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$63+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — ORD
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$108
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One-way from

$63
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$276

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

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Thu 4/178:50 pmDEN - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Mon 4/216:40 amORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 54mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$108
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/17:30 pmDEN - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Sat 5/35:25 pmORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$164
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/249:05 pmDEN - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/17:10 amORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/83:49 pmDEN - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/279:45 pmORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$183
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Thu 6/1210:33 amDEN - ORD
1 stop7h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/175:40 amORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$193
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2510:11 amDEN - ORD
1 stop8h 01mSun Country Air
Mon 9/2911:47 amORD - DEN
1 stop5h 47mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/28$215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/2410:40 amDEN - ORD
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Thu 5/19:55 amORD - DEN
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/27$217

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

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DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 4/17

8:50 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/21

6:40 am-8:34 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$108

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 5/1

7:30 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

5:25 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$164

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 4/24

9:05 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

7:10 am-9:06 am

Nonstop2h 56m

$169

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 5/8

3:49 pm-7:23 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

9:45 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$183

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 6/12

10:33 am-7:11 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

5:40 am-7:32 am

Nonstop2h 52m

$193

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 4/24

12:55 am-9:21 am

1 stop7h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

5:05 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$217

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 8/28

10:20 am-7:12 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

6:16 pm-9:19 am

1 stop16h 03m

$230

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Wed 4/16

9:08 pm-12:37 am

Nonstop2h 29m

$63

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Tue 4/29

4:25 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$80

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 5/29

7:30 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$85

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Denver to O'Hare Intl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*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 Denver-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Denver-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Denver-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Denver-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Denver-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats for a fee, with 32” or 35” seat separation.


Early morning flights have a better chance of being on time, reducing delays.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.


United's Polaris Lounges offer showers, napping areas, and dining for premium passengers.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
DEN

For a quick security experience, use the South checkpoint, open 24/7. Avoid Bridge checkpoint if you need TSA PreCheck.

Read more about DENby Emily Zemler
ORD

Consider taking the 'L' train for a reliable trip from ORD to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DEN

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to O'Hare Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from Denver with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 DEN to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 77% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to O'Hare Intl. 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to ORD are scheduled on a Thursday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Denver to Chicago, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,797 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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
7,898 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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 Denver to O'Hare Intl. 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 from for flights from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly from Denver Intl (DEN) if they book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Denver Intl has 29 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 4 airlines. Denver Intl is conveniently located just 18.5 mi from Denver’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $108, was found to be the cheapest airline from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Frontier is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. United Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on Southwest start at $85 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Copa Airlines (93%), Turkish Airlines (90%) or Qatar Airways (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $2,589, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Denver Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $154.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to O'Hare Intl 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 Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 4 airlines flying from Denver to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$44Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$155Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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