55
MAN
-
ORD
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£528
Tue 25/816:05
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/906:55
MAN
-
ORD
2 stops16h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5£536
Mon 14/919:15
ORD
-
MAN
2 stops32h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 17/909:35
MAN
-
ORD
1 stop12h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/5£541
Mon 16/1119:15
ORD
-
MAN
2 stops35h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 19/1110:10
MAN
-
ORD
1 stop12h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/5£543
Tue 29/919:25
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop10h 15m
Icelandair
Tue 6/1013:05
MAN
-
ORD
1 stop11h 10m
Icelandair
Deal found 9/5£547
Sat 12/919:25
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop10h 15m
Icelandair
Fri 2/1013:05
MAN
-
ORD
1 stop11h 10m
Icelandair
Deal found 7/5£549
Sun 18/1019:25
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop10h 15m
Icelandair
Sun 15/1111:55
MAN
-
ORD
1 stop11h 25m
Icelandair
Deal found 8/5£554
Sun 16/819:05
ORD
-
MAN
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/819:00
MAN
-
ORD
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£555
Wed 5/812:46
MDW
-
MAN
2 stops15h 19m
Delta
Fri 28/813:00
MAN
-
MDW
1 stop15h 36m
Delta
Deal found 5/5£652

Find flight deals from Chicago to Manchester

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Manchester (MAN). 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 10 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£505

One-way from

£196

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£585
16/9-22/9
  • 16/9-22/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 55m total
  • Chicago to Manchester
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  • 19/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 55m total
  • Chicago to Manchester
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

21:35-06:30

2 stops26h 55m

Manchester

Mon 14/9

06:05-17:00

2 stops16h 55m

£647

ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

18:30-06:30

2 stops54h 00m

Manchester

Mon 14/9

06:05-12:00

1 stop11h 55m

£648

ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

09:50-06:30

1 stop14h 40m

Manchester

Tue 15/9

06:05-12:00

1 stop11h 55m

£651

ChicagoManchester

MDW - MAN

MDWMAN

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/8

12:46-10:05

2 stops15h 19m

Manchester

Fri 28/8

13:00-22:36

1 stop15h 36m

£652

ChicagoManchester

MDW - MAN

MDWMAN

Chicago Midway

Sun 16/8

13:52-10:05

2 stops14h 13m

Manchester

Wed 26/8

10:40-22:36

1 stop17h 56m

£652

ChicagoManchester

MDW - MAN

MDWMAN

Chicago Midway

Mon 14/9

17:59-14:00

2 stops14h 01m

Manchester

Thu 17/9

13:00-21:46

1 stop14h 46m

£652

ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 16/8

06:30-10:25

2 stops21h 55m

Manchester

Wed 26/8

09:00-12:00

2 stops33h 00m

£653

ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

13:00-10:05

2 stops15h 05m

Manchester

Fri 28/8

05:55-16:24

2 stops16h 29m

£659
Fastest return journey

ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/8

21:15-15:45

1 stop12h 30m

Manchester

Thu 17/9

08:50-15:55

1 stop13h 05m

£707

ChicagoManchester

ORD - MAN

ORDMAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/7

13:00-10:05

2 stops15h 05m

Manchester

Fri 7/8

05:55-18:19

2 stops18h 24m

£769

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Manchester

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Manchester is 85 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 Chicago to Manchester?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Manchester (average of £48). Flying from Chicago to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of £450). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Manchester?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Manchester?

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

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 30% of one-stop itineraries from Chicago to Manchester on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Chicago to Manchester, 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 £400.

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

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

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 11m.

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

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

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 23m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Manchester

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Manchester. 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 Manchester. Reviews last updated 10 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aer Lingus,Icelandair, andBritish Airways from Chicago to Manchester by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SFO - DUB

The boarding went smoothly, the crew were great and helped me with an extra pillow, the food was good including complementary wine with dinner (economy seating), and I was able to sleep. The flight arrived early which helped with connections. Overall a great experience.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,551 reviews
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SFO - DUB

The boarding went smoothly, the crew were great and helped me with an extra pillow, the food was good including complementary wine with dinner (economy seating), and I was able to sleep. The flight arrived early which helped with connections. Overall a great experience.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
652 reviews
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SFO - DUB

The boarding went smoothly, the crew were great and helped me with an extra pillow, the food was good including complementary wine with dinner (economy seating), and I was able to sleep. The flight arrived early which helped with connections. Overall a great experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,969 reviews
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,551 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SFO - DUB

The boarding went smoothly, the crew were great and helped me with an extra pillow, the food was good including complementary wine with dinner (economy seating), and I was able to sleep. The flight arrived early which helped with connections. Overall a great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Manchester. 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 into for flights to Manchester from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Manchester, you will be flying into Manchester. Manchester (MAN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city. Manchester is the only Manchester airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 3 airlines have flights to Manchester from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Manchester?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic fly from Chicago to Manchester in about 15h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 36m. There are 3816 mi between Chicago and Manchester. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Icelandair (£334), Aer Lingus (£421), and British Airways (£458) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Manchester. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Manchester for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Manchester (average of £48). Flying from Chicago to Manchester in June is currently the most expensive (average of £450). 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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IcelandairCheapest£334Average£513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£458Average£626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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