What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

How many flights depart from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 295 flights per week flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 24% of flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago is 42 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 47% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Frontier, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 48% 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 operators does momondo search for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $124 to $271. The lowest price recently found on this route was $57.

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10:24 pm - 12:59 amDFW-ORD

2h 35mnonstop

6:25 pm - 9:14 pmORD-DFW

2h 49mnonstop

$57Frontier

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10:24 pm - 12:59 amDFW-ORD

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$60Frontier

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9:21 pm - 12:01 amDFW-ORD

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6:44 pm - 9:39 pmORD-DFW

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8:00 am - 10:40 amDFW-ORD

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5:30 pm - 8:21 pmORD-DFW

2h 51mnonstop

$62Frontier

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8:00 am - 10:40 amDFW-ORD

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5:30 pm - 8:21 pmORD-DFW

2h 51mnonstop

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5:20 am - 7:54 amDFW-ORD

2h 34mnonstop

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9:26 pm - 11:59 pmDFW-ORD

2h 33mnonstop

5:25 am - 7:58 amORD-DFW

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3:36 pm - 6:12 pmORD-DFW

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10:36 pm - 11:59 amDFW-ORD

13h 23m1 stop

10:27 am - 10:17 pmORD-DFW

11h 50m1 stop

$112Spirit Airlines

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DFW10:24 pmDallas/Fort Worth

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2h 35m

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DFW9:21 pmDallas/Fort Worth

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, with most prices found around $141. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago during September average around $147.

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 $276. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago for around $906.

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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $225. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $730.

What is the cheapest Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $212 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport for as low as $162 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

How have Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago

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Best Price Found	$32
Fastest flight time	2h 18m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in the past 72 hours is $32. The best round-trip flight deal from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $57.

The fastest flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago takes 2h 18m

Direct flights go from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago by plane?
Dallas/Fort Worth and Chicago are 805.7 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 2h 19m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?
As of August 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago, the leading plane model is Airbus A320neo, making up 13.12% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 12.24%, Airbus A321-100/200 with 11.36%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 10.72%.
What is the most popular airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago is Frontier, representing 59% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Southwest at 14%, American Airlines at 14%, and Spirit Airlines at 7%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $55	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,211 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $58	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,042 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Contour	PriceFrom $134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 32 reviews	Search Contour flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $147	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago
Across 24 United Airlines flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago this week, the average price was $313, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $159 round-trip. 8,916 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.
American Airlines Flights From Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago
Across 10,000 American Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.2/10. American Airlines flies from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago about 62 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $157 to $282. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $225. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $730.

What is the cheapest Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

How have Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago is 42 per day as of August 2025. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 47% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 295 flights per week flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 24% of flights taking off on this day.

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