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$62+ Cheap flights from Memphis (MEM) 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — CHI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Memphis to Chicago are usually found in November or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Memphis (MEM) 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

$192
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$62
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$311

Good round-trip deal

$308 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Cheapest flights from Memphis to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/123:49 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/1410:05 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$192
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/175:50 pmMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Fri 3/2110:50 pmMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$192
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:19 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/96:45 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$196
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.
Mon 4/147:16 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Wed 4/165:05 pmORD - MEM
1 stop4h 03mDelta
Deal found 2/19$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:14 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop15h 36mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/57:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$201
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/126:00 amMEM - MDW
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Tue 4/156:04 amMDW - MEM
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/20$212
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/67:38 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop28h 43mFrontier
Sun 4/136:45 amMDW - MEM
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$235
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1510:55 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/179:00 amORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$237
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/67:38 pmMEM - MDW
2 stops28h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/138:50 pmMDW - MEM
1 stop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$311
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/245:30 amMEM - ORD
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Mon 4/287:30 amORD - MEM
2 stops12h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$333
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 2/208:15 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop28h 29mFrontier
Thu 2/276:50 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$342

Find flights from Memphis to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Memphis 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 February 20, 2025.

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MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Sat 4/12

3:49 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

10:05 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$192

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Mon 3/17

5:50 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/21

10:50 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$192

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 3/6

4:19 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

6:45 am-6:53 pm

1 stop12h 08m

$196

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Mon 4/14

7:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/16

5:05 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$197

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 2/28

8:14 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/5

7:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$201

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sat 4/12

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/15

6:04 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 51m

$212

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sun 4/6

7:38 pm-12:21 am

1 stop28h 43m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/13

6:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$235

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Tue 4/15

10:55 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

9:00 am-11:01 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$237

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sun 4/6

7:38 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops28h 12m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/13

8:50 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$311

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 4/24

5:30 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

7:30 am-8:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$333

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Compare providers for flights from Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Memphis-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Memphis-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Memphis-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Memphis-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 Memphis-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Memphis to Chicago

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

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

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

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 77% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Memphis to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Memphis 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 MEM to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Memphis to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. 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
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Memphis, you will be flying from Memphis, which is the city’s only airport. Memphis (MEM) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Memphis. There are 25 flights from Memphis to Chicago per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Memphis to Chicago round-trip from $192. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $192, and Delta, from $197. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $62 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $71 and $89, respectively.

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

    Consider GoJet (87%), Emirates (86%) or ANA (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Memphis to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Memphis to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $873 for a flight from Memphis to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $156.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Memphis 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 4 airlines flying from Memphis to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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