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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston 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 Houston, with most prices found around $158. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston to Chicago during September average around $158.
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 $265. 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 $416.
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 $188. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $756.
What is the cheapest Houston to Chicago flight route?
Fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 $216 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 $143 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Chicago?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Houston according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 31% 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 flights depart from Houston to Chicago on average per day?
As of June 2025, 55 flights take off from Houston and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 44% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Houston to Chicago on average per week?
As of June 2025, 386 flights take off from Houston and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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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.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Houston to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Chicago?
As of June 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Chicago.
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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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $57 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,296 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $62 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,077 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $144 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,831 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $146 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $191 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,278 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $196 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,966 reviews |
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