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7:01 pm - 9:51 pmIAH-ORD
2h 50mnonstop
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5:05 am - 5:10 pmORD-IAH
12h 05m1 stop
$98Frontier
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Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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7:09 pm - 9:43 pmIAH-MDW
2h 34mnonstop
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6:00 am - 5:10 pmMDW-IAH
11h 10m1 stop
$98Frontier
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Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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5:43 pm - 8:09 pmIAH-ORD
2h 26mnonstop
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9:14 pm - 11:59 pmORD-IAH
2h 45mnonstop
$100Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:17 pm - 2:19 pmIAH-ORD
18h 02m1 stop
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3:25 pm - 6:25 pmORD-IAH
3h 00mnonstop
$103Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
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7:35 am - 8:54 pmIAH-ORD
13h 19m1 stop
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1:47 pm - 4:45 pmORD-IAH
2h 58mnonstop
$105Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3
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8:30 pm - 10:55 pmHOU-MDW
2h 25mnonstop
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8:55 am - 11:50 amMDW-HOU
2h 55mnonstop
$117Southwest
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Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
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3:00 pm - 7:05 pmHOU-MDW
4h 05m1 stop
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7:55 pm - 10:40 pmMDW-HOU
2h 45mnonstop
$127Southwest
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Wed, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 6
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6:00 am - 12:04 pmHOU-ORD
6h 04m1 stop
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5:08 pm - 11:07 pmORD-HOU
5h 59m1 stop
$197Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
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6:48 pm - 12:02 amHOU-ORD
5h 14m1 stop
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4:20 pm - 10:48 pmORD-HOU
6h 28m1 stop
$198Delta
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Mon, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 2
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9:27 pm - 11:15 amIAH-RFD
13h 48m1 stop
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8:01 pm - 6:36 amRFD-IAH
10h 35m1 stop
$564Multiple Airlines
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Frontier flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Feb 27
IAH7:01 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 50m
ORD9:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 1
ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 05m
1 stop
IAH5:10 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$98
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Frontier
Dec 11
IAH6:05 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
12h 03m
1 stop
MDW6:08 pmChicago Midway
Dec 12
MDW2:59 pmChicago Midway
3h 07m
IAH6:06 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$99
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Frontier
Dec 12
IAH8:58 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 44m
ORD11:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 13
ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 46m
1 stop
IAH8:06 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$100
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Spirit Airlines flights from Houston to Chicago

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Spirit Airlines
Jan 27
IAH7:35 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
13h 19m
1 stop
ORD8:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 3
ORD1:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 58m
IAH4:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$105
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Spirit Airlines
Dec 16
IAH10:41 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
9h 20m
1 stop
ORD8:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 21
ORD9:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 50m
IAH11:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
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Spirit Airlines
Dec 4
IAH5:43 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 26m
ORD8:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 6
ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 58m
1 stop
IAH6:08 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
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HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/27

7:01 pm-9:51 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

5:05 am-5:10 pm

1 stop12h 05m

$98

HoustonChicago

IAH - MDW

IAHMDW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/27

7:09 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/1

6:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$98

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/12

5:43 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/16

9:14 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$100

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/7

8:17 pm-2:19 pm

1 stop18h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

3:25 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$103

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/27

7:35 am-8:54 pm

1 stop13h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

1:47 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$105

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

8:30 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

8:55 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$117

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/24

3:00 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/6

7:55 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$127

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/24

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

5:08 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$197

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/24

6:48 pm-12:02 am

1 stop5h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

4:20 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$198

HoustonChicago

IAH - RFD

IAHRFD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/20

9:27 pm-11:15 am

1 stop13h 48m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Fri 11/21

8:01 pm-6:36 am

1 stop10h 35m

$564

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Houston, with most prices found around $148. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston to Chicago during October average around $178.

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 $268. 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 Houston to Chicago for around $387.

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 Houston to Chicago during this time can be as low as $207. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $773.

What is the cheapest Houston to Chicago flight route?

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $223 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Houston for as low as $173 on momondo.

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

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

Cheap Houston to Chicago flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Houston to Chicago

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The fastest flight from Houston to Chicago takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Houston to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago Midway (MDW)
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  • How far is Houston to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from Houston to Chicago will travel around 941.3 mi. 2h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    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 Houston to Chicago.

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

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

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $77Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,139 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $77Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,109 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $160Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,051 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $171Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $177Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,017 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,007 reviews
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