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$49+ Cheap flights from Michigan to Chicago (CHI)

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DTW — CHI
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$49
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$161

Good round-trip deal

$115 or less

Good one-way deal

$66 or less
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From Michigan to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Michigan to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Michigan to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 8/146:00 amGRR - ORD
Nonstop1h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1810:05 pmORD - GRR
Nonstop0h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$97
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 6/57:30 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Thu 6/1211:00 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/21$97
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 6/58:25 amDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Thu 6/129:24 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 11mDelta
Deal found 4/21$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/135:55 amDTW - MDW
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Tue 5/136:35 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$98
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 5/155:30 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1910:00 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$99
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:55 amDTW - ORD
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 5/291:50 pmORD - DTW
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/20$122
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Mon 8/2512:05 pmMKG - ORD
Nonstop0h 50mDenver Air Connection
Fri 8/299:40 amORD - MKG
Nonstop0h 50mDenver Air Connection
Deal found 4/22$133
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/159:09 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1910:00 amORD - DTW
1 stop20h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$136
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/126:00 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1212:59 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Mon 5/122:28 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Thu 5/156:00 amORD - DTW
1 stop8h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$160
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Thu 5/154:19 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Mon 5/196:15 amMDW - DTW
1 stop13h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$160
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 6/412:55 pmGRR - ORD
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/2510:35 amORD - GRR
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$161

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Chicago that are best for you.

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Michigan

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Grand RapidsChicago

GRR - ORD

GRRORD

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 5/19

7:15 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

9:20 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$97

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/5

7:30 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/12

11:00 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/5

8:25 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/12

9:24 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$97

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/13

5:55 am-2:35 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/13

6:35 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$98

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/15

5:30 am-6:02 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

10:00 pm-12:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$99

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/27

5:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

1:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$122

MuskegonChicago

MKG - ORD

MKGORD

Muskegon

Mon 8/25

12:05 pm-11:55 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

9:40 am-11:30 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$133

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/15

9:09 pm-8:55 am

1 stop12h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

10:00 am-7:35 am

1 stop20h 35m

$136

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/12

6:00 am-6:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/12

12:59 pm-3:31 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$155

Grand RapidsChicago

GRR - ORD

GRRORD

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 6/2

7:33 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

8:19 am-10:16 am

Nonstop0h 57m

$157

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Chicago

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 22, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (98 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 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 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Michigan to Chicago have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $49 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $49 and Southwest from $54 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Copa Airlines (92%), GoJet (90%) or Republic Airways (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Michigan to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Michigan to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Michigan to Chicago? While on average our users pay $778, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $106. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $97.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Michigan 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 5 airlines flying from Michigan to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$81FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$96Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$97Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$101Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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