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Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (CHI) from $70

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The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago are usually found in September or April, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Austin to Chicago

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 May 9, 2024.

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$223

One-way from

$70
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago?

Users have found that flying from Austin to Chicago on a Saturday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Austin to Chicago, book at least 23 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 124% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $454 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $600.

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

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from Austin. Prices for September average $342 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $145. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a September flight can save you 7% on your journey compared to booking in March

When is the cheapest time to fly from Austin to Chicago (AUS - CHI)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Austin to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

Cheap Frontier flights from Austin to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Austin and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've come across from Austin to Chicago. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 5/219:16 amAUS - ORD
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Sat 5/255:56 pmORD - AUS
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$129
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$134
Thu 8/157:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/197:30 pmORD - AUS
1 stop22h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$136
Mon 8/267:18 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Wed 8/286:00 amMDW - AUS
1 stop12h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$138
Tue 5/143:55 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Mon 5/205:11 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$141
Mon 5/209:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$144
Tue 6/119:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Sat 6/158:50 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop16h 14mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$146
Wed 8/217:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/267:30 pmORD - AUS
1 stop22h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$148
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Sat 5/1810:01 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$150

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Austin to Chicago is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $354.78 RT. This price is typically 36% cheaper than other airlines that offer Austin to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $156. Austin Bergstrom Airport is the most common Austin airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from Austin to Chicago, Frontier flights are 6% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Austin to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Austin and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Spirit Airlines flights departing from Austin and landing in Chicago. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 5/309:57 amAUS - ORD
1 stop13h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/26:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$161
Fri 5/312:38 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/26:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$162
Wed 6/124:39 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/186:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop14h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/8$170
Fri 5/312:38 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/26:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/8$173
Wed 5/297:45 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop10h 55mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/55:45 pmORD - AUS
1 stop15h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$175
Tue 7/164:49 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop13h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/247:00 amORD - AUS
1 stop8h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$179
Fri 5/312:38 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/16:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/6$180
Sat 6/1512:09 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop11h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/185:18 pmORD - AUS
1 stop15h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$181
Mon 6/108:53 pmAUS - ORD
2 stops19h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/125:39 amORD - AUS
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$182

  • If you’re traveling from Austin to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Austin to Chicago flights are typically 47% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $346.20 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $158. When traveling from Austin to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Austin Bergstrom Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Austin to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Austin to Chicago flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Austin to Chicago specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Prices were last updated on May 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Austin to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 5/219:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Sat 5/2510:01 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$129
Tue 5/219:16 amAUS - ORD
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Sat 5/255:56 pmORD - AUS
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$129
Mon 5/208:23 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$133
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$134
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$139
Tue 5/143:55 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Mon 5/205:11 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$141
Mon 5/209:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$144
Tue 6/119:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 54mFrontier
Sat 6/158:50 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop16h 14mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$146
Tue 6/119:16 amAUS - ORD
1 stop15h 24mFrontier
Sat 6/158:35 pmORD - AUS
1 stop16h 29mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$146

Austin to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Austin and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Austin to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 5/219:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Sat 5/2510:01 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$129
Tue 5/219:16 amAUS - ORD
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Sat 5/255:56 pmORD - AUS
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$129
Mon 5/208:23 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$133
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$134
Thu 8/157:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/197:30 pmORD - AUS
1 stop22h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$136
Mon 8/267:18 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Wed 8/286:00 amMDW - AUS
1 stop12h 33mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$138
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$139
Tue 5/143:55 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Mon 5/205:11 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$141
Mon 5/209:16 amAUS - MDW
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$144

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Austin

Discover non-stop flight options from Austin to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Austin to Chicago. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from Austin to Chicago should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Wed 7/174:45 pmAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/308:30 amORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$227
Tue 8/68:03 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/138:35 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$228
Fri 5/318:10 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/36:30 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$242
Tue 7/21:14 pmAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/109:15 amORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$246
Thu 10/36:27 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/78:15 amORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$257
Tue 5/287:00 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 52mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/308:20 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$259
Thu 8/297:00 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/11:10 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$260
Wed 6/264:45 pmAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/21:16 pmORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$262
Thu 8/156:06 amAUS - ORD
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/198:30 amORD - AUS
Nonstop2h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$264

