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

American Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Scranton to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

What are the cheapest flights from Scranton to Chicago?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Scranton to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,811, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $166. The most popular route (Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $197.

What are the most reliable airlines from Scranton to Chicago?

Consider Air Wisconsin (100%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or American Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Scranton to Chicago.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Scranton to Chicago?

Departing on a Thursday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 34% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Scranton to Chicago?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 13 days in advance, which can save you up to 167% on flights from Scranton to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 13 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $134. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $395.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Scranton to Chicago?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Scranton. Users have commonly found prices around $333 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $213. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Scranton to Chicago?

Most people fly from Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AVP) if they book a flight from Scranton to Chicago. On average, Wilkes-Barre Scranton has 8 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Wilkes-Barre Scranton is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Scranton’s city center.

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

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How can I find direct flights from Scranton to Chicago?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scranton 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.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wilkes-Barre Scranton to Chicago are usually found in January or April, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from	$179 (American Airlines)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$328
Good round-trip deal	$368 or less
Good one-way deal	$295 or less

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scranton to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

Sat 5/176:20 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/211:28 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$179

Sat 5/175:25 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/214:00 pmORD - AVP

1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$214

Fri 5/169:32 amAVP - ORD

2 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/186:30 amORD - AVP

1 stop25h 22mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$564

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Sat 5/176:20 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines

Wed 5/211:28 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$179

Sat 5/175:25 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/214:00 pmORD - AVP

1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$214

Fri 5/169:32 amAVP - ORD

2 stops27h 18mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/186:30 amORD - AVP

1 stop25h 22mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$564

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Thu 4/37:25 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines

Wed 4/91:40 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop1h 57mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$259

Thu 4/36:00 amAVP - ORD

2 stops6h 30mUnited Airlines

Wed 4/95:59 pmORD - AVP

1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$635

Thu 4/39:35 amAVP - ORD

1 stop29h 08mMultiple Airlines

Sun 4/612:29 pmORD - AVP

3 stops29h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$877

Fri 4/49:25 amAVP - ORD

1 stop22h 39mMultiple Airlines

Mon 4/710:40 amORD - AVP

3 stops26h 56mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$573

Wed 4/166:30 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines

Tue 4/224:15 pmORD - AVP

1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$214

Fri 4/256:00 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines

Sun 4/276:55 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/23

$209

One-way flights from Scranton to Chicago
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Sat 4/195:30 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$200

Sun 8/317:57 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 13mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/22

$228

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Sat 5/17

6:20 pm-7:45 pm

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Wed 5/21

1:28 pm-4:29 pm

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$564

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7:57 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$228

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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.

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Scranton-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 Scranton-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Scranton to Chicago, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Scranton to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Scranton to Chicago

The most flights from AVP to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago 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

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

To help decide which airline to fly from Scranton to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Scranton to Chicago?
Most people fly from Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AVP) if they book a flight from Scranton to Chicago. On average, Wilkes-Barre Scranton has 8 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Wilkes-Barre Scranton is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Scranton’s city center.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Scranton to Chicago round-trip?
American Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Scranton to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Scranton to Chicago?
Consider Air Wisconsin (100%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or American Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Scranton to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Scranton to Chicago?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Scranton to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,811, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $166. The most popular route (Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $197.
Can I find deals for flights from Scranton to Chicago that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Scranton to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Scranton to Chicago?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scranton to Chicago.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Scranton to Chicago?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scranton 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 Scranton to Chicago?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scranton to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Scranton 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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United Airlines	Cheapest$230	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Scranton to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

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