transatlantic · 8h 15m · 6,663 km
Chicago to Paris
3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked
In business class, Air France's Business (777-300ER-AF) leads the field with a 7.1/10.In premium economy, Air France's Premium Economy (777-300ER-AF) leads the field with a 5.5/10.
Quick pick
Fly Air France. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on United).
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Air France. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on United).
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly Air France. It has free Wi-Fi (paid on American).
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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- In business class, Air France's Business (777-300ER-AF) leads the field with a 7.1/10.
- In premium economy, Air France's Premium Economy (777-300ER-AF) leads the field with a 5.5/10.
- In economy, Air France's Economy (777-300ER-AF) leads the field with a 5.0/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in business: United or Air France on ORD-CDG?
Business (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) edges out Polaris (United Airlines, 787-10) in business, scoring 7.1/10 vs 6.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. United Airlines fights back on legroom and bed length.
Which is better in premium economy: United or Air France on ORD-CDG?
Premium Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) beats Premium Plus (United Airlines, 787-10) in premium economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in economy: United or Air France on ORD-CDG?
Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) beats Economy (United Airlines, 787-10) in economy, scoring 5/10 vs 3.4. The deciding factor: USB-C only vs no power. United Airlines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in business: United or American on ORD-CDG?
Polaris (United Airlines, 787-10) and Flagship Business (American Airlines, 787-8) score virtually the same in business: 6.5 vs 6.3/10. The biggest gap is bedding — mattress pad vs duvet — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in premium economy: United or American on ORD-CDG?
Premium Plus (United Airlines, 787-10) and Premium Economy (American Airlines, 787-8) score virtually the same in premium economy: 4.5 vs 4.4/10. The biggest gap is extras — extras — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: United or American on ORD-CDG?
Main Cabin (American Airlines, 787-8) edges out Economy (United Airlines, 787-10) in economy, scoring 3.8/10 vs 3.4. The deciding factor: complimentary meals vs buy on board. United Airlines fights back on seat width.
Which is better in business: Air France or American on ORD-CDG?
Business (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) edges out Flagship Business (American Airlines, 787-8) in business, scoring 7.1/10 vs 6.3. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. American Airlines fights back on legroom and bed length.
Which is better in premium economy: Air France or American on ORD-CDG?
Premium Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) beats Premium Economy (American Airlines, 787-8) in premium economy, scoring 5.5/10 vs 4.4. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in economy: Air France or American on ORD-CDG?
Economy (Air France, 777-300ER-AF) beats Main Cabin (American Airlines, 787-8) in economy, scoring 5/10 vs 3.8. The deciding factor: USB-C only vs no power. American Airlines fights back on seat width.
What are the best seats in United Polaris on ORD-CDG?
Best: Window seats in odd rows (1A, 3A) are closer to the window with more privacy. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle. Same Safran Optima Polaris seat as 787-9 and 777-200ER. 16-inch IFE. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid). Saks Fifth Avenue bedding with mattress pad on request.
What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on ORD-CDG?
Best: Window pairs (2 across) avoid the center middle seat. Avoid: Center middle seat in the 3-section. 2-3-2 premium economy (smaller cabin than 777). 13.3-inch IFE with Bluetooth. Enhanced plated meals with alcohol.
What are the best seats in United Economy on ORD-CDG?
Best: Economy Plus rows offer 34-inch pitch vs standard 31-inch. Avoid: Last few rows near lavatories. 3-3-3 economy. 9-inch IFE. Economy Plus available for extra legroom. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid).
What are the best seats in Air France Business on ORD-CDG?
Best: Bulkhead suites in rows 3 and 10 have more space; window seats offer more privacy with door closed Avoid: Seats near galley between cabins; center pair seats are slightly less private Reverse herringbone 1-2-1 with sliding privacy doors on every seat. 79-inch fully flat bed. 17.3-inch 4K anti-glare screen with Bluetooth and noise-reducing headphones. USB, AC, wireless charging. Starlink wifi (paid). Zodiac Rave IFE system.
What are the best seats in Air France Premium Economy on ORD-CDG?
Best: Row 20 bulkhead for extra legroom (bassinet row); window pairs A/B and J/K for couples Avoid: Center block seats D/E/F/G are hardest to exit; last row may have limited recline 2-4-2 layout. 13.3-inch 4K HD anti-glare screen. USB and AC power. Starlink wifi available (paid packages from 8 EUR/hour). Enhanced meal service vs economy.
What are the best seats in Air France Economy on ORD-CDG?
Best: Exit row seats for extra legroom; bulkhead row 30 for more space Avoid: Last rows near lavatories; center seats in 3-4-3 layout 3-4-3 layout. 13.3-inch 4K screen is generous for economy class. USB-A and AC power at every seat. Starlink wifi available. Zodiac Rave IFE system.
What are the best seats in American Flagship Business on ORD-CDG?
Best: Forward-facing window seats for privacy. Avoid: Rear-facing seats feel narrower due to fixed armrests. Adjacent seats share a structural base — movement transfers. Safran Concept D in alternating forward/rear-facing 1-2-1. AA's weakest widebody business product. B&O headphones. Casper duvet (no mattress pad). Panasonic satellite wifi (paid, slow). Pre-orderable meals.