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$28+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PHL
Nov 4 — Nov 111
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The best prices from Chicago to Philadelphia are usually found in August or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$58
(Frontier)

One-way from

$28
(Cheapflightsfares)
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/162:52 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Sun 11/177:15 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$70
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.
Thu 11/217:30 amORD - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Sat 11/236:57 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$72
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:30 amORD - PHL
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/59:28 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$115
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/147:05 pmORD - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/196:16 amPHL - ORD
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$117
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/48:30 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Thu 12/57:35 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/142:26 pmORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/156:20 amPHL - ORD
1 stop4h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$152
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/191:09 pmORD - PHL
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/255:10 amPHL - ORD
2 stops13h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$174
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/193:19 pmMDW - PHL
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Fri 11/225:30 amPHL - MDW
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/29$194
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/189:25 amORD - PHL
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Thu 11/215:30 amPHL - ORD
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 10/29$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/185:45 pmORD - PHL
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Tue 11/196:15 amPHL - ORD
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$223

Find flights from Chicago to Philadelphia within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Philadelphia 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 30, 2024.

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Chicago MidwayPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/24

Nonstop2h 03m

Philadelphia

Tue 12/31

Nonstop2h 26m

$58

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/25

Nonstop2h 07m

Philadelphia

Wed 1/1

Nonstop2h 28m

$61

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/4

Nonstop1h 56m

Philadelphia

Thu 12/5

Nonstop2h 28m

$115

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/14

Nonstop1h 59m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/19

1 stop10h 00m

$117

Chicago MidwayPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/4

Nonstop1h 50m

Philadelphia

Thu 12/5

Nonstop2h 10m

$127

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/13

Nonstop2h 04m

Philadelphia

Sat 11/16

Nonstop2h 19m

$147

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/19

1 stop7h 32m

Philadelphia

Mon 11/25

2 stops13h 05m

$174

Chicago MidwayPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/19

1 stop6h 30m

Philadelphia

Fri 11/22

1 stop5h 02m

$194

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop5h 07m

Philadelphia

Thu 11/21

1 stop6h 20m

$194

Chicago O'Hare IntlPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/18

1 stop4h 55m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/19

2 stops7h 45m

$223

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Deals found on 10/29

Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Philadelphia

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Philadelphia in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 starCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Philadelphia

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia (average of $234). Flying from Chicago to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 CHI to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Philadelphia at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated October 30, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Delta and Southwest from Chicago to Philadelphia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,836 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,520 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,118 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Chicago, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 18 flights from Chicago to Philadelphia per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Philadelphia for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $58, but on average you can expect to pay $141.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 5 direct flights from Chicago to Philadelphia under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Philadelphia is less than $107.

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

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Chicago to Philadelphia within the next 7 days for less than $100.

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

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    Travelers can expect 110 flights from Chicago to Philadelphia on average per day.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 11% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 28% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 37% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 24% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Philadelphia can take about 1h 50m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $58. The distance between Chicago and Philadelphia is about 680 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Philadelphia round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($58), American Airlines ($115), and Southwest ($127) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Philadelphia. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Philadelphia for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $28. Users have also found prices from $58 and $69 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Philadelphia on time: Royal Jordanian (84%), Cathay Pacific (78%), American Airlines (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Philadelphia is $39. On average you can expect to pay $761. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $77.

  • What does ORD to PHL mean?

    ORD and PHL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. ORD to PHL refers to a flight route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Philadelphia Airport. 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 Chicago to Philadelphia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Philadelphia 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 Chicago to Philadelphia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Philadelphia 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 Chicago to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Philadelphia 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 Chicago to Philadelphia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Chicago to Philadelphia 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 Chicago to Philadelphia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Chicago to Philadelphia 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 Chicago to Philadelphia flight deals updated?

    The Chicago to Philadelphia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/30.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia (average of $234). Flying from Chicago to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $284). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Philadelphia. 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 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$50Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$73Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$108Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$140Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$182Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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