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$66+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Arkansas

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CHI — LIT
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Arkansas

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Frontier)

One-way from

$66
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$365

Good round-trip deal

$275 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Arkansas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Arkansas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:45 amORD - LIT
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Sun 4/133:04 pmLIT - ORD
1 stop9h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/66:45 amMDW - LIT
1 stop7h 19mFrontier
Sun 4/133:04 pmLIT - MDW
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/258:20 pmORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/276:32 amLIT - ORD
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/29$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:22 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop1h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/117:15 pmXNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/248:10 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/288:00 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/299:00 pmMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Tue 5/67:30 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/1411:40 amORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/217:00 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/295:36 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 20mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/16:51 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop14h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:30 amORD - LIT
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Wed 5/215:25 amLIT - ORD
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 3/30$229
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:45 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 09mFrontier
Tue 4/87:53 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop28h 44mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$229
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:40 amMDW - MEM
1 stop12h 14mFrontier
Tue 4/87:53 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop28h 28mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:25 amMDW - XNA
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Wed 5/216:00 amXNA - MDW
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/30$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Arkansas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Arkansas that are best for you.

Fly from

Chicago

Fly to

Arkansas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoLittle Rock

MDW - LIT

MDWLIT

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/6

6:45 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Little Rock

Sun 4/13

3:04 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 17m

$188

ChicagoLittle Rock

ORD - LIT

ORDLIT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/25

8:20 pm-10:26 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Little Rock

Sun 4/27

6:32 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$209

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

1:22 pm-3:19 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sun 5/11

7:15 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$209

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/24

8:10 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Memphis

Mon 4/28

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/29

9:00 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Memphis

Tue 5/6

7:30 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

7:15 am-9:07 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Memphis

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$218

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

5:36 am-1:37 pm

2 stops32h 01m

Memphis

Thu 5/1

6:51 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$226

ChicagoLittle Rock

ORD - LIT

ORDLIT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

5:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 04m

Little Rock

Wed 5/21

5:25 am-10:03 am

1 stop4h 38m

$229

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/3

6:40 am-6:54 pm

1 stop12h 14m

Memphis

Tue 4/8

7:53 pm-12:21 am

1 stop28h 28m

$229

ChicagoFayetteville

MDW - XNA

MDWXNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/14

10:25 am-6:04 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Arkansas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Arkansas

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Arkansas (average of $340). Flying from Chicago to Arkansas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). 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 AR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Arkansas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Arkansas

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Arkansas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USAR are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Arkansas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Arkansas ranges from 2.6 - 5.3 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Arkansas when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Arkansas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Arkansas, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Arkansas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arkansas. 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 Arkansas. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Arkansas. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Arkansas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $66 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $89 and United Airlines from $109 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Chicago to Arkansas is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Little Rock.

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

    Consider GoJet (81%), United Airlines (81%) or Air New Zealand (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Arkansas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Arkansas?

    While on average a flight from Chicago to Arkansas is generally $286, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $145. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis), you can expect to pay $198 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Arkansas (average of $340). Flying from Chicago to Arkansas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $426). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Arkansas

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Arkansas. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$212Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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