Cheap flights from Chicago to Tucson from $72

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American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 12:43 pmORD-TUS
3h 58mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
1:34 pm - 5:55 pmTUS-ORD
3h 21mnonstop
$149American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
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9:45 am - 11:27 amORD-TUS
3h 42mnonstop
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12:17 pm - 5:55 pmTUS-ORD
3h 38mnonstop
$150American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
Southwest Logo
5:45 pm - 7:20 pmMDW-TUS
3h 35mnonstop
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10:05 am - 6:10 pmTUS-MDW
6h 05m1 stop
$156Southwest
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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20
Southwest Logo
5:45 pm - 7:20 pmMDW-TUS
3h 35mnonstop
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6:50 am - 5:10 pmTUS-MDW
8h 20m2 stops
$162Southwest
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Sat, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 23
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 10:15 amORD-TUS
6h 00m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 11:40 pmTUS-ORD
8h 40m1 stop
$163Southwest
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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20
United Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 11:26 amORD-TUS
4h 06mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 9:33 pmTUS-ORD
8h 38m1 stop
$179United Airlines
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Tue, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 16
Frontier Logo
5:40 am - 10:45 amORD-TUS
7h 05m1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:45 pm - 9:06 pmTUS-ORD
6h 21m1 stop
$189Frontier
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Thu, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 17
United Airlines Logo
8:49 am - 10:43 amORD-TUS
3h 54mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 11:59 pmTUS-ORD
5h 34m1 stop
$199United Airlines
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Mon, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 25
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 11:59 pmORD-TUS
9h 39m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:57 pmTUS-ORD
9h 57m1 stop
$202Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
Frontier Logo
5:40 am - 10:45 amORD-TUS
7h 05m1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:30 am - 12:10 amTUS-ORD
10h 40m1 stop
$212Frontier
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Thu, Jul 24 - Sun, Jul 27

American Airlines flights from Chicago to Tucson

Our best American Airlines deals on Chicago to Tucson flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 5
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
3h 58m
TUS12:43 pmTucson
Nov 12
TUS1:34 pmTucson
3h 21m
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Aug 23
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
3h 42m
TUS11:27 amTucson
Aug 30
TUS12:17 pmTucson
3h 38m
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Aug 30
ORD9:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
3h 42m
TUS11:27 amTucson
Aug 31
TUS12:18 pmTucson
3h 37m
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Frontier flights from Chicago to Tucson

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago to Tucson flight tickets
Frontier
Aug 7
ORD5:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 05m
1 stop
TUS10:45 amTucson
Aug 17
TUS12:45 pmTucson
6h 21m
1 stop
ORD9:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Jul 24
ORD5:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 05m
1 stop
TUS10:45 amTucson
Jul 27
TUS11:30 amTucson
10h 40m
1 stop
ORD12:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Nov 13
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 47m
1 stop
TUS10:47 amTucson
Nov 17
TUS12:33 pmTucson
7h 26m
1 stop
ORD8:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tucson?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Tucson. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $391. If you don’t want to visit Tucson in August, then you should wait until April to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $419.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Tucson from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $433. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago to Tucson for around $519.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Tucson when you can find flight prices for as low as $447. Flying to Tucson in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $492.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Tucson flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tucson from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tucson for around $458 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tucson from Chicago for as low as $379 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Tucson 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 Chicago to Tucson flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Tucson.

How have Chicago to Tucson flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Chicago to Tucson flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Tucson

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Tucson according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Tucson (CHI to TUS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$72

Fastest flight time

3h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Tucson

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Tucson from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $72. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Tucson found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $149.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Tucson takes 3h 35m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Tucson every day.
There is 1 airport near Tucson: Tucson (TUS)

  • How far is Chicago to Tucson by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Tucson is about 1442.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 3h 35m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Tucson Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Tucson Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Tucson Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Tucson Airport?

    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 Tucson Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tucson Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Tucson Airport 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 Tucson Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Tucson?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Tucson?


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Tucson

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FrontierPriceFrom $109Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,271 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $243Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,846 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $375Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,249 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to Tucson

    Across 5 Southwest flights from Chicago to Tucson this week, the average price was $465, with the best Southwest deals starting from $375 round-trip. 4,250 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Tucson

    The best United Airlines deal for Chicago to Tucson flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $331, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $501 round-trip. United Airlines operates 7 flights out of Chicago into Tucson in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 8,846 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.


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