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12:03 pm - 12:17 amPDX-MDW
10h 14m1 stop
8:44 pm - 8:40 amMDW-PDX
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$108Frontier
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Mon, Feb 10 - Sat, Feb 22
7:35 am - 2:00 pmPDX-ORD
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6:36 pm - 9:47 amORD-PDX
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$118Frontier
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Wed, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 9
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$118Frontier
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5:30 pm - 5:31 amPDX-ORD
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$160Spirit Airlines
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5:30 pm - 5:31 amPDX-ORD
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10:47 pm - 9:21 amORD-PDX
12h 34m1 stop
$165Spirit Airlines
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7:00 am - 1:07 pmPDX-ORD
4h 07mnonstop
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3:00 pm - 11:59 pmPDX-ORD
6h 59m1 stop
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$216Alaska Airlines
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8h 17m1 stop
$227United Airlines
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4:00 pm - 6:43 pmORD-PDX
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$228United Airlines
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$321American Airlines
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8:09 pm - 6:07 amPDX-ORD
7h 58m1 stop
$49Spirit Airlines
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7:35 am - 10:37 pmPDX-ORD
13h 02m1 stop
$60Frontier
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7:00 am - 1:07 pmPDX-ORD
4h 07mnonstop
$99Alaska Airlines
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5:20 am - 1:15 pmPDX-ORD
5h 55m1 stop
$104Delta
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12:45 am - 8:59 amPDX-ORD
6h 14m1 stop
$108Delta
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7:00 am - 1:01 pmPDX-ORD
4h 01mnonstop
$109United Airlines
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11:58 pm - 5:55 amPDX-ORD
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12:26 am - 10:38 amPDX-ORD
8h 12m1 stop
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12:59 am - 11:30 amPDX-ORD
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7:35 am - 12:13 amPDX-MDW
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18h 00m1 stop
$240Frontier
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18h 09m1 stop
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7:16 pm - 5:28 pmPDX-ORD
20h 12m2 stops
9:54 pm - 1:49 pmORD-PDX
17h 55m1 stop
$315Spirit Airlines
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3h 58mnonstop
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7h 05m1 stop
$457United Airlines
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6h 50m1 stop
$511Alaska Airlines
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17h 58m1 stop
$554Alaska Airlines
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$571United Airlines
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9h 34m1 stop
$646Delta
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8h 49m1 stop
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$197Alaska Airlines
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9:00 am - 2:55 pmPDX-MDW
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$227United Airlines
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$228United Airlines
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Spirit Airlines flights from Portland to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Portland to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Feb 3
PDX5:30 pmPortland
10h 01m
1 stop
ORD5:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 8
ORD10:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 34m
1 stop
PDX9:21 amPortland
Spirit Airlines
Jan 18
PDX5:30 pmPortland
10h 01m
1 stop
ORD5:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 1
ORD10:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 34m
1 stop
PDX9:21 amPortland
Spirit Airlines
Jan 27
PDX5:30 pmPortland
10h 01m
1 stop
ORD5:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 1
ORD10:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 34m
1 stop
PDX9:21 amPortland

Alaska Airlines flights from Portland to Chicago

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Portland to Chicago flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 15
PDX7:00 amPortland
4h 07m
ORD1:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 22
ORD6:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 46m
PDX9:41 pmPortland
Alaska Airlines
Jan 15
PDX3:00 pmPortland
6h 59m
1 stop
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 22
ORD6:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 46m
PDX9:41 pmPortland
Alaska Airlines
Jan 8
PDX7:00 amPortland
4h 07m
ORD1:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 13
ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 43m
PDX6:18 pmPortland

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Portland 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 Portland, with most prices found around $299. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Portland to Chicago during January average around $316.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $311. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Portland to Chicago for around $376.

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 afternoon. Flights from Portland to Chicago during this time can be as low as $237. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $393.

What is the cheapest Portland to Chicago flight route?

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

The best time to book a flight to Chicago from Portland is 12 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $343. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $250.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a Portland to Chicago flight.

How have Portland to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Portland to Chicago flights are approximately 17% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Portland to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$49

Fastest flight time

3h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Portland in the past 72 hours is $49. The best round-trip flight deal from Portland to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $108.
The fastest flight from Portland to Chicago takes 3h 55m
Direct flights go from Portland to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • How far is Portland to Chicago by plane?

    Portland and Chicago are 1753.4 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 3h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Portland Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport 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 Portland Airport to Chicago.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Portland to Chicago?

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Best airlines flying from Portland to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $82Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,143 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $108Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,506 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
8.0
9,519 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,682 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,134 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,934 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Portland to Chicago

    Southwest flies from Portland to Chicago around 5 times per week, with 4,934 momondo users rating the airline 8.1/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Portland to Chicago in the last 72 hours was $233 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $520 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Portland to Chicago

    Another popular option for Portland to Chicago flights is Alaska Airlines (8.0/10, 9,519 ratings). Alaska Airlines flies from Portland to Chicago around 3 times per week, with deals starting from $178 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $345.


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Flights from Portland to Chicago with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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