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$26+ Cheap flights from the United States to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHI
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/123:40 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Wed 11/132:27 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 08mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$69
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Wed 11/205:55 amATL - ORD
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/202:15 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$76
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Thu 11/72:50 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mFrontier
Wed 11/136:35 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$85
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Wed 11/205:55 amATL - ORD
1 stop5h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/207:46 pmORD - ATL
1 stop11h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$92
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/139:05 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/248:55 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$98
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Fri 11/1510:55 amLGA - ORD
1 stop10h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/197:46 pmORD - LGA
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$102
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1411:00 amJFK - MDW
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Mon 11/187:42 amMDW - JFK
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$103
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Thu 11/1410:59 amLGA - ORD
1 stop12h 00mFrontier
Mon 11/188:26 pmORD - LGA
1 stop19h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$103
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Thu 11/143:00 pmJFK - ORD
1 stop7h 59mFrontier
Mon 11/188:26 pmORD - JFK
1 stop14h 56mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$104
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Thu 11/148:35 amLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1810:57 amORD - LGA
1 stop23h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$104
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Sat 11/98:03 pmDFW - ORD
1 stop10h 22mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/1210:45 amORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$107
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Wed 11/1310:55 amEWR - ORD
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/207:50 amORD - EWR
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/31$108

Find flights from USA to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 12/5

10:26 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$38

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 11/13

11:13 am-12:52 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$41

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/4

7:29 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$58

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/16

6:35 pm-8:24 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

$59

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 12/7

3:19 pm-4:58 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$69

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 1/12

7:00 am-8:46 am

Nonstop2h 46m

$74

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/29

9:11 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$41

NewarkChicago

EWR - MDW

EWRMDW

Newark

Wed 12/4

5:42 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop24h 36m

$85

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 11/10

10:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$87

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 11/9

1:14 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$44

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from USA to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from USA to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from USA to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

When flying from USA to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and Delta from USA to Chicago have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.8
Good
294 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.8
Good
388 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from USA to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from USA to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $37, but on average you can expect to pay $90.

  • Are there nonstop flights from USA to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from USA to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from USA to Chicago is less than $108.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from USA to Chicago for under $100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from USA to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from USA to Chicago?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    On average, you can expect to see 166 flights from USA to Chicago a day.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 16% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 49% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 6% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 29% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from USA to Chicago?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and JetBlue fly from USA to Chicago in about 2h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from USA to Chicago is about 1750 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $26 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $28 and JetBlue from $58 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from USA to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from USA to Chicago consider choosing Brussels Airlines (95%), Emirates (95%) or Royal Jordanian (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from USA to Chicago is $94. On average you can expect to pay $927. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $117.

  • What does LAX to ORD mean?

    Great question - LAX to ORD just means Los Angeles Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your USA to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from USA to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter USA to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from USA to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from USA to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on USA to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the USA to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The USA to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from USA to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$35Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$38Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$49Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$68Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$115Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$126Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$313Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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