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$96+ Cheap flights from Mesa, AZ to Chicago (CHI)

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PHX — CHI
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
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Cheap flight deals from Mesa to Chicago

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Round-trip from

$174
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$96
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$250
From Mesa to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Mesa to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mesa to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/66:15 pmPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 32mFrontier
Mon 6/93:18 pmORD - PHX
Nonstop4h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$176
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/256:00 amPHX - MDW
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Sun 5/258:36 pmMDW - PHX
Nonstop3h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$177
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 5/42:34 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop13h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/189:02 pmORD - PHX
1 stop13h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 5/1510:40 amPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/189:02 pmORD - PHX
1 stop13h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/215:15 pmPHX - MDW
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Wed 5/285:35 amMDW - PHX
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$213
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/145:00 amPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2110:15 amORD - PHX
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/1312:45 amPHX - ORD
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Wed 5/215:30 amORD - PHX
1 stop8h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/23$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/1312:45 amPHX - MDW
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Wed 5/211:55 pmMDW - PHX
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/23$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 5/1411:59 pmPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 27mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/189:50 pmORD - PHX
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$238
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/39:19 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop13h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/43:17 pmORD - PHX
1 stop10h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/154:50 pmPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Wed 5/212:50 pmORD - PHX
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$258
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Wed 6/111:51 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop8h 08mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/166:00 amORD - PHX
1 stop8h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/23$261

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mesa 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mesa to Chicago that are best for you.

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Mesa

Fly to

Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 6/6

6:15 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/9

3:18 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

$176

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/25

8:36 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$177

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/4

2:34 pm-6:33 am

1 stop13h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

9:02 pm-8:13 am

1 stop13h 11m

$179

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/15

10:40 am-4:13 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

9:02 pm-8:13 am

1 stop13h 11m

$182

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/21

5:15 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

5:35 am-7:20 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$213

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/14

5:00 am-10:35 am

Nonstop3h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

10:15 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$224

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/13

12:45 am-8:24 am

1 stop5h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

5:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$237

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/13

12:45 am-8:36 am

1 stop5h 51m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/21

1:55 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$237

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/14

11:59 pm-5:26 am

Nonstop3h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

9:50 pm-11:54 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

$238

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/3

9:19 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop13h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

3:17 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$246

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Best time to book a flight from Mesa to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Mesa to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Mesa to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mesa to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Mesa 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 MS9 to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Mesa 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 April 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Mesa to Chicago as you normally would.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mesa to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Mesa to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Mesa to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Mesa 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 April 24, 2025.

The most flights from MS9 to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 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 April 24, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Mesa to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $96 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $98 and United Airlines from $100 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Mesa to Chicago is Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago Midway or Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Mesa to Chicago are Japan Airlines (97%), Brussels Airlines (95%) and Cathay Pacific (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mesa to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $96. While the most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $150 on average our data indicates $936 when flying from Mesa to Chicago.

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

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Mesa 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$64Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$139Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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