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About Flights to Chicago

Summary info about Chicago flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$25

Best Round-Trip Price

$51

Fastest flight time

2h 19m

Operated By

3 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Chicago from United States in the last 72 hours is $25 (Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago O'Hare Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Chicago from United States in the last 72 hours is $51 (Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago O'Hare Intl).
The fastest flight to Chicago from United States takes 2h 19m (Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago O'Hare Intl).
There are 3 airlines operating flights to Chicago, including Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta.

Chicago flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from United States, with most prices found around $214. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Chicago during January average around $225.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Chicago?

In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Chicago for $9/person, which is 99% cheaper than the average flight to Chicago. To find the cheapest price to Chicago from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $246. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from United States to Chicago for around $299.

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 morning. Flights from United States to Chicago during this time can be as low as $270. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $289.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from United States to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Chicago O'Hare Intl is 4h 02m on average, while flying from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl is 3h 20m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular airport in Chicago.

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

The best time to book a flight to Chicago from United States is 29 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $265. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $239.

Cheapest flights to Chicago airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Chicago airports from your nearest city or airport
Los Angeles
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Los Angeles TO Chicago

Ontario (ONT) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)

Typically, flights to Chicago from Los Angeles are cheaper when flying from Ontario to Chicago Midway, which has an average price of $268

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHICAGO FROM LOS ANGELESJanuary40% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Chicago costs on average just $197 in January
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHICAGO FROM LOS ANGELESJune39% more expensiveIt costs about $461 for flights to Chicago from Los Angeles in June
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHICAGO FROM LOS ANGELESJune253% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Chicago from Los Angeles in June than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Chicago

Your flight time to Chicago, Illinois will primarily depend on your state of departure, among other factors. Traveling from the west coast, specifically Seattle/Tacoma International (SEA), carries a flight time of roughly 4 hours. A similar duration will apply to those flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Chicago is closer to the east coast, and therefore, you should expect a flight time of approximately 3 hours if departing from JFK International Airport in New York. Passengers approaching Chicago from the southern states, like Texas, particularly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, may take between 2-3 hours to get to their destinations. The relatively short distance between Chicago and other states means that a majority of the flights are direct. If you end up taking a flight with a layover, your flight might take half a day.

Most flights to Chicago from other US states are non-stop. Popular departure airports include JFK International Airport, where you can make flights through airlines like American Airlines, Jet Blue, or Major Airline. Spirit Airlines also offers non-stop flights to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Texas. United Airlines has some of the most departure points. You can fly from Newark Liberty International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, Chicago, using the airline. Several Chicago flight deals offer one-stop flights, albeit at a price almost equal to nonstop flight costs. If flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Denver is a popular layover. One-stop flights from San Francisco International Airport may feature a layover at Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, or Phoenix.


Chicago flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in United States to Chicago found recently by users on momondo
Spirit Airlines
Apr 19
DFW6:20 pmDallas/Fort Worth
2h 34m
ORD8:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 22
ORD2:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42m
DFW5:28 pmDallas/Fort Worth
Spirit Airlines
Apr 19
DFW6:20 pmDallas/Fort Worth
2h 34m
ORD8:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 26
ORD2:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42m
DFW5:28 pmDallas/Fort Worth
Spirit Airlines
May 3
DFW2:20 amDallas/Fort Worth
2h 30m
ORD4:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 10
ORD2:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 31m
DFW5:19 pmDallas/Fort Worth
Spirit Airlines
Apr 22
DFW6:20 pmDallas/Fort Worth
2h 34m
ORD8:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 25
ORD2:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42m
DFW5:28 pmDallas/Fort Worth
Spirit Airlines
Apr 19
DFW2:20 amDallas/Fort Worth
2h 30m
ORD4:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 22
ORD2:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42m
DFW5:28 pmDallas/Fort Worth
Spirit Airlines
Apr 12
DFW2:20 amDallas/Fort Worth
2h 30m
ORD4:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 19
ORD2:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42m
DFW5:28 pmDallas/Fort Worth

