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Cheap flights from Houston to Chicago from $54

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Spirit Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 7:50 amIAH-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 11:59 pmORD-IAH
2h 49mnonstop
$106Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Jul 25
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12:48 pm - 3:35 pmIAH-ORD
2h 47mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 7:13 pmORD-IAH
2h 43mnonstop
$110Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
Frontier Logo
10:05 am - 12:49 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:20 amORD-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
$121Frontier
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Sun, Jul 20 - Thu, Jul 24
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10:05 am - 12:49 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 11:59 pmORD-IAH
2h 49mnonstop
Thu, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 11
Frontier Logo
10:05 am - 12:49 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:20 amORD-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
$128Frontier
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Fri, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 10
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5:15 am - 7:50 amIAH-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:20 amORD-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
Sat, Jul 12 - Sun, Jul 13
Southwest Logo
9:15 pm - 11:35 pmHOU-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
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5:15 am - 7:50 amMDW-HOU
2h 35mnonstop
$157Southwest
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 11:10 pmHOU-MDW
2h 30mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:40 pm - 12:10 amMDW-HOU
2h 30mnonstop
$177Southwest
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Tue, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 23
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:45 amIAH-ORD
2h 45mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:55 amORD-IAH
2h 45mnonstop
$197American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 11
American Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 8:46 amIAH-ORD
2h 45mnonstop
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8:22 pm - 11:24 pmORD-IAH
3h 02mnonstop
$248American Airlines
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Thu, Jul 17 - Sat, Jul 19

Spirit Airlines flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jul 21
IAH5:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 35m
ORD7:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 25
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 49m
IAH11:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Spirit Airlines
Sep 12
IAH12:48 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 47m
ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 15
ORD4:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 43m
IAH7:13 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Spirit Airlines
Jul 21
IAH5:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 35m
ORD7:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 26
ORD3:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 47m
IAH5:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

Frontier flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Jul 20
IAH10:05 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 44m
ORD12:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 24
ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 50m
IAH9:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Frontier
Aug 8
IAH10:05 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 44m
ORD12:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 10
ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 50m
IAH9:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Frontier
Jul 10
IAH10:05 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
2h 44m
ORD12:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 31
ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 50m
IAH9:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

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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.

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Best Price Found

$54

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Houston in the past 72 hours is $54. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $106.
The fastest flight from Houston to Chicago takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Houston to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • 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?

  • 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.


Best airlines flying from Houston to Chicago

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FrontierPriceFrom $57Free CancellationRating
5.9
3,296 reviews
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6.3
8,077 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $144Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,831 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $146Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $191Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,278 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $196Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,966 reviews
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