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$61+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — CHI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Chicago are usually found in September or July, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$229
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$450 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/35:20 pmPWM - ORD
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/66:16 amORD - PWM
1 stop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/96:15 amPWM - ORD
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/147:30 amORD - PWM
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/16:15 amPWM - ORD
2 stops7h 26mDelta
Sat 4/51:26 pmORD - PWM
2 stops9h 33mDelta
Deal found 2/19$233
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:15 amPWM - MDW
2 stops7h 21mDelta
Sat 4/51:12 pmMDW - PWM
2 stops9h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/20$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/110:23 amPWM - ORD
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Mon 3/35:10 amORD - PWM
1 stop13h 25mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$250
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/33:20 pmPWM - ORD
1 stop8h 00mJetBlue
Sat 6/76:20 amORD - PWM
1 stop6h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$251
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.
Wed 3/53:35 pmPWM - MDW
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Thu 3/64:45 pmMDW - PWM
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 5/26:16 pmPWM - ORD
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/45:55 amORD - PWM
2 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/15:25 amPWM - ORD
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Wed 3/57:00 amORD - PWM
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$284
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 7/3112:32 pmPWM - ORD
1 stop7h 39mSun Country Air
Sun 8/38:10 pmORD - PWM
1 stop14h 25mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/19$300

Find flights from Portland to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 20, 2025.

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Portland

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Thu 4/3

5:20 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

6:16 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 22m

$229

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Wed 4/9

6:15 am-10:48 am

1 stop5h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

7:30 am-11:02 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$231

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-12:41 pm

2 stops7h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

1:26 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 33m

$233

PortlandChicago

PWM - MDW

PWMMDW

Portland

Tue 4/1

6:15 am-12:36 pm

2 stops7h 21m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/5

1:12 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 47m

$233

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Wed 4/2

8:07 pm-7:34 am

3 stops36h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/4

7:10 pm-11:20 am

1 stop15h 10m

$250

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Tue 6/3

3:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

6:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$251

PortlandChicago

PWM - MDW

PWMMDW

Portland

Wed 3/5

3:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/6

4:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 20m

$263

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Thu 7/31

12:32 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

8:10 pm-11:35 am

1 stop14h 25m

$300

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Thu 3/27

5:50 am-3:00 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

1:50 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$303

PortlandChicago

PWM - ORD

PWMORD

Portland

Mon 4/14

7:22 pm-8:27 am

1 stop14h 05m

$61

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Portland, Maine-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 Portland to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine 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 Portland, Maine to Chicago?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Portland, Maine to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 78% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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.

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 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and JetBlue from Portland to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

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 Portland 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 Portland to Chicago?

    For a flight from Portland to Chicago, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PWM) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. Portland is the only Portland airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Chicago from Portland on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland, Maine to Chicago round-trip from $229. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $231, and Delta, from $233. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $61. Users have also found prices from $82 and $99 on JetBlue and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland, Maine to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland, Maine to Chicago on time: Republic Airways (88%), United Airlines (87%), Air New Zealand (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $875 for a flight from Portland, Maine to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Portland - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $163.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Chicago?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$202Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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