How many flights depart from Memphis to Chicago on average per day?

As of August 2025, 34 flights take off from Memphis and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 51% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Memphis to Chicago?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Memphis to Chicago

How many flights depart from Memphis to Chicago on average per week?

242 flights are operational weekly from Memphis to Chicago as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Memphis according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% 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 Memphis Airport to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Memphis Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Memphis Airport to Chicago is 4 as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 $234 to $430. The lowest price recently found on this route was $185.

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7:00 am - 6:53 pmMEM-ORD

11h 53m1 stop

5:00 am - 6:15 pmORD-MEM

13h 15m1 stop

$185

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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2

7:00 am - 6:50 pmMEM-ORD

11h 50m1 stop

5:17 pm - 11:50 pmORD-MEM

6h 33m1 stop

$187Spirit Airlines

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Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 20

7:25 am - 9:05 amMEM-MDW

1h 40mnonstop

8:30 am - 10:10 amMDW-MEM

1h 40mnonstop

$197Southwest

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 30

7:30 am - 9:31 amMEM-ORD

2h 01mnonstop

7:45 pm - 9:43 pmORD-MEM

1h 58mnonstop

$197United Airlines

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

3:35 pm - 5:40 pmMEM-ORD

2h 05mnonstop

10:05 pm - 11:59 pmORD-MEM

1h 54mnonstop

$199American Airlines

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Mon, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 8

1:50 pm - 3:30 pmMEM-MDW

1h 40mnonstop

8:30 am - 10:10 amMDW-MEM

1h 40mnonstop

$199Southwest

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Tue, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 13

5:18 pm - 7:26 pmMEM-ORD

2h 08mnonstop

10:13 pm - 11:59 pmORD-MEM

1h 46mnonstop

$201American Airlines

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Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18

5:00 pm - 11:56 pmMEM-ORD

6h 56m1 stop

5:45 am - 10:25 amORD-MEM

4h 40m1 stop

$217Delta

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Sat, Aug 30 - Sun, Aug 31

2:03 pm - 6:35 pmMEM-MDW

4h 32m1 stop

6:30 pm - 11:03 pmMDW-MEM

4h 33m1 stop

$217Delta

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Wed, Sep 17 - Wed, Sep 24

7:30 am - 9:31 amMEM-ORD

2h 01mnonstop

8:00 pm - 9:59 pmORD-MEM

1h 59mnonstop

$225United Airlines

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American Airlines flights from Memphis to Chicago

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Oct 6

MEM3:35 pmMemphis

2h 05m

ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 8

ORD10:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 54m

MEM11:59 pmMemphis

$199

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Sep 15

MEM5:18 pmMemphis

2h 08m

ORD7:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 18

ORD10:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 46m

MEM11:59 pmMemphis

$201

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Oct 16

MEM7:00 amMemphis

2h 00m

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 25

ORD4:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 52m

MEM6:05 pmMemphis

$216

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Sep 17

MEM7:30 amMemphis

2h 01m

ORD9:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 24

ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 58m

MEM9:43 pmMemphis

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Oct 24

MEM7:30 amMemphis

2h 01m

ORD9:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 26

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 59m

MEM9:59 pmMemphis

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Aug 30

MEM11:00 amMemphis

2h 08m

ORD1:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 30

ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 58m

MEM9:43 pmMemphis

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Thu 9/18

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Nonstop2h 08m

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10:13 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

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MEM - ORD

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Sat 8/30

5:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 56m

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5:45 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 40m

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Wed 9/17

2:03 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop4h 32m

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Wed 9/24

6:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$217

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MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 10/24

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

8:00 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$225

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Memphis and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Memphis, with most prices found around $283. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Memphis to Chicago during October average around $289.

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 $450. 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 Memphis to Chicago for around $938.

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 Memphis to Chicago during this time can be as low as $228. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $1,134.

What is the cheapest Memphis 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 Memphis when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $319 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Memphis for as low as $158 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Memphis to Chicago.

How have Memphis to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Memphis to Chicago flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$200
Fastest flight time	1h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Memphis in the past 72 hours is $200. The best round-trip flight deal from Memphis to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $233.

The fastest flight from Memphis to Chicago takes 1h 35m

Direct flights go from Memphis to Chicago every day.

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

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How far is Memphis to Chicago by plane?
Chicago is 482.4 mi away from Memphis. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Memphis Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Memphis Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Memphis Airport to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Memphis Airport to Chicago is 4 as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Memphis to Chicago is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), representing 16.59% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 16.37%, Embraer 170 at 14.96%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 at 12.26%.
What is the most popular airline from Memphis to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Memphis to Chicago is American Airlines (36% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Southwest (36%), United Airlines (24%), and Delta (2%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,982 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $183	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $190	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,928 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Memphis to Chicago
Across 10 Southwest flights from Memphis to Chicago this week, the average price was $314, with the best Southwest deals starting from $183 round-trip. 4,246 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Memphis to Chicago
Across 8,928 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Memphis to Chicago about 25 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $190 to $324. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Memphis and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Memphis, with most prices found around $283. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Memphis to Chicago during October average around $289.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

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 Memphis to Chicago during this time can be as low as $228. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $1,134.

What is the cheapest Memphis to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Memphis to Chicago Midway for the best Memphis - Chicago flight prices

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

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Memphis to Chicago.

How have Memphis to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Memphis to Chicago flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Memphis to Chicago?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Memphis to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

How many flights depart from Memphis to Chicago on average per day?

As of August 2025, 34 flights take off from Memphis and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 51% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Memphis to Chicago on average per week?

242 flights are operational weekly from Memphis to Chicago as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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