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$43+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — CHI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago are usually found in April or September, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$85
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$43
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$177

Good round-trip deal

$91 or less

Good one-way deal

$52 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/108:08 pmDFW - MDW
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Mon 4/144:45 pmMDW - DFW
Nonstop2h 42mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$85
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/289:13 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/312:48 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/86:40 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/139:16 amORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$87
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/267:17 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mFrontier
Tue 3/113:18 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$89
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/85:30 amDFW - MDW
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Wed 4/92:57 pmMDW - DFW
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 2/19$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/267:10 amDFW - ORD
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Tue 4/15:00 pmORD - DFW
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 2/18$198
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/135:30 amDFW - RFD
2 stops15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/169:37 pmRFD - DFW
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$340

Find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago within your budget

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Dallas/Fort Worth

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 4/10

8:08 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/14

4:45 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$85

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 3/6

2:52 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

9:16 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$86

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/11

8:26 pm-4:45 am

1 stop8h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/13

10:12 am-9:52 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$88

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/18

7:10 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/19

11:00 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$90

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/8

5:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/9

2:57 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$197

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/26

7:10 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

9:34 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$198

DallasChicago

DFW - RFD

DFWRFD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 3/13

5:30 am-8:47 pm

2 stops15h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 3/16

9:37 pm-5:53 am

1 stop8h 16m

$340

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/4

7:17 am-9:51 am

Nonstop2h 34m

$43

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/1

11:28 am-1:48 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$44

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/26

5:35 am-2:38 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$45

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Compare providers for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 DFW to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago, 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 78% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from DFW to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Dallas to Chicago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
9,691 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
8,227 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
8,768 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
9,691 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
374 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Frontier, at $85, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Frontier is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $43. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Contour, as they are both options that can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Consider Republic Airways (100%), Envoy Air (100%) or Emirates (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $56. While the most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $43 on average our data indicates $1,098 when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 7 airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$49Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$50Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
ContourCheapest$162Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$206Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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