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$65+ Cheap flights from Baltimore (BWI) 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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — CHI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Baltimore/Washington to Chicago are usually found in January or June, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) 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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
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$101
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$65
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/134:33 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Thu 12/197:17 amMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 52mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$101
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/179:07 amBWI - ORD
1 stop8h 26mFrontier
Wed 12/186:55 amORD - BWI
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/1110:10 amBWI - ORD
1 stop23h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/157:45 pmORD - BWI
1 stop11h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/37:35 pmBWI - ORD
2 stops15h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/109:58 amORD - BWI
2 stops24h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/1710:10 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/185:59 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$169
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/177:55 amBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Wed 12/187:20 amMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/198:10 pmBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Tue 1/217:00 amORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$174
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/106:00 amBWI - MDW
1 stop3h 58mDelta
Wed 12/1112:44 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/19$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/105:27 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop4h 01mDelta
Thu 12/127:05 amORD - BWI
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Deal found 11/20$196
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/412:41 pmBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/64:45 pmORD - BWI
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$247
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2211:25 amBWI - MDW
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/246:53 pmMDW - BWI
1 stop18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/811:39 amBWI - RFD
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/139:19 amRFD - BWI
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$293

Find flights from Baltimore to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Baltimore 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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BaltimoreChicago

BWI - MDW

BWIMDW

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/21

4:21 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/24

12:26 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$100

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/17

9:07 am-4:33 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/18

6:55 am-2:37 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$108

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/10

4:15 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

6:15 am-3:12 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$131

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/7

11:51 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

6:00 pm-9:03 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$149

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/11

10:10 am-8:24 am

1 stop23h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/15

7:45 pm-8:38 am

1 stop11h 53m

$160

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/17

10:10 am-11:22 am

Nonstop2h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/18

5:59 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$169

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - MDW

BWIMDW

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/17

7:55 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/18

7:20 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$170

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - ORD

BWIORD

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 12/19

8:10 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

7:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$174

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - MDW

BWIMDW

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/23

7:18 pm-3:11 pm

1 stop20h 53m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/3

6:00 am-7:18 am

1 stop24h 18m

$183

BaltimoreChicago

BWI - MDW

BWIMDW

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/10

6:00 am-8:58 am

1 stop3h 58m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/18

5:50 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$196

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baltimore to Chicago in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 Baltimore-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Baltimore-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baltimore-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-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 Baltimore-Chicago 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 Baltimore to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Baltimore to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Baltimore to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Baltimore to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Baltimore to Chicago, you should look to book at least 62 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 Baltimore to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Baltimore to Chicago 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 BWI to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore 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 November 20, 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Baltimore to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Baltimore to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Baltimore to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Baltimore to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Baltimore 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from BWI to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Frontier and American Airlines from Baltimore to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,174 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Baltimore, you will be flying from Baltimore/Washington, which is the city’s only airport. Baltimore/Washington (BWI) is located 8.5 mi from the center of Baltimore. There are 20 flights from Baltimore/Washington to Chicago per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Baltimore to Chicago round-trip from $101. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $149, and Spirit Airlines, from $166. You may be able to fly from Baltimore to Chicago for 54% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $65. Users have also found prices from $69 and $69 on Southwest and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Baltimore to Chicago consider Baltimore/Washington - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Baltimore/Washington - Chicago Midway or Baltimore/Washington - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Baltimore to Chicago consider choosing ANA (97%), Japan Airlines (91%) or Southwest (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Baltimore to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,084 for a flight from Baltimore to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (Baltimore/Washington - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $123.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Baltimore to Chicago 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 6 airlines flying from Baltimore to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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