Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Rotterdam (from: Chicago)

The average price to go to Rotterdam from Chicago airport is $ 1001 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 768 (in february) and $ 1386 (in july), which is a saving of $ 234 or a surplus of $ 385 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.

The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $633 to $685 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.

Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Rotterdam before booking your flight.

If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Rotterdam plane ticket.

How are these data calculated?

We have studied a sample of 17894 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Rotterdam from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.

Average price depending on the departure month

Data analysis:

By leaving in february, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 768, saving $ 234 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1001). Conversely, july will be the most expensive ($ 1386).

Flight Chicago-Rotterdam: when is the best time to go for the best price?

Month Good price* Average price Our opinion
January$ 716 $ 819 good price
February$ 706 $ 768 very good price
March$ 717 $ 916 good price
April$ 825 $ 1067 fair price
May$ 800 $ 965 good price
June$ 937 $ 1073 fair price
July$ 1127 $ 1386 very high price
August$ 762 $ 1082 fair price
September$ 698 $ 1014 fair price
October$ 755 $ 1010 fair price
November$ 729 $ 916 good price
December$ 739 $ 996 fair price

*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!

Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Rotterdam

Data analysis:

The prices for flights from Chicago to Rotterdam range from $580 to $1528. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $580 to $633), 1% at the maximum price (from $1476 to $1528). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $633 to $685 (14% of tickets).

Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Rotterdam flight

There are 5 companies that serve Chicago from Rotterdam airport: British Airways, Spirit Airlines, United, Frontier Airlines and Finnair.

Data analysis:

Of the 17894 flights analyzed in previous years, British Airways was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (92% of the time) on the Chicago->Rotterdam route.

Which day of the week to leave?

Data analysis:

Statistically, Chicago-Rotterdam flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $83. On the other hand, departing on a sunday may cost you an additional $97.

Which day of the week to come back?

Data analysis:

Statistically, return flights from Rotterdam to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $95. Conversely, departing from Rotterdam on a friday may cost you an additional $223.


Top prices Chicago-Rotterdam

Round tripDatesPrice
Chicago → Rotterdam03-12 to 10-12-2024$ 988 
Chicago → Rotterdam05-12 to 09-12-2024$ 631 
Chicago → Rotterdam07-12 to 15-12-2024$ 907 
Chicago → Rotterdam24-12 to 31-12-2024$ 1298 
Chicago → Rotterdam01-01 to 08-01-2025$ 1018 
Chicago → Rotterdam03-01 to 10-01-2025$ 1205 
Chicago → Rotterdam04-01 to 11-01-2025$ 1285 
Chicago → Rotterdam15-01 to 22-01-2025$ 644 
Chicago → Rotterdam06-06 to 11-06-2025$ 1313 
Chicago → Rotterdam07-07 to 16-07-2025$ 1129 


When to book your flight Chicago - Rotterdam to get the cheapest price?

Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 4 to 5 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 0 to 1 month in advance.

Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Rotterdam flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a monday.

How far in advance should I buy my flight?

Data analysis:

To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Rotterdam, it is recommended to buy it 4 to 5 months before departure (it is then on average 857 $, which is a saving of 144 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 0 to 1 month in advance, you will pay the full price (279 $ more than the average price).

Depending on the departure month

The best time to buy your Chicago to Rotterdam flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.

Departure on... How far in advance should I book?
January

Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 687 $)

Other interesting period(s): 6 to 7 months ($ 723), 7 to 8 months ($ 699), 8 to 9 months ($ 689)

February

Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 680 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 730), 7 to 8 months ($ 724), 9 to 10 months ($ 690)

March

Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 701 $)

Other interesting period(s): 4 to 5 months ($ 851), 8 to 9 months ($ 714), 10 to 11 months ($ 746)

April

Best time: 0 to 1 month before departure (average price: 875 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 896)

May

Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 868 $)

Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 879)

June

Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 995 $)

Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1073), 2 to 3 months ($ 1055)

July

Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1136 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1329), 3 to 4 months ($ 1142), 4 to 5 months ($ 1191), 8 to 9 months ($ 1244)

August

Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 782 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 887), 2 to 3 months ($ 818), 4 to 5 months ($ 839)

September

Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 699 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 699), 4 to 5 months ($ 700), 5 to 6 months ($ 835)

October

Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 702 $)

Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 717), 4 to 5 months ($ 712), 6 to 7 months ($ 760)

November

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 693 $)

Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 895), 4 to 5 months ($ 847), 5 to 6 months ($ 725), 7 to 8 months ($ 697)

December

Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 713 $)

Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 973), 5 to 6 months ($ 861), 7 to 8 months ($ 720), 8 to 9 months ($ 737)

What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?

Data analysis:

Statistically, monday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Rotterdam are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a monday, you will save $28. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $30 more.



Chicago to Rotterdam: flight price when booking today

Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.

Month Current price
December 2024$ 1300
$630 to $1850
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January 2025$ 1129
$644 to $1359
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June 2025$ 1313
$1313 to $1313
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July 2025$ 1129
$1129 to $1129
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Data analysis:

Compared to the average price, july is cheaper to travel to Rotterdam. It may be interesting to book now to leave this month!



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