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$75+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago (CHI)

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SLC — CHI
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Salt Lake City to Chicago are usually found in August or September, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$102
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$75
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$400

Good round-trip deal

$409 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
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Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/105:19 pmSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 14mFrontier
Wed 3/126:45 amORD - SLC
1 stop18h 55mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$102
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/188:49 pmSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/228:00 amORD - SLC
1 stop6h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$124
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/123:07 pmSLC - MDW
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Mon 3/178:44 pmMDW - SLC
1 stop12h 46mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$125
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/152:36 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop14h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/228:00 amORD - SLC
1 stop6h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$138
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.
Thu 3/133:30 pmSLC - MDW
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Tue 3/259:20 pmMDW - SLC
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$377
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 3/1111:15 amSLC - MDW
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Thu 3/132:55 pmMDW - SLC
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/19$397

Find flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salt Lake City 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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Price

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Mon 3/10

5:19 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/12

6:45 am-12:40 am

1 stop18h 55m

$102

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Fri 4/18

8:49 pm-1:03 am

Nonstop3h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

8:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$124

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - MDW

SLCMDW

Salt Lake City

Wed 3/12

3:07 pm-12:17 am

1 stop8h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/17

8:44 pm-8:30 am

1 stop12h 46m

$125

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Tue 4/15

2:36 pm-6:33 am

1 stop14h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

8:00 am-1:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$138

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - MDW

SLCMDW

Salt Lake City

Thu 3/13

3:30 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/25

9:20 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$377

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - MDW

SLCMDW

Salt Lake City

Tue 3/11

11:15 am-6:18 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/13

2:55 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$397

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - MDW

SLCMDW

Salt Lake City

Thu 4/3

12:40 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$75

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Thu 4/10

6:00 am-12:10 am

1 stop17h 10m

$77

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Wed 5/14

3:05 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$78

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Wed 3/26

2:23 pm-2:15 pm

3 stops22h 52m

$186

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Salt Lake City to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice 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 Salt Lake City-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Salt Lake City-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Salt Lake City-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Salt Lake City-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 Salt Lake City-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 Salt Lake City to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

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

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Salt Lake City 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 SLC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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.

When flying from Salt Lake City to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 73% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 20, 2025.

The most flights from SLC to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago?

    For a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago, you will be flying from Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City (SLC) is just 5.7 mi from the center of the city. Salt Lake City is the only Salt Lake City airport and it handles 27 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chicago from Salt Lake City on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Salt Lake City to Chicago is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $102 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Southwest, starting at $138 and $377 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $75 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $78 and Sun Country Air from $178 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago on time: Royal Jordanian (91%), Lufthansa (85%), Scandinavian Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $179. While the most popular route (Salt Lake City - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $138 on average our data indicates $897 when flying from Salt Lake City to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Salt Lake City 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 6 airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Salt Lake City 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$60Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$151Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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