Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Fresno to Chicago?

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $289.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Fresno and Chicago?

Las Vegas (LAS) was the most common stop: 80% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Fresno to Chicago?

Las Vegas (LAS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Fresno Airterminal to Chicago?

Southwest, Delta, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Fresno Airterminal to Chicago

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Fresno to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 45m.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Fresno 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 Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago?

As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Fresno Airterminal 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $268 to $463. The lowest price recently found on this route was $257.

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3:33 pm - 11:43 pm

FAT

ORD

6h 10m

1 stop

8:50 am - 2:56 pm

ORD

FAT

8h 06m

1 stop

$257Alaska Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

12:07 pm - 5:25 am

FAT

ORD

15h 18m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 12:17 pm

ORD

FAT

17h 19m

1 stop

$262Multiple Airlines

Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 28

11:35 am - 9:00 pm

FAT

MDW

7h 25m

1 stop

5:45 am - 9:55 am

MDW

FAT

6h 10m

1 stop

$263Southwest

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

7:15 pm - 5:25 am

FAT

ORD

8h 10m

1 stop

5:00 am - 9:28 am

ORD

FAT

6h 28m

1 stop

$263American Airlines

Tue, Mar 31 - Sat, Apr 4

1:40 pm - 11:59 pm

FAT

ORD

8h 19m

1 stop

6:00 am - 1:48 pm

ORD

FAT

9h 48m

1 stop

$267Alaska Airlines

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 20

6:30 am - 5:05 pm

FAT

MDW

8h 35m

2 stops

5:25 pm - 10:10 pm

MDW

FAT

6h 45m

1 stop

$268Southwest

Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17

6:10 am - 4:18 pm

FAT

ORD

8h 08m

2 stops

2:09 pm - 9:26 pm

ORD

FAT

9h 17m

1 stop

$268Delta

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

10:24 pm - 5:25 am

FAT

ORD

29h 01m

1 stop

5:15 am - 9:34 pm

ORD

FAT

18h 19m

2 stops

$269Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30

1:07 pm - 6:08 am

FAT

ORD

15h 01m

1 stop

8:58 pm - 11:17 am

ORD

FAT

16h 19m

1 stop

$272Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, Apr 24

6:30 am - 5:05 pm

FAT

MDW

8h 35m

2 stops

5:25 pm - 11:45 pm

MDW

FAT

8h 20m

2 stops

$273Southwest

Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 17

United Airlines flights from Fresno to Chicago

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United Airlines

Aug 11

FAT7:00 amFresno Airterminal

4h 06m

ORD1:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 19

ORD3:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 32m

FAT6:22 pmFresno Airterminal

$289

United Airlines

May 4

FAT2:05 pmFresno Airterminal

9h 13m

1 stop

ORD1:18 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 9

ORD7:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 36m

FAT10:27 pmFresno Airterminal

$299

United Airlines

Apr 23

FAT2:10 pmFresno Airterminal

7h 18m

1 stop

ORD11:28 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 30

ORD7:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 36m

FAT10:27 pmFresno Airterminal

$319

Alaska Airlines flights from Fresno to Chicago

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 23

FAT3:33 pmFresno Airterminal

6h 10m

1 stop

ORD11:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 27

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 06m

1 stop

FAT2:56 pmFresno Airterminal

$257

Alaska Airlines

Aug 19

FAT1:40 pmFresno Airterminal

8h 19m

1 stop

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 20

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 48m

1 stop

FAT1:48 pmFresno Airterminal

$267

Alaska Airlines

Jul 6

FAT6:00 amFresno Airterminal

11h 00m

1 stop

ORD7:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 10

ORD7:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

16h 06m

1 stop

FAT10:05 amFresno Airterminal

$277

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Thu 4/23

3:33 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

8:50 am-2:56 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$257

FresnoChicago

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Sat 4/18

12:07 pm-5:25 am

1 stop15h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

8:58 pm-12:17 pm

1 stop17h 19m

$262

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FAT - MDW

FATMDW

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 6/4

11:35 am-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/8

5:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop6h 10m

$263

FresnoChicago

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 3/31

7:15 pm-5:25 am

1 stop8h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

5:00 am-9:28 am

1 stop6h 28m

$263

FresnoChicago

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 8/19

1:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/20

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$267

FresnoChicago

FAT - MDW

FATMDW

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 4/15

6:30 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/17

5:25 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$268

FresnoChicago

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 4/21

6:10 am-4:18 pm

2 stops8h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

2:09 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$268

FresnoChicago

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 4/23

10:24 pm-5:25 am

1 stop29h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

5:15 am-9:34 pm

2 stops18h 19m

$269

FresnoChicago

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 4/22

1:07 pm-6:08 am

1 stop15h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/24

8:58 pm-11:17 am

1 stop16h 19m

$272

FresnoChicago

FAT - MDW

FATMDW

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 4/15

6:30 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/17

5:25 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$273

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Fresno 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 Fresno, with most prices found around $289. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Fresno to Chicago during September average around $313.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $452. 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 Fresno to Chicago for around $554.

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 Fresno to Chicago during this time can be as low as $498. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $499.

What is the cheapest Fresno Airterminal 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 Fresno when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $378 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Fresno for as low as $312 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Fresno Airterminal to Chicago flights?

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

How have Fresno to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Fresno to Chicago flights are approximately 46% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$250
Fastest flight time	4h 02m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Fresno in the past 72 hours is $250. The best round-trip flight deal from Fresno to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $336.

The fastest flight from Fresno to Chicago takes 4h 02m

Direct flights go from Fresno to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Fresno there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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How far is Fresno Airterminal to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 1743.7 mi away from Fresno Airterminal. Typically, this will take 4h 02m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
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As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Fresno Airterminal 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 Fresno to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Fresno to Chicago is Boeing 737-700, representing 37.65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 15.29%, Boeing 737-800 at 12.94%, and Airbus A321neo at 5.88%.
What is the most popular airline from Fresno to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Fresno to Chicago is United Airlines, representing 55% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Southwest at 24%, American Airlines at 11%, and Alaska Airlines at 7%.

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Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $237	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 12,014 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,414 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,276 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $284	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,409 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,317 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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