About This Route
Chicago to Manchester is served by British Airways, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific and 4 more, offering multiple options for award travelers. Compare 10 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 12,500 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award Pricing Comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeroplan | 12,500 | 25,000 | -- |
| Qatar Avios | 20,000 | 42,500 | 85,000 |
| ANA Mileage Club | 20,000 | 50,000 | 75,000 |
| Virgin Points | 25,000 | 95,000 | -- |
| Avios (BA) | 27,500 | 88,000 | 75,000 |
| Emirates Skywards | 27,500 | 55,000 | 100,000 |
| Etihad Guest | 42,500 | 85,000 | 150,000 |
| KrisFlyer | 44,000 | 108,500 | 148,000 |
| Asia Miles | 45,000 | 103,500 | 150,000 |
| Turkish Miles | 45,000 | 90,000 | -- |
Points shown are approximate one-way prices. Actual pricing may vary based on dates, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Airlines Flying This Route
British Airways
BA
Qatar Airways
QR
Cathay Pacific
CX
Etihad Airways
EY
TAP Air Portugal
TP
Aer Lingus
EI
Emirates
EK
Best Programs for This Route
Aeroplan
Biz: 25,000 ptsQatar Avios
Biz: 42,500 ptsANA Mileage Club
Biz: 50,000 ptsVirgin Points
Biz: 95,000 ptsAvios (BA)
Biz: 88,000 ptsEmirates Skywards
Biz: 55,000 ptsEtihad Guest
Biz: 85,000 ptsKrisFlyer
Biz: 108,500 ptsAsia Miles
Biz: 103,500 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 90,000 ptsBooking Tips
- Aeroplan offers the cheapest economy award at 12,500 points
- Best business class value: Aeroplan at 25,000 points
- First class available from 75,000 points via ANA Mileage Club
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
Frequently Asked Questions
How many points to fly from Chicago to Manchester?
The cheapest option is Aeroplan starting at 12,500 points in economy. Compare 10 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from Chicago to Manchester with points?
Aeroplan offers business class for 25,000 points one-way. Other options include Qatar Avios at 42,500 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for ORD to MAN?
You can book this route with Aeroplan, Qatar Avios, ANA Mileage Club, Virgin Points, Avios (BA), Emirates Skywards, Etihad Guest, KrisFlyer, Asia Miles, Turkish Miles. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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