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$47+ Cheap flights from North America to Chicago (CHI)

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LAX — CHI
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$86
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$47
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$256

Good round-trip deal

$96 or less

Good one-way deal

$64 or less
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Sat 4/196:10 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 25mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/297:47 pmORD - DFW
1 stop13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$86
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Wed 4/238:59 pmEWR - ORD
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/266:36 pmORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$102
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Sat 4/58:14 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/710:27 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$111
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Thu 4/244:38 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 4/265:55 amORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$118
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Mon 4/78:41 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mFrontier
Tue 4/89:45 amORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$125
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:20 pmJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 44mJetBlue
Wed 5/74:03 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 3/27$135
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/249:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/274:44 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$137
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Tue 4/224:38 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/239:28 amORD - LGA
1 stop6h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$139
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Sat 4/198:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mDelta
Tue 4/221:50 pmORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/27$143
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Wed 5/73:49 pmBOS - ORD
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1012:41 pmORD - BOS
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$145
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Wed 4/234:20 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/247:59 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$147
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Wed 4/912:45 pmBOS - ORD
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/107:10 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$147

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North America 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North America to Chicago that are best for you.

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North America

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/19

6:10 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

7:47 pm-9:32 am

1 stop13h 45m

$86

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 4/23

8:59 pm-9:24 am

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

6:36 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$102

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 4/10

6:10 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/13

2:48 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$111

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/24

4:38 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

5:55 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$118

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/7

8:41 am-11:17 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

9:45 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$125

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/6

1:20 pm-3:04 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

4:03 pm-7:29 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$135

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/24

9:00 am-11:09 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

4:44 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$137

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/22

4:38 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

9:28 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$139

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/19

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

1:50 pm-5:22 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$143

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 4/26

2:12 pm-12:58 am

1 stop11h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

7:47 pm-10:22 am

1 stop13h 35m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from North America to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North America to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from North America to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 NA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 March 28, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from North America to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from North America 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from 0NA to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (105 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 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 March 28, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $47. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from North America to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from North America to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl when deciding on the best route from North America to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from North America to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North America to Chicago consider choosing Atlas Air (100%), Spirit Airlines (96%) or Fiji Airways (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North America to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $87. While the most popular route (New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $63 on average our data indicates $1,135 when flying from North America to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North America to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from North America to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 10 airlines flying from North America to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$44Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$49Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$115Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$119Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$149Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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