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

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

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

88 flights are operational weekly from Tucson to Chicago as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% 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 58% 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?

12 flights are operational daily from Tucson to Chicago as of May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 53% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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 May 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 $556 to $378. The lowest price recently found on this route was $349.

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7:25 am - 12:40 pm

TUS

MDW

3h 15mnonstop

7:20 am - 12:20 pm

MDW

TUS

7h 00m

1 stop

$349Southwest

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

1:22 pm - 11:32 pm

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ORD

8h 10m

1 stop

9:48 am - 11:39 am

ORD

TUS

3h 51mnonstop

$349American Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

7:25 am - 12:40 pm

TUS

MDW

3h 15mnonstop

6:00 am - 1:35 pm

MDW

TUS

9h 35m

2 stops

$354Southwest

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

8:38 am - 3:56 pm

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ORD

5h 18m

1 stop

5:00 am - 11:05 am

ORD

TUS

8h 05m

1 stop

$359American Airlines

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

11:30 am - 8:20 pm

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6h 50m

1 stop

6:40 am - 9:55 am

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TUS

5h 15m

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$359Southwest

Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29

6:45 pm - 4:40 am

TUS

MDW

7h 55m

1 stop

6:50 am - 1:50 pm

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TUS

9h 00m

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$364Southwest

Wed, Jul 8 - Fri, Jul 10

7:20 am - 1:05 pm

TUS

ORD

3h 45mnonstop

7:45 pm - 10:11 pm

ORD

TUS

4h 26mnonstop

$366United Airlines

Tue, Jul 14 - Sat, Jul 18

7:25 am - 12:40 pm

TUS

MDW

3h 15mnonstop

4:00 pm - 5:40 pm

MDW

TUS

3h 40mnonstop

$369Southwest

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 28

10:30 am - 4:16 pm

TUS

ORD

3h 46mnonstop

6:00 am - 12:23 pm

ORD

TUS

8h 23m

1 stop

$380United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

11:04 am - 9:50 pm

TUS

ORD

8h 46m

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5:30 am - 12:19 pm

ORD

TUS

8h 49m

1 stop

$389Delta

Sat, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 9

Delta flights from Tucson to Chicago

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May 27

TUS1:25 pmTucson

6h 28m

1 stop

ORD9:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 24

ORD1:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 56m

1 stop

TUS9:42 pmTucson

$378

Delta

May 27

TUS6:00 amTucson

12h 14m

2 stops

ORD8:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 24

ORD1:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 56m

1 stop

TUS9:42 pmTucson

$383

Delta

May 27

TUS6:50 amTucson

10h 30m

2 stops

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 24

ORD12:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 33m

2 stops

TUS9:00 pmTucson

$388

Alaska Airlines flights from Tucson to Chicago

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Oct 6

TUS7:22 amTucson

8h 58m

1 stop

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 10

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 56m

1 stop

TUS2:56 pmTucson

$394

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Oct 27

TUS7:22 amTucson

8h 58m

1 stop

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 28

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 56m

1 stop

TUS2:56 pmTucson

$397

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Aug 25

TUS3:03 pmTucson

13h 17m

1 stop

ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 1

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 05m

1 stop

TUS2:05 pmTucson

$421

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Wed 10/28

7:20 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$349

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Wed 6/10

1:22 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 10m

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Wed 6/17

9:48 am-11:39 am

Nonstop3h 51m

$349

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TUS - MDW

TUSMDW

Tucson

Wed 10/14

7:25 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

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Wed 10/28

6:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$354

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TUS - ORD

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Wed 6/10

8:38 am-3:56 pm

1 stop5h 18m

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Wed 6/17

5:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop8h 05m

$359

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TUS - MDW

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Tucson

Thu 9/24

11:30 am-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

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Tue 9/29

6:40 am-9:55 am

1 stop5h 15m

$359

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TUS - MDW

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Tucson

Wed 7/8

6:45 pm-4:40 am

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/10

6:50 am-1:50 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$364

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TUS - ORD

TUSORD

Tucson

Tue 7/14

7:20 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/18

7:45 pm-10:11 pm

Nonstop4h 26m

$366

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Tucson

Wed 10/14

7:25 am-12:40 pm

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Wed 10/28

4:00 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$369

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TUS - ORD

TUSORD

Tucson

Wed 9/23

10:30 am-4:16 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/29

6:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$380

TucsonChicago

TUS - ORD

TUSORD

Tucson

Sat 6/6

11:04 am-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

5:30 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$389

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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 July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Tucson, with most prices found around $115. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in July, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from Tucson to Chicago during June average around $127.

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 $474. 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 $640.

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 $486. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $548.

What is the cheapest Tucson to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Tucson 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 $437 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 $259 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?

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

How have Tucson to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Tucson to Chicago flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$277
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 $277. The best round-trip flight deal from Tucson to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $429.

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 May 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 Boeing 737-800, making up 30.56% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 29.12%, Airbus A319 with 24.48%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 6.40%.
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 55% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Southwest with 23% and United Airlines with 22%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,933 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $269	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,629 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $300	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,266 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $311	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,749 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Tucson to Chicago
Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Tucson to Chicago, operating 4 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 $425. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.
United Airlines Flights From Tucson to Chicago
Across 9,749 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Tucson to Chicago about 7 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $311 to $489. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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