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$79+ Cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago (CHI)

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PHX — CHI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from Phoenix to Chicago are usually found in April or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 November 20, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$124
(Frontier)

One-way from

$79
(FlightHub)
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
From Phoenix to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Phoenix to Chicago (CHI)

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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/53:17 pmPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 28mFrontier
Mon 12/98:25 pmORD - PHX
1 stop12h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$123
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Thu 12/125:23 pmPHX - MDW
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Sun 1/122:03 pmMDW - PHX
Nonstop4h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/18$126
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/610:11 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop6h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/86:10 amORD - PHX
Nonstop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Fri 12/63:41 pmAZA - RFD
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Wed 12/112:57 pmRFD - AZA
Nonstop3h 38mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/18$168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/49:00 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/119:10 pmORD - PHX
1 stop24h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/1312:45 amPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/138:25 pmORD - PHX
Nonstop4h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/1312:55 amPHX - MDW
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Sun 1/121:26 pmMDW - PHX
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/19$236
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 12/145:40 amPHX - MDW
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Mon 1/138:35 pmMDW - PHX
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/912:55 amPHX - ORD
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Sun 12/156:20 amORD - PHX
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/20$256
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/49:00 pmPHX - RFD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/812:45 pmRFD - PHX
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$262
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/218:15 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop18h 37mSun Country Air
Tue 12/2410:00 amORD - PHX
1 stop9h 24mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/19$280

Find flights from Phoenix to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/5

3:17 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/8

6:10 am-9:19 am

Nonstop4h 09m

$124

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/12

5:23 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/12

2:03 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$126

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/6

10:11 pm-5:30 am

1 stop6h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/13

8:50 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$136

PhoenixChicago

AZA - RFD

AZARFD

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 1/24

3:10 pm-7:21 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 1/27

8:11 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$142

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/7

12:45 am-5:11 am

Nonstop3h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

8:25 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

$169

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/8

6:40 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/22

8:35 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$170

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/7

1:19 am-8:37 am

1 stop6h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

1:39 pm-11:01 am

1 stop22h 22m

$171

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/8

10:00 am-2:32 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

7:10 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 37m

$174

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/11

10:23 am-5:29 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/18

2:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$236

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/13

12:55 am-8:50 am

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/12

1:26 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$236

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Travel insights for flights from Phoenix to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Phoenix to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 PHX to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 November 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Phoenix to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Phoenix to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from PH1 to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (55 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 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 November 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Phoenix to Chicago to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $124, Frontier will fly you from Phoenix to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Allegiant Air and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $142 and $169, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 41% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $79 and United Airlines from $85 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Frontier (96%), SWISS (96%) or Royal Jordanian (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Phoenix to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Phoenix to Chicago is $91. On average you can expect to pay $1,227. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $115.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Phoenix to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 7 airlines flying from Phoenix to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$118Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$170Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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