What airlines fly to Chicago?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Austin according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago?

Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago

How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per day?

40 flights are operational daily from Austin to Chicago as of July 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 44% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per week?

As of July 2026, there are 283 flights per week flying from Austin to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago?

As of July 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$113 Cheap Flights from Austin to Chicago in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Austin and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $263 to $390. The lowest price recently found on this route was $247.

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Austin to Chicago

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

5:23 pm - 11:10 pm

AUS

ORD

29h 47m

1 stop

2:41 pm - 11:41 pm

ORD

AUS

9h 00m

1 stop

$247Frontier

Sat, Aug 15 - Wed, Aug 19

8:16 pm - 8:15 am

AUS

ORD

11h 59m

2 stops

11:06 am - 11:59 pm

ORD

AUS

12h 53m

1 stop

$248Frontier

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13

2:51 pm - 10:03 pm

AUS

MDW

7h 12m

1 stop

2:49 pm - 8:06 am

MDW

AUS

17h 17m

1 stop

$248Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Thu, Aug 13

2:51 pm - 10:03 pm

AUS

MDW

7h 12m

1 stop

6:05 am - 12:38 pm

MDW

AUS

6h 33m

1 stop

$249Frontier

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10

8:15 pm - 1:36 pm

AUS

ORD

17h 21m

1 stop

7:44 pm - 10:10 am

ORD

AUS

14h 26m

1 stop

$249Frontier

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

1:33 pm - 10:03 pm

AUS

MDW

8h 30m

1 stop

6:05 am - 4:39 pm

MDW

AUS

10h 34m

1 stop

$250Frontier

Mon, Aug 17 - Sun, Aug 23

8:16 pm - 10:01 am

AUS

ORD

13h 45m

1 stop

10:40 pm - 7:21 pm

ORD

AUS

20h 41m

1 stop

$250Frontier

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13

1:33 pm - 10:03 pm

AUS

MDW

8h 30m

1 stop

6:05 am - 12:38 pm

MDW

AUS

6h 33m

1 stop

$251Frontier

Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 10

10:01 pm - 5:42 am

AUS

ORD

7h 41m

1 stop

11:06 am - 11:59 pm

ORD

AUS

12h 53m

1 stop

$251Frontier

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19

1:33 pm - 10:03 pm

AUS

MDW

8h 30m

1 stop

2:49 pm - 8:06 am

MDW

AUS

17h 17m

1 stop

$256Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 13

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

American Airlines flights from Austin to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Austin to Chicago flight tickets

American Airlines

Sep 8

AUS7:45 amAustin Bergstrom

3h 00m

ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 15

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 45m

AUS5:45 pmAustin Bergstrom

$266

American Airlines

Sep 5

AUS7:45 amAustin Bergstrom

3h 00m

ORD10:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 8

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 52m

1 stop

AUS11:52 amAustin Bergstrom

$271

American Airlines

Sep 10

AUS5:53 amAustin Bergstrom

3h 06m

ORD8:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 13

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 09m

1 stop

AUS2:24 pmAustin Bergstrom

$296

Frontier flights from Austin to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Austin to Chicago flight tickets

Frontier

Aug 15

AUS5:23 pmAustin Bergstrom

29h 47m

1 stop

ORD11:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 19

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 00m

1 stop

AUS11:41 pmAustin Bergstrom

$247

Frontier

Oct 7

AUS8:16 pmAustin Bergstrom

11h 59m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 13

ORD11:06 amChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 53m

1 stop

AUS11:59 pmAustin Bergstrom

$248

Frontier

Aug 28

AUS8:15 pmAustin Bergstrom

17h 21m

1 stop

ORD1:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 30

ORD7:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 26m

1 stop

AUS10:10 amAustin Bergstrom

$249

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 8/15

5:23 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop29h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/19

