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

58 flights are operational weekly from Tucson to Chicago as of March 2026. 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 Allegiant Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Tucson according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% 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.

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

8 flights are operational daily from Tucson to Chicago as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 69% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Tucson Airport to Chicago are updated daily.

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

There are 4 operators available for flights from Tucson Airport to Chicago as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tucson 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 Tucson 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $365 to $532. The lowest price recently found on this route was $276.

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4:20 pm - 11:55 pm

TUS

ORD

5h 35m

1 stop

6:15 am - 11:55 am

ORD

TUS

7h 40m

1 stop

$276Southwest

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

7:50 am - 6:50 pm

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ORD

9h 00m

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4:50 pm - 10:10 pm

ORD

TUS

7h 20m

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$282Southwest

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

7:50 am - 6:50 pm

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ORD

9h 00m

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11:55 am - 9:15 pm

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TUS

11h 20m

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$287Southwest

Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28

1:23 pm - 2:16 pm

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ORD

22h 53m

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7:20 am - 5:55 pm

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12h 35m

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$307Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 19

12:28 pm - 6:05 pm

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ORD

3h 37mnonstop

9:09 pm - 10:57 pm

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TUS

3h 48mnonstop

$323American Airlines

Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27

12:45 pm - 5:55 pm

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MDW

3h 10mnonstop

8:40 pm - 10:25 pm

MDW

TUS

3h 45mnonstop

$330Southwest

Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 16

12:28 pm - 6:05 pm

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ORD

3h 37mnonstop

10:16 am - 2:28 pm

ORD

TUS

6h 12m

1 stop

$333American Airlines

Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27

7:35 pm - 5:25 am

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7h 50m

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8:40 pm - 10:25 pm

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TUS

3h 45mnonstop

$340Southwest

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3:47 pm - 11:48 pm

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ORD

6h 01m

1 stop

10:16 am - 2:28 pm

ORD

TUS

6h 12m

1 stop

$343American Airlines

Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27

12:28 pm - 6:05 pm

TUS

ORD

3h 37mnonstop

9:49 am - 11:46 am

ORD

TUS

3h 57mnonstop

$373American Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 6

Southwest flights from Tucson to Chicago

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Apr 21

TUS4:20 pmTucson

5h 35m

1 stop

ORD11:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 28

ORD6:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 40m

1 stop

TUS11:55 amTucson

$276

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Apr 21

TUS7:50 amTucson

9h 00m

2 stops

ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 28

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 20m

1 stop

TUS10:10 pmTucson

$282

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Apr 21

TUS7:50 amTucson

9h 00m

2 stops

ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 28

ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 20m

2 stops

TUS9:15 pmTucson

$287

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May 5

TUS12:28 pmTucson

3h 37m

ORD6:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 6

ORD9:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 57m

TUS11:46 amTucson

$373

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Apr 9

TUS6:00 amTucson

3h 32m

ORD11:32 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 15

ORD10:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 48m

TUS11:59 pmTucson

$384

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May 19

TUS5:07 pmTucson

5h 25m

1 stop

ORD12:32 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 26

ORD9:46 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 50m

TUS11:36 amTucson

$388

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$276

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7:50 am-6:50 pm

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4:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$282

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TUS - ORD

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Tucson

Tue 4/21

7:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

11:55 am-9:15 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$287

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TUS - ORD

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Fri 4/10

1:23 pm-2:16 pm

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7:20 am-5:55 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$307

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TUS - ORD

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Wed 5/20

12:28 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

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Wed 5/27

9:09 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$323

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Thu 5/7

12:45 pm-5:55 pm

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Sat 5/16

8:40 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$330

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TUS - ORD

TUSORD

Tucson

Wed 5/20

12:28 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

10:16 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$333

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TUS - MDW

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Tucson

Thu 5/7

7:35 pm-5:25 am

1 stop7h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/16

8:40 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$340

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TUS - ORD

TUSORD

Tucson

Wed 5/20

3:47 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

10:16 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$343

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TUS - ORD

TUSORD

Tucson

Tue 5/5

12:28 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/6

9:49 am-11:46 am

Nonstop3h 57m

$373

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Tucson 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 Tucson, with most prices found around $291. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Tucson to Chicago during February average around $358.

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 $473. 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 Tucson to Chicago for around $633.

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 at noon. Flights from Tucson to Chicago during this time can be as low as $487. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $679.

What is the cheapest Tucson 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 Tucson when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $422 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Tucson for as low as $294 on momondo.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Tucson to Chicago flight.

How have Tucson to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Tucson to Chicago flights are approximately 37% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$257
Fastest flight time	3h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Tucson in the past 72 hours is $257. The best round-trip flight deal from Tucson to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $413.

The fastest flight from Tucson to Chicago takes 3h 10m

Direct flights go from Tucson to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Tucson there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).

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How far is Tucson to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Tucson and Chicago is about 1442.0 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tucson Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Tucson Airport to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tucson Airport to Chicago?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Tucson Airport to Chicago as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tucson and Chicago, the leading plane model is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets), making up 27.12% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 26.85%, Airbus A319 with 20.82%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 7.95%.
What is the most popular airline from Tucson to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tucson and Chicago, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 53% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Southwest with 25%, United Airlines with 19%, and Frontier with 3%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,020 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $269	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $270	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,462 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $300	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,324 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Tucson to Chicago
Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Tucson to Chicago, operating 5 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Tucson to Chicago starts from $300 round-trip, up to an average price of $429. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Tucson to Chicago
Across 9,462 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Tucson to Chicago about 13 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $270 to $457. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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