What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago?

Southwest and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago

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

The number of flights available between Cleveland and Chicago is 40 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 48% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Cleveland and Chicago is 284 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Cleveland according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cleveland Hopkins Intl 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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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ORD

8h 22m

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10:00 am - 7:29 pm

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CLE

8h 29m

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$177Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Fri, Feb 27

9:30 am - 7:07 pm

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MDW

10h 37m

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7:53 pm - 9:21 pm

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CLE

24h 28m

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$179Frontier

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8h 22m

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2:13 pm - 11:19 pm

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CLE

8h 06m

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$179Frontier

Tue, Feb 24 - Fri, Feb 27

3:59 pm - 11:46 pm

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ORD

8h 47m

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7:20 am - 10:59 pm

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CLE

14h 39m

1 stop

$180Multiple Airlines

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8:40 am - 9:20 am

CLE

ORD

1h 40mnonstop

6:00 pm - 8:19 pm

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CLE

1h 19mnonstop

$181United Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 16

5:55 pm - 10:30 pm

CLE

MDW

5h 35m

1 stop

9:50 am - 12:05 pm

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CLE

1h 15mnonstop

$181Southwest

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23

6:30 am - 8:53 am

CLE

MDW

3h 23m

1 stop

6:34 pm - 11:50 pm

MDW

CLE

4h 16m

1 stop

$184Delta

Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, Apr 6

6:30 am - 9:10 am

CLE

ORD

3h 40m

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7:14 pm - 11:50 pm

ORD

CLE

3h 36m

1 stop

$184Delta

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5:55 pm - 6:34 pm

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ORD

1h 39mnonstop

7:30 am - 9:48 am

ORD

CLE

1h 18mnonstop

$186United Airlines

Tue, Feb 24 - Fri, Feb 27

4:25 pm - 4:50 pm

CLE

MDW

1h 25mnonstop

9:30 am - 11:40 am

MDW

CLE

1h 10mnonstop

$187Southwest

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Frontier flights from Cleveland to Chicago

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Feb 24

CLE9:30 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

8h 22m

1 stop

ORD4:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 27

ORD2:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 06m

1 stop

CLE11:19 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$179

Frontier

Jan 20

CLE7:20 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

7h 37m

1 stop

ORD1:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 27

ORD2:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 49m

1 stop

CLE10:42 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$181

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Feb 19

CLE7:15 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

14h 57m

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MDW9:12 pmChicago Midway

Feb 23

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

12h 54m

1 stop

CLE7:54 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$185

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Mar 13

CLE8:40 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

1h 40m

ORD9:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 16

ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 19m

CLE8:19 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$181

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Feb 24

CLE5:55 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

1h 39m

ORD6:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 27

ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 18m

CLE9:48 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

$186

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Feb 23

CLE7:35 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

1h 46m

ORD8:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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1h 24m

CLE4:54 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

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10:00 am-7:29 pm

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1 stop10h 37m

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Fri 2/27

7:53 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops24h 28m

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CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

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9:30 am-4:52 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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2:13 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 06m

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CLEORD

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3:59 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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7:20 am-10:59 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$180

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6:00 pm-8:19 pm

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$181

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9:50 am-12:05 pm

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$181

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6:30 am-8:53 am

1 stop3h 23m

Chicago Midway

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6:34 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$184

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CLE - ORD

CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

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6:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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7:14 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop3h 36m

$184

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CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

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5:55 pm-6:34 pm

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7:30 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$186

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CLE - MDW

CLEMDW

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 2/24

4:25 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/27

9:30 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$187

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cleveland, with most prices found around $187. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Cleveland to Chicago during April average around $242.

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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as $459. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cleveland to Chicago for around $678.

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 Cleveland to Chicago during this time can be as low as $471. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $834.

What is the cheapest Cleveland Hopkins Intl 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 Cleveland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $284 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Cleveland for as low as $88 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cleveland Hopkins Intl 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 Cleveland to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cleveland to Chicago flight.

How have Cleveland to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Cleveland to Chicago flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$194
Fastest flight time	1h 15m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Cleveland in the past 72 hours is $194. The best round-trip flight deal from Cleveland to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $308.

The fastest flight from Cleveland to Chicago takes 1h 15m

Direct flights go from Cleveland to Chicago on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is United Airlines.

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

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How far is Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago by plane?
Cleveland Hopkins Intl and Chicago are 307.0 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago?
As of January 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cleveland Hopkins Intl 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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cleveland to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Cleveland to Chicago is Boeing 737-800, representing 10.11% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 9.60%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 8.80%, and Boeing 737-700 at 8.54%.
What is the most popular airline from Cleveland to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cleveland to Chicago is United Airlines, representing 39% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Southwest at 35%, American Airlines at 21%, and Frontier at 5%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,132 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,258 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $143	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,057 reviews	Search Frontier flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,164 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Cleveland to Chicago
Southwest flight deals from Cleveland to Chicago start from $140 round-trip. Over the 15 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $271 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From Cleveland to Chicago
United Airlines (7.4/10 from 9,164 reviews) operates around 34 flights from Cleveland to Chicago in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $296, with deals from around $157 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Cleveland to Chicago flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cleveland, with most prices found around $187. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Cleveland to Chicago during April average around $242.

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?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Cleveland to Chicago during this time can be as low as $471. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $834.

What is the cheapest Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Cleveland Hopkins Intl 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 Cleveland to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cleveland to Chicago flight.

How have Cleveland to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Cleveland to Chicago flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago?

Southwest and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

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

The number of flights available between Cleveland and Chicago is 40 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 48% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Cleveland and Chicago is 284 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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