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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 April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Austin, with most prices found around $247. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Austin to Chicago during March average around $279.
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 $384. 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 $752.
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 $342. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $607.
What is the cheapest Austin Bergstrom to Chicago flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $332 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 $243 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Austin Bergstrom to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Austin Bergstrom to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
Can stopping save me money on Austin to Chicago flights?
No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Austin to Chicago.
How have Austin to Chicago flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for Austin to Chicago flights are approximately 29% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago?
Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest 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 53% 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.
How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per day?
38 flights are operational daily from Austin to Chicago as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 46% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 267 flights per week flying from Austin to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.
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How far is Austin Bergstrom to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Austin Bergstrom and Chicago is about 978.1 mi. 2h 30m 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 June 2025, 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 18.29% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A319 at 18.11%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 17.95%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 7.30%.
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 38% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Southwest with 27%, United Airlines with 19%, and Frontier with 15%.
Best airlines flying from Austin to Chicago
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $55 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,290 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $168 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,278 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $173 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $176 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,094 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $199 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,852 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $216 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,973 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Austin to Chicago
The lowest priced Southwest flight from Austin to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $168. Generally, Southwest has 32 flights on this route every week with an average price of $345. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 by our users.
United Airlines Flights From Austin to Chicago
Across 8,852 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Austin to Chicago about 19 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $199 to $408. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.
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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.
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