2:41 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$247

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 10/7

8:16 pm-8:15 am

2 stops11h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

11:06 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$248

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 8/8

2:51 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/13

2:49 pm-8:06 am

1 stop17h 17m

$248

Quickest round-trip

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 8/5

2:51 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/10

6:05 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$249

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 8/28

8:15 pm-1:36 pm

1 stop17h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

7:44 pm-10:10 am

1 stop14h 26m

$249

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 8/17

1:33 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/23

6:05 am-4:39 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$250

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 9/11

8:16 pm-10:01 am

1 stop13h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

10:40 pm-7:21 pm

1 stop20h 41m

$250

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 8/1

1:33 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/10

6:05 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$251

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 9/13

10:01 pm-5:42 am

1 stop7h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

11:06 am-11:59 pm

1 stop12h 53m

$251

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 8/7

1:33 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/13

2:49 pm-8:06 am

1 stop17h 17m

$256

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Austin to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Austin and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Austin, with most prices found around $210. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Austin to Chicago during September average around $260.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $366. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Austin to Chicago for around $565.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Austin to Chicago during this time can be as low as $248. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $508.

What is the cheapest Austin Bergstrom to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago Midway for the best Austin Bergstrom - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Austin when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $300 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Austin for as low as $248 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Austin to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Austin to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Austin to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Austin to Chicago flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Austin to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Austin to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Austin to Chicago (AUS to CHI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Austin to Chicago

Best Price Found	$186
Fastest flight time	2h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Austin in the past 72 hours is $186. The best round-trip flight deal from Austin to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $303.

The fastest flight from Austin to Chicago takes 2h 25m

Direct flights go from Austin to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Austin there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Austin to Chicago

How far is Austin Bergstrom to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Austin Bergstrom and Chicago is about 978.1 mi. 2h 25m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago?
As of July 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Austin to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Austin to Chicago is Boeing 737-800, representing 35.65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 14.15%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.97%, and Airbus A319 at 10.74%.
What is the most popular airline from Austin to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Austin and Chicago, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 32% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 25%, Southwest with 23%, and Frontier with 19%.

Best airlines flying from Austin to Chicago

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Austin to Chicago with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $67	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,770 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,479 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,240 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $170	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,831 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $173	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,019 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,024 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Austin to Chicago
The lowest priced Southwest flight from Austin to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $169. Generally, Southwest has 31 flights on this route every week with an average price of $344. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.
United Airlines Flights From Austin to Chicago
Across 10,019 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Austin to Chicago about 31 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $190 to $362. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

Merrillville

New Buffalo

Hammond

Portage

Benton Harbor

Lansing

Saint Joseph

Valparaiso

Schererville

Munster

Chesterton

Monticello

Crown Point

Porter

Griffith

Saint John

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Austin to Chicago?

It is quick and easy to find Austin to Chicago flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Chicago that suits you.

Can I find flights from Austin to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Austin to Chicago flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Austin to Chicago?

Once you have performed a search for Austin to Chicago flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Austin to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track prices for Austin to Chicago flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.

An easier way to manage your Chicago trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Fri 8/21

Fri 8/28

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the United States

Nearby airports

Airlines

Cabin classes

Other United States destinations

Other flights from Austin

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Fly into one of these airports located in Chicago

Chicago Midway Airport

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Chicago Greater Rockford Airport

Cheap flights from Austin to Chicago from $131

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Austin to Chicago departing on 8/19. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from Austin to Chicago

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Cheap direct flights

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

American Airlines flights from Austin to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Austin to Chicago flight tickets

Frontier flights from Austin to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Austin to Chicago flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Chicago that are best for you.

See travel insights to Chicago from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Austin to Chicago

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Austin and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

What is the cheapest Austin Bergstrom to Chicago flight route?

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Chicago?

What cabin class options are available on Austin to Chicago flights?

How have Austin to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago?

What airlines fly to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per day?

How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per week?

When to book flights from Austin to Chicago

Cheap Austin to Chicago (AUS to CHI) flight deals and tips

Best Price Found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in Chicago

Frequently asked questions about flying from Austin to Chicago

Best airlines flying from Austin to Chicago

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Austin to Chicago with momondo

Traveling to a place near Chicago?

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Chicago trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to the United States

Fly into one of these airports located in Chicago

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 78.5 mi from Chicago

Fly your favorite airline to Chicago

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Cabin classes currently available on flights to Chicago

List of cabin classes available on flights landing in Chicago. Availability may vary depending on flight origin and airline.

Popular cities in the United States

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from Austin

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Chicago

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year