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$79+ Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (CHI)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — CHI
mars 30 — avr. 61
dim. 3/30
dim. 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (CHI). 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 mars 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mars 25, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 4/1211:25 amAUS - ORD
1 stop7h 41mMultiple Airlines
mar. 4/152:31 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$149
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sam. 4/1211:25 amAUS - ORD
1 stop7h 41mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/155:36 amORD - AUS
1 stop12h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 7/910:49 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 54mFrontier
mer. 7/237:15 amORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/23$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/286:25 amAUS - MDW
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
sam. 5/318:25 pmMDW - AUS
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/23$159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
sam. 7/196:00 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
sam. 7/269:00 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/287:43 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
sam. 5/319:04 amORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/221:40 pmAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
mar. 4/297:30 amORD - AUS
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/23$183
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 5/286:40 amAUS - ORD
1 stop7h 48mDelta
sam. 5/315:30 amORD - AUS
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/24$217
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sam. 5/245:15 amAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 13mDelta
mar. 5/279:20 amMDW - AUS
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/24$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/16:29 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
dim. 4/66:45 amMDW - AUS
1 stop6h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/23$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/2211:03 amAUS - RFD
1 stop26h 54mAllegiant Air
mer. 5/289:44 amRFD - AUS
1 stop22h 05mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/24$271
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 4/118:27 amAUS - RFD
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
dim. 4/139:36 pmRFD - AUS
1 stop12h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$352

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin to Chicago 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 mars 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Chicago that are best for you.

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AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

sam. 4/12

11:25 am-7:06 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/15

2:31 pm-5:29 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$129

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

ven. 5/9

1:22 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 5/12

9:40 am-12:32 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$149

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

ven. 4/11

9:08 pm-9:24 am

1 stop12h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/15

5:36 am-5:39 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$151

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

mer. 5/28

6:25 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago Midway

sam. 5/31

8:25 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$159

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

mer. 6/4

6:37 pm-9:24 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 6/7

8:25 am-11:04 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$159

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

mer. 5/28

7:43 pm-12:13 am

1 stop4h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 5/31

9:04 am-11:58 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$178

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

mar. 6/10

1:40 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sam. 6/21

4:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 45m

$183

AustinChicago

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

jeu. 5/29

5:15 am-12:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/2

5:30 am-1:38 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$217

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

sam. 5/24

5:15 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Chicago Midway

mar. 5/27

9:20 am-5:13 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$237

AustinChicago

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

jeu. 4/3

9:47 am-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Chicago Midway

lun. 4/7

7:25 am-4:52 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$258

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Austin to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Austin-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Austin-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Austin-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Chicago 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 Austin-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Austin to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Austin to Chicago trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding for MileagePlus Premier members.


Prepay checked bags on United to save fees; premium cabin passengers may skip fees entirely.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.


Southwest's open seating policy allows passengers to choose any available seat upon boarding.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
AUS

Expect long lines at AUS; arrive early to avoid missing your flight. The airport is expanding, but congestion remains high.

Read more about AUSby Ramsey Qubein
ORD

For a quick city transfer, take the “L” train from ORD to downtown Chicago. It's often faster than taxis due to traffic.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Use the Orange Line train for a quick trip from MDW to Chicago's city center, taking less than 30 minutes.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
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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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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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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD, MDW and AUS

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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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Best time to book a flight from Austin to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Austin with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Austin to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Austin to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Austin to Chicago 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 AUS to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Austin to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mars 25, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Austin to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Austin to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Austin to Chicago. 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 mars 25, 2025.

The most flights from AUS to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago 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 when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated mars 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Austin to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,785 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Austin to Chicago. 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 Austin to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Austin, you will be flying from Austin Bergstrom, which is the city’s only airport. Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is located 7.5 mi from the center of Austin. There are 27 flights from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Austin to Chicago round-trip from $149. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $151, and Southwest, from $159. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $80 and United Airlines from $80 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Austin to Chicago are Austin Bergstrom - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Austin Bergstrom - Chicago Midway and Austin Bergstrom - Chicago Greater Rockford.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Austin to Chicago consider choosing Frontier (100%), Air Canada (92%) or Southwest (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Austin to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $88. While the most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $149 on average our data indicates $2,450 when flying from Austin to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Austin to Chicago 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 Austin to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Austin to Chicago 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 6 airlines flying from Austin to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Austin to Chicago. 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 mars 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$169Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$183Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$206Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$211Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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