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 4 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 Memphis to Chicago on average per week?

222 flights are operational weekly from Memphis to Chicago as of September 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

As of September 2026, 31 flights take off from Memphis and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 55% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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

Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Memphis to Chicago

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 3 as of September 2026.

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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6:11 pm - 3:30 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

8:00 am - 7:04 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

11h 04m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$206Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Thu, Nov 12

6:41 am - 8:47 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06mnonstop

8:09 am - 10:07 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 58mnonstop

$219American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17

5:10 am - 6:45 amMEM Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 35mnonstop

8:40 pm - 10:20 pmMDW Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis

1h 40mnonstop

$219Southwest

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

6:41 am - 8:47 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06mnonstop

8:10 am - 10:08 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 58mnonstop

$219American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

6:41 am - 8:47 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06mnonstop

11:50 am - 1:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 57mnonstop

$219American Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

5:10 am - 6:45 amMEM Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 35mnonstop

8:40 pm - 10:20 pmMDW Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis

1h 40mnonstop

$221Southwest

Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20

6:19 am - 10:39 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

2:44 pm - 9:10 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

6h 26m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$239Delta

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 12:20 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:32 am - 3:53 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

5h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$239Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17

7:04 am - 9:10 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06mnonstop

8:40 am - 10:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

2h 05mnonstop

$251United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14

7:04 am - 9:10 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06mnonstop

9:20 pm - 11:16 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 56mnonstop

$254United Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13

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8:11 pm - 10:59 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 48m1 stop Orlando

6:30 am - 3:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

9h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$320Frontier

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Oct 4

8:11 pm - 10:59 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 48m1 stop Orlando

6:30 am - 3:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

9h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$340Frontier

Sun, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 27

8:11 pm - 10:59 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 48m1 stop Orlando

6:30 am - 3:40 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

9h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

$375Frontier

Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20

5:05 am - 7:15 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 10mnonstop

9:15 pm - 11:07 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 52mnonstop

$467American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 28

6:26 pm - 8:32 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06mnonstop

3:40 pm - 5:39 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 59mnonstop

$467United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 29

6:45 am - 9:00 amMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 15mnonstop

9:26 pm - 11:18 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 52mnonstop

$473American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19

6:00 am - 7:35 amMEM Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 35mnonstop

10:10 am - 11:45 amMDW Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis

1h 35mnonstop

$473Southwest

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 15

3:25 pm - 5:00 pmMEM Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 35mnonstop

8:45 pm - 10:30 pmMDW Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis

1h 45mnonstop

$473Southwest

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

5:34 pm - 8:05 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 31mnonstop

8:07 am - 10:01 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

1h 54mnonstop

$474American Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

3:27 pm - 9:32 pmMEM Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:47 am - 11:03 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis

2h 16mnonstop

$483United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19

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Oct 29

MEM7:54 pmMemphis

28h 27m

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ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 39m

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MEM7:09 pmMemphis

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MEM6:51 pmMemphis

12h 40m

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ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 44m

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MEM7:14 pmMemphis

$250

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Oct 15

MEM6:51 pmMemphis

12h 40m

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ORD7:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD6:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl

12h 44m

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MEM7:14 pmMemphis

$258

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Oct 14

MEM6:41 amMemphis

2h 06m

ORD8:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 20

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 57m

MEM1:47 pmMemphis

$219

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Oct 21

MEM6:41 amMemphis

2h 06m

ORD8:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 26

ORD8:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 58m

MEM10:08 amMemphis

$235

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Oct 14

MEM6:41 amMemphis

2h 06m

ORD8:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 19

ORD6:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 15m

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MEM11:55 pmMemphis

$245

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MEM Memphis - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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MEM Memphis - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Thu 10/8

7:04 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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8:40 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 05m

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MemphisChicago

MEM Memphis - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MEMORD

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Thu 10/8

7:04 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

9:20 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$254

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $206 to $392.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $206.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Memphis, with most prices found around $298. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Memphis to Chicago during January average around $298.

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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as $454. 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 $967.

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 $446. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $1,241.

What is the cheapest Memphis to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Memphis 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 $335 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 $232 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 September 2026, prices for Memphis to Chicago flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Memphis to Chicago

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Best Price Found	$89
Fastest flight time	1h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Memphis in the past 72 hours is $89. The best round-trip flight deal from Memphis to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $206.

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

Direct flights go from Memphis to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Memphis there are direct flights to 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 3 as of September 2026.
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, representing 19.27% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 18.13%, Embraer 170 at 13.84%, and Airbus A319 at 13.36%.
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 (35% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Southwest (31%), United Airlines (30%), and Delta (3%).

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,209 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,055 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,188 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Memphis to Chicago
Across 6 Southwest flights from Memphis to Chicago this week, the average price was $353, with the best Southwest deals starting from $197 round-trip. 4,188 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Memphis to Chicago
Across 10,209 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Memphis to Chicago about 22 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $157 to $338. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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