Austin to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Austin to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Austin to Chicago should consider booking one of these fares. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Wed 5/225:01 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$134
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop30h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/286:40 pmORD - AUS
1 stop13h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$139
Tue 5/143:55 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Mon 5/205:11 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$141
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Sat 5/1810:01 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$150
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Mon 5/205:11 amMDW - AUS
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$156
Wed 5/159:06 amAUS - ORD
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/216:10 amORD - AUS
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$156
Thu 5/1610:17 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop30h 53mFrontier
Sat 5/185:56 pmORD - AUS
1 stop14h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$157
Tue 5/143:55 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
Thu 5/1610:22 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$159
Mon 5/1310:58 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop12h 38mFrontier
Tue 5/1410:55 pmMDW - AUS
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$160

One-way flights to Chicago from Austin

Search for one-way flight options from Austin to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Austin to Chicago can select one of these great deals. Those needing a return flight from Austin to Chicago can use the search form above.
Wed 6/124:39 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$70
Sun 8/257:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$71
Wed 6/510:20 amAUS - ORD
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$72
Thu 5/2310:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop30h 52mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$73
Tue 8/137:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$74
Sat 9/147:18 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 5/7$75
Tue 5/143:55 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 5/6$76
Tue 5/144:49 pmAUS - ORD
1 stop13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/7$79
Tue 8/137:18 pmAUS - MDW
1 stop11h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/8$80

Find flights from Austin to Chicago within your budget

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 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2024.

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Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/21

1 stop11h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/25

1 stop14h 20m

$129

Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 8/15

1 stop9h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop22h 58m

$136

Austin BergstromChicago Midway

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 8/26

1 stop11h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/28

1 stop12h 33m

$138

Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 6/12

1 stop7h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/15

1 stop16h 29m

$152

Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 5/23

1 stop11h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/28

1 stop13h 26m

$153

Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 5/30

1 stop13h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/2

1 stop13h 26m

$161

Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 6/11

Nonstop2h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/12

Nonstop2h 52m

$227

Austin BergstromChicago Midway

AUS - MDW

AUSMDW

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 6/25

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/3

1 stop8h 25m

$246

Austin BergstromChicago O'Hare Intl

AUS - ORD

AUSORD

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 8/29

1 stop4h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/1

1 stop5h 57m

$261

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When is the best time to 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 May 3, 2024.
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 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time 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 May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Chicago 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.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Austin to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Austin to Chicago is currently $74 while a round-trip flight costs $178. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Chicago (average of $244). Flying from Austin to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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.

January

$248

February

$244

March

$280

April

$258

May

$278

June

$348

July

$330

August

$274

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

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

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °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 May 9, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Austin to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,143 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,793 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
1,024 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,072 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The free WiFi was so bad, I couldn’t even watch an inflight movie.

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 41 flights from Austin Bergstrom to Chicago per day from 5 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Austin to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Austin to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $129, but on average you can expect to pay $151.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Austin to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Austin to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Austin to Chicago is less than $274.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Austin to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Austin to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Austin to Chicago?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Austin to Chicago on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 2 flights from Austin to Chicago a day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Austin to Chicago?

    Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Austin to Chicago in about 11h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 33m. The distance between Austin and Chicago is about 983 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Austin to Chicago round-trip from $129. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Spirit Airlines. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 popular airlines that fly from Austin to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight from Austin to Chicago check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Spirit Airlines or United Airlines.

  • 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 SkyWest Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%) or Scandinavian Airlines (95%) 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 $90. While the most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $139 on average our data indicates $1,524 when flying from Austin to Chicago.

  • What does AUS to ORD mean?

    Austin Bergstrom Airport is AUS and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Austin to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Austin to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Austin to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Austin to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Austin to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Austin to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Austin to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Austin to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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