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$179+ Cheap flights from Helena (HLN) 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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HLN — CHI
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Helena to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Helena (HLN) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$357
(Delta)

One-way from

$179
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$312
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Cheapest flights from Helena to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Helena to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sun 4/205:45 amHLN - ORD
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Sat 4/265:10 pmORD - HLN
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/26$357
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/134:11 pmHLN - ORD
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/188:00 amORD - HLN
1 stop8h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/242:12 pmHLN - ORD
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/285:00 amORD - HLN
1 stop17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$532
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 8/185:45 amHLN - MDW
2 stops11h 18mDelta
Sat 8/2310:35 amMDW - HLN
2 stops12h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/27$658
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/34:19 pmHLN - ORD
1 stop6h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/87:40 amORD - HLN
1 stop8h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$874

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Helena 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Helena to Chicago that are best for you.

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Helena

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Price

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Sun 4/20

5:45 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

5:10 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$357

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Sat 9/13

4:11 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

8:00 am-3:34 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$426

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Thu 4/24

2:12 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

5:00 am-9:25 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$532

HelenaChicago

HLN - MDW

HLNMDW

Helena

Mon 8/18

5:45 am-6:03 pm

2 stops11h 18m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/23

10:35 am-10:33 pm

2 stops12h 58m

$658

HelenaChicago

HLN - MDW

HLNMDW

Helena

Sat 4/19

5:45 am-6:20 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$179

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Mon 5/5

7:29 pm-6:05 am

1 stop9h 36m

$183

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Tue 7/15

4:08 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$238

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Fri 7/11

1:03 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$259

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Sat 7/12

5:39 pm-11:48 am

2 stops17h 09m

$373

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Deals found on 3/27

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Helena to Chicago

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

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

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 March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Helena to Chicago, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines. 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
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
9,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
7,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,335 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,603 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Helena 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 Helena to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Helena (HLN) if they book a flight from Helena to Chicago. On average, Helena has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Helena is conveniently located just 2.7 mi from Helena’s city center.

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

    Delta, at $357, was found to be the cheapest airline from Helena to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $179. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $183 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $238 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helena to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Helena 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 2 airlines flying from Helena to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Helena 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$314Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$404Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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