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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $117 to $263. The lowest price recently found on this route was $81.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from Chicago is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $337. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Sunday is $578.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 170 flights take off from Chicago and land in Houston each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 31% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Houston

Question 4

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

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

Question 5

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Houston flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $221 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Chicago for as low as $155 on momondo.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $117 to $263.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $81.

Question 8

How often are flights from Chicago to Houston delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Chicago and Houston have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 115 minutes.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Houston flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Houston in the evening for as low as $264. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $371. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

24 flights are operational daily from Chicago to Houston as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 38% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

Accepted Answer

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Chicago, with most prices found around $172. The month of September is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $177.

Question 12

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 13

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Houston flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 14

What airlines fly to Houston?

Accepted Answer

Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Houston from Chicago according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Houston. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Houston on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

What is the cheapest Chicago to Houston flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Chicago Midway to Houston George Bush Intcntl for the best Chicago - Houston flight prices

Question 16

Do you need a visa or a passport to fly from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

Because both Chicago and Houston lie within the United States, travelers that are flying aboard flights between these two cities will not need a passport nor a visa to make this trip. One thing the travelers should keep in mind is that in the very near future if you would like to make a flight on a route such as this or any other domestic flight it will be a requirement for you to present a REAL ID to travel on these type of domestic routes. One other thing to keep in mind when flying on domestic routes such as this is that you can only bring one carry-on bag and one personal bag aboard the aircraft when you make the trip.

Question 17

What are the airports for flights from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

For those people that will be traveling on flights to Houston from Chicago, you have two choices for airports to use in the Chicago area. They include Chicago O' Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway (MDW) and one of the really nice features of both of these airports is that you can travel on the Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line or Orange Line to these airports in a rather short amount of time from downtown Chicago. Your arrival airport in the Houston area will be George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and just as with the airports in Chicago the airport in Houston offers easy access from the airport to downtown aboard bus number 102 provided by Metropolitan Transit Harris County.

Question 18

Do any airlines fly non-stop from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

There are three different airlines that offer direct flights from the Chicago area to the Houston area and George Bush Intercontinental Airport. They include American Airlines and United Airlines traveling on direct routes from Chicago O' Hare International Airport and Southwest Airlines offering direct flights departing from Chicago Midway and arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Question 19

What are good stopover options on the way from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

Although direct flights between the Chicago area and Houston offer the quickest way to make the trip the airports in Chicago offer one-stop options that are cheaper than nonstop options. When traveling from Chicago O' Hare International Airport you can fly on a one-stop option aboard Delta Airlines that has a layover at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) that will add about one hour and 30 minutes to your travel time. Delta Airlines also offers the same route with departures from Chicago Midway that will add about three hours to your travel time. Southwest Airlines also offers a one-stop flight which departs from Chicago Midway with a layover at Dallas Love Field (DAL) that will add about two hours and 30 minutes to your travel time.

Question 20

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Chicago to Houston are updated daily.

Question 21

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Houston is 6 as of January 2026.

Question 22

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Houston?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Houston.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

The required travel and health documents for your Houston trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,017 reviews	Search Delta flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Chicago, with most prices found around $172. The month of September is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $177.

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

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

What is the cheapest Chicago to Houston flight route?

Fly from Chicago Midway to Houston George Bush Intcntl for the best Chicago - Houston flight prices

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

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

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Houston?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Houston

What airlines fly to Houston?

How often are flights from Chicago to Houston delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Chicago and Houston have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Houston flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Houston flights?

According to our data, Southwest have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

24 flights are operational daily from Chicago to Houston as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 38% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

As of January 2026, 170 flights take off from Chicago and land in Houston each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 31% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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