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$185+ Cheap flights from Montrose (MTJ) 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MTJ — CHI
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Montrose to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montrose (MTJ) 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 April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$318
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$185
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$384

Good round-trip deal

$409 or less

Good one-way deal

$335 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Montrose County-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Montrose County-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Montrose County to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Montrose County to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Montrose County to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Montrose County to Chicago (CHI).

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Cheapest flights from Montrose to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montrose 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.
Fri 6/62:39 pmMTJ - ORD
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/910:20 pmORD - MTJ
2 stops12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$318
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.
Fri 5/21:35 pmMTJ - ORD
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/67:10 amORD - MTJ
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$359
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.
Fri 6/201:55 pmMTJ - ORD
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Mon 6/237:00 amORD - MTJ
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$409
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.
Fri 6/201:55 pmMTJ - MDW
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Mon 6/236:40 amMDW - MTJ
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$454

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Montrose to Chicago that are best for you.

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Montrose

Fly to

Chicago

Route

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Return

Price

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Fri 6/6

2:39 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/9

10:20 pm-9:58 am

2 stops12h 38m

$318

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Fri 5/2

1:35 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

7:10 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$359

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Fri 6/20

1:55 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/23

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$409

MontroseChicago

MTJ - MDW

MTJMDW

Montrose County

Fri 6/20

1:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/23

6:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$454

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Mon 5/19

2:45 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$185

MontroseChicago

MTJ - MDW

MTJMDW

Montrose County

Mon 5/12

2:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$199

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Sat 6/14

2:39 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$205

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Mon 7/7

7:30 am-8:08 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$243

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Deals found on 4/20

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Montrose-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Montrose-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 Montrose to Chicago

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

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

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

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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Montrose to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, United Airlines and American 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.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Montrose 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 Montrose to Chicago?

    Located just 2.3 mi from the city center, Montrose County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Montrose. Booking flights from Montrose County (MTJ) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $318, American Airlines will fly you from Montrose to Chicago and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $359 and $409, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 19% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Montrose to Chicago are Southwest ($185), American Airlines ($205), and United Airlines ($243).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montrose to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Montrose to Chicago? While on average our users pay $723, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $144. The most popular route (Montrose County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $359.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Montrose 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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