Find the cheapest one-way flights to Chicago

If you're looking for one-way flights from United States to Chicago, view some of our deals below provided by Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines
Apr 19
DFW6:20 pmDallas/Fort Worth
2h 34m
ORD8:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
May 6
DFW6:20 pmDallas/Fort Worth
2h 28m
ORD8:48 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
May 3
DFW2:20 amDallas/Fort Worth
2h 30m
ORD4:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Chicago

There are 4 Allegiant Air flights to Chicago in a normal week. The most common departure point is Punta Gorda Charlotte County and the best Allegiant Air ticket price seen on momondo is $124 (last 72 hours, from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, to Chicago). Allegiant Air has a score of 6.9 from 180 user reviews on momondo.

Spirit Airlines (6.3/10, 1,880 reviews) is also a popular choice for flights to Chicago, with deals from as low as $51 from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson, round-trip. With 21 Spirit Airlines flights to Chicago on average each week, prices can vary significantly by origin and availability.


Airports near Chicago

Below you will find all the airports in Chicago along with the distance from the city center

How to get to downtown Chicago from the airport

The Blue Line L train is an affordable way to get to Chicago city center from O'Hare International Airport. The B-Line train station is within walking distance of Terminal 1, 2, and 3, and you can locate it by following the CTA Trains signs. You can also board several buses and shuttles at the pick points at Door 1E, 2E, and 3E for Terminal's 1, 2, and 3, respectively. The buses to take are Chicago Transit, which passes by every 10 minutes, or Vangalder Bus, which operates at four-hour intervals. GO Airport Shuttle provides a more comfortable travel experience to not only the city center but also hotels. If your budget allows, you have the option of taking a taxi or use apps like Uber and Lyft to get to Downtown Chicago.


Popular routes to Chicago

Most frequently searched flights to Chicago along with the cheapest price and shortest flight duration
New York to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 25m
Cheapest price$102
Seattle to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time3h 50m
Cheapest price$178
Dallas to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 19m
Cheapest price$52
Boston to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 42m
Cheapest price$118
Houston to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 33m
Cheapest price$85
Washington, D.C. to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 10m
Cheapest price$87
Los Angeles to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time3h 50m
Cheapest price$130
San Francisco to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time6h 30m
Cheapest price$158
Burbank to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time6h 06m
Cheapest price$166
Atlanta to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 05m
Cheapest price$47
Minneapolis to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time1h 22m
Cheapest price$128
Tampa to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 53m
Cheapest price$80
Santa Ana to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time3h 54m
Cheapest price$154
Ontario to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time5h 57m
Cheapest price$168
San Diego to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time4h 02m
Cheapest price$168
Mexico City to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time4h 05m
Cheapest price$243
Raleigh to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 14m
Cheapest price$117
Charlotte to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time2h 00m
Cheapest price$160
Phoenix to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time3h 16m
Cheapest price$105
Oakland, California to Chicago Flights
Fastest flight time6h 13m
Cheapest price$154

Visa requirements for visiting Chicago

Domestic travelers flying from one US state to another require neither a passport nor a visa. However, you’ll require a government-issued identification document when getting into Chicago from another US state. The ID can be a driver's license, state ID, or passport.


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Best things to do and see in Chicago

Chicago's charming urban atmosphere blends well with its attractions to make your stay in the city as dynamic as it gets. You can have a taste of Chicago foods, attend live concerts, shop, and gallivant through the botanical gardens of the Navy Pier on Grand Ave. Millennium Park, with its shiny stainless-steel façade, is at the heart of the city. It has spellbinding to-dos, including attending concerts at Jay Pritzker Pavilion and visiting the Lurie Garden. If you have an artsy side, your heart will warm to The Art Institute of Chicago's artworks that run to hundreds of thousands. The establishment sits on South Michigan Ave.


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