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

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MSP — CHI
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Chicago

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$91
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$171

Good round-trip deal

$201 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
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From Minnesota to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Minnesota to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

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.
Mon 5/197:00 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1910:28 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$91
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.
Tue 5/278:05 amMSP - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 5/295:20 amMDW - MSP
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$92
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.
Thu 5/296:55 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Sat 5/316:24 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/23$114
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Fri 5/233:36 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Mon 5/268:12 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 48mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/23$115
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:00 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/239:50 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$125
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 6/244:05 pmMSP - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Mon 6/309:21 amMDW - MSP
Nonstop1h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/23$137
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Sat 6/74:07 pmMSP - ORD
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/96:09 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$153
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.
Fri 5/165:18 amFSD - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/198:50 pmORD - FSD
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$169
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Mon 5/196:00 amMSP - MDW
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Sat 5/242:44 pmMDW - MSP
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$171
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.
Mon 5/196:00 amMSP - ORD
1 stop17h 41mFrontier
Sat 5/246:00 amORD - MSP
1 stop18h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$171
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.
Tue 5/202:20 pmFAR - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/277:50 pmORD - FAR
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$209
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/222:33 pmFAR - ORD
1 stop9h 19mFrontier
Sun 5/256:00 amORD - FAR
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$210

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Chicago that are best for you.

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Minnesota

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/19

7:00 am-8:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

10:28 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$91

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/27

8:05 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/29

5:20 am-11:40 am

2 stops6h 20m

$92

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/29

6:55 am-8:24 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

6:24 am-7:54 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$114

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/23

3:36 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/26

8:12 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$115

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/23

9:50 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$125

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 5/22

11:40 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/25

9:20 am-10:59 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$128

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 6/7

4:07 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/9

6:09 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$153

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 5/16

5:18 am-6:59 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

8:50 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$169

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-7:08 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

2:44 pm-11:29 am

1 stop20h 45m

$171

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-11:41 pm

1 stop17h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/24

6:00 am-12:37 am

1 stop18h 37m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Chicago

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Chicago as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 USMN to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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!

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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!

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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!

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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!

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Minnesota to Chicago one-way?

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Delta, with prices starting from $58 and $69, respectively.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minnesota to Chicago are SkyWest Airlines (100%), Copa Airlines (91%) and United Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minnesota to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,041 for a flight from Minnesota to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $66 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $77.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$66Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$95Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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