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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Palermo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,356. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Palermo.$1,111 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,111, select.
Palermo.$1,112 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,112, select.
Palermo.$1,112 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,112, select.
Palermo.$1,121 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Palermo on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,121, select.
Palermo.$1,125 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Palermo on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,125, select.
Palermo.$1,174 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,174, select.
Palermo.$1,178 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,178, select.
Palermo.$1,188 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Palermo on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,188, select.
Palermo.$1,196 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,196, select.
Palermo.$1,356 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Palermo on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,356, select.
Palermo.$1,544 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Palermo on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,544, select.
Palermo.$1,594 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with Air France and Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Palermo on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,594, select.
Palermo.$1,867 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Palermo on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,867, select.
Palermo.$1,993 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Mon, 22 Jun.Return flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Palermo on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,993, select.
Palermo.$2,097 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Jun, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Chicago Midway on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Palermo on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,097, select.
Palermo.$2,228 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec, returning Sat, 2 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Palermo.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Palermo on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,228, select.

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Chicago to Palermo: Alternative routes

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

Palermo

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Chicago to Palermo: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,111
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Palermo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Palermo is $1,111. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chicago to Palermo. But we found flights with one stop from $1,109.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Chicago to Palermo.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Palermo is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Palermo Airport on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chicago and Palermo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Palermo 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 Palermo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Palermo is Turkish Airlines .

Travelling from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO): What you need to know

  • Palermo is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport is located in Palermo, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to PMO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.

  • With more people on the move during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to PMO leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    • Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • 70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to PMO flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:

  • 76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.

  • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • RFD is around 145 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours.

  • Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:

  • The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.

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

About Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PMO instead:

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport flight.

Getting from Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) to central Palermo

  • Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Palermo. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport is $608. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,111. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to PMO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to PMO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Find a cheap flight from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Palermo. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.

  • Lock in a Chicago to PMO plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Palermo to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).

  • February has temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Palermo

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Palermo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Palermo Falcone Borsellino Airport:

  • Golfo di Mondello and Piazza Pretoria are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Palermo must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Duomo di Palermo.

Explore more of Italy

  • Palermo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. Around 193 kilometres southeast of Palermo, a visit to Catania will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Roman Amphitheatre of Catania, Piazza del Duomo and La Pescheria.

  • Messina is another well-known destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres east of Palermo. No journey is complete without seeing Duomo di Messina, Cathedral of Messina (Duomo) and Astronomical Clock of the Cathedral of Messina.

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