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$288+ 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MTJ — CHI
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 22, 2025.

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Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$324
(Southwest)

One-way from

$288
(United)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$449

Good round-trip deal

$559 or less

Good one-way deal

$573 or less
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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 February 22, 2025.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/72:10 pmMTJ - MDW
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Mon 3/105:40 amMDW - MTJ
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$324
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.
Fri 3/712:02 pmMTJ - ORD
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/106:54 pmORD - MTJ
1 stop17h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$351
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/712:40 pmMTJ - ORD
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Mon 3/106:15 amORD - MTJ
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$364
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2112:59 pmMTJ - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/249:30 amORD - MTJ
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 3/141:52 pmMTJ - MDW
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Mon 3/176:00 amMDW - MTJ
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 2/21$539

Find flights from Montrose to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Montrose 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 22, 2025.

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Montrose

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Chicago

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Return

Price

MontroseChicago

MTJ - MDW

MTJMDW

Montrose County

Fri 3/7

2:10 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/10

5:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 15m

$324

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Fri 3/7

12:02 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

6:54 pm-11:17 am

1 stop17h 23m

$351

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Fri 3/7

12:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

6:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

$364

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Fri 3/21

12:59 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/24

9:30 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$369

MontroseChicago

MTJ - MDW

MTJMDW

Montrose County

Fri 3/14

1:52 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$539

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Mon 7/7

7:35 am-9:41 am

1 stop25h 06m

$288

MontroseChicago

MTJ - ORD

MTJORD

Montrose County

Sun 3/2

1:04 pm-5:28 am

3 stops39h 24m

$307

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Travel insights for flights from Montrose to Chicago

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

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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MTJ to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Montrose 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 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Montrose to Chicago at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Montrose to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Montrose 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 22, 2025.

The most flights from MTJ to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 22, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Montrose to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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
4,395 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 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 is 1 daily outbound flight to Chicago from 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $324, Southwest will fly you from Montrose to Chicago and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $351 and $369, respectively. Southwest is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montrose to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Montrose to Chicago? While on average our users pay $750, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $369. The most popular route (Montrose County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $370.

  • 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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