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$85+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — CHI
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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 Wednesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
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One-way from

$85
(CheapOair)

Popular in

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August

Average price

$374
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Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/279:08 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop24h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/89:54 pmORD - SLC
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$231
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/246:29 pmSLC - MDW
1 stop26h 03mFrontier
Thu 1/28:41 pmMDW - SLC
1 stop13h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$245
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/256:15 amSLC - ORD
1 stop16h 31mFrontier
Thu 1/28:34 pmORD - SLC
1 stop13h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:35 pmSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mDelta
Tue 1/75:00 pmORD - SLC
Nonstop3h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/18$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/318:00 amSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/75:30 amORD - SLC
1 stop12h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$442
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/316:30 amSLC - ORD
2 stops25h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/36:15 amORD - SLC
2 stops18h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$456
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:35 amSLC - ORD
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Thu 1/27:10 pmORD - SLC
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$544
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/265:43 pmSLC - ORD
1 stop9h 57mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/77:45 amORD - SLC
1 stop10h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/18$576
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/275:15 amSLC - MDW
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Wed 1/85:10 pmMDW - SLC
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$641
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:59 amSLC - ORD
Nonstop3h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/16:35 pmORD - SLC
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$649
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/299:41 amSLC - MDW
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Fri 1/312:10 pmMDW - SLC
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/17$745

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 December 18, 2024.

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Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Thu 1/9

1:19 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

6:36 pm-9:25 am

1 stop15h 49m

$148

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - MDW

SLCMDW

Salt Lake City

Fri 1/31

6:15 am-12:17 am

1 stop17h 02m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/2

12:43 pm-9:34 am

1 stop21h 51m

$150

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Thu 1/23

1:21 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

1:39 pm-11:14 am

1 stop22h 35m

$170

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Tue 1/14

12:09 pm-5:31 am

1 stop16h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

1:39 pm-11:14 am

1 stop22h 35m

$203

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Thu 1/30

5:40 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops18h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

6:55 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$324

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Thu 1/16

11:20 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

2:25 pm-12:50 am

1 stop11h 25m

$330

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Sat 2/15

4:00 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

8:18 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$374

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - MDW

SLCMDW

Salt Lake City

Sat 2/15

5:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

7:40 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$375

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Wed 1/15

11:55 am-9:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

7:30 am-3:45 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$396

Salt Lake CityChicago

SLC - ORD

SLCORD

Salt Lake City

Wed 1/8

7:30 am-11:50 am

Nonstop3h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

9:55 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$400

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 December 13, 2024.

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Salt Lake City 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 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 December 18, 2024.

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 57% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salt Lake City to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago, such as American Airlines, 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
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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 8 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 $148 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $203 and $324 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 51% 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 $85 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $100 and Alaska Airlines from $162 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: Scandinavian Airlines (91%), Envoy Air (91%), United Airlines (91%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $144. While the most popular route (Salt Lake City - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $167 on average our data indicates $798 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Salt Lake City 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 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$146Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$162Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$183Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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