O'Hare Intl

$54+ Cheap flights from Houston to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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HOU — ORD
Dec 30 — Jan 61
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The best prices from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in September or June, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 December 25, 2024.

Round-trip from

$114
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$54
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$269
From Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Houston to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 25, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Fri 12/279:56 pmIAH - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/78:55 pmORD - IAH
Nonstop2h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/24$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Mon 12/309:56 pmIAH - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/610:59 amORD - IAH
1 stop24h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$207
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/319:22 pmIAH - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mFrontier
Sat 1/410:49 amORD - IAH
1 stop20h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/24$236
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Tue 12/248:22 pmIAH - ORD
1 stop17h 56mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/254:48 pmORD - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$479
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Mon 12/308:05 amHOU - ORD
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Mon 1/64:35 pmORD - HOU
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$548
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/319:05 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/21:15 pmORD - HOU
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$582
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Wed 12/257:59 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop23h 35mFrontier
Fri 12/276:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/24$768
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Fri 12/273:10 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Fri 1/312:40 pmORD - HOU
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/24$792

Find flights from Houston to O'Hare Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to O'Hare Intl 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 December 25, 2024.

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HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/11

9:17 pm-9:27 am

1 stop12h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

7:25 am-10:24 am

Nonstop2h 59m

$113

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/12

11:07 am-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

8:34 am-11:31 am

Nonstop2h 57m

$117

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/15

8:50 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

9:22 pm-7:26 am

1 stop10h 04m

$121

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/15

3:43 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

6:50 am-9:36 am

1 stop26h 46m

$143

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/25

7:47 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

8:05 am-2:07 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$170

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/14

6:22 am-9:14 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

2:02 pm-5:04 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$197

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/31

6:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

4:55 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$216

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/9

10:36 am-7:25 pm

2 stops32h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

9:00 am-5:28 pm

2 stops32h 28m

$219

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/4

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/6

11:47 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$256

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/16

2:25 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

12:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$261

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to O'Hare Intl

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 HOU to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 December 25, 2024.

When flying from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

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

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 December 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Houston to Chicago. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
9,553 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
8,580 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.4
Good
9,009 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,758 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($114), Frontier ($115), and Delta ($216) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $54. Users have also found prices from $57 and $76 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Houston to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 Houston to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 December 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$45Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$144Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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