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$78+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — ORD
Dec 22 — Dec 291
Sun 12/22
Sun 12/29
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston Hobby 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 Hobby to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 17, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$83
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$269
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/126:45 pmORD - HOU
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/306:55 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Mon 1/67:30 amORD - HOU
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$424
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/207:47 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop26h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/36:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$471
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:03 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Tue 12/311:57 pmORD - HOU
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$652

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 17, 2024.

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HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/21

10:36 am-12:44 am

1 stop14h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

6:50 am-9:36 am

1 stop26h 46m

$158

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/30

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-7:17 pm

2 stops32h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

8:00 am-5:28 pm

3 stops33h 28m

$244

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/14

11:30 am-9:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

11:25 am-10:55 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$254

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/13

6:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

5:00 am-11:44 am

1 stop6h 44m

$256

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/19

6:16 pm-12:32 am

1 stop6h 16m

$78

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$108

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/16

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

$143

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/26

6:35 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$208

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/22

11:08 am-8:49 pm

3 stops33h 41m

$561

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Deals found on 12/17

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to O'Hare Intl in December.
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*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-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 Houston Hobby Airport-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Hobby to O'Hare Intl

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hobby to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 67 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 HOU to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 17, 2024.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport 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 17, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Delta and Southwest from Houston to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,854 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,854 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,854 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,615 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,854 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,854 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,480 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,854 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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 Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip from $158. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $216, and Southwest, from $254. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Frontier ($83), Delta ($108), and Southwest ($143).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to O'Hare Intl.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $232). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Hobby to O'Hare Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$154Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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