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$79+ Cheap flights from Tempe, AZ to Chicago (CHI)

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The best prices from Tempe to Chicago are usually found in April or September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tempe (TM9) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(Frontier)

One-way from

$79
(Cheapflightsfares)

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Average price

$217
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Cheapest flights from Tempe to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tempe to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/810:38 amPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 35mFrontier
Mon 2/108:23 pmORD - PHX
1 stop12h 54mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$118
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/49:00 amPHX - MDW
1 stop14h 17mFrontier
Mon 2/107:15 amMDW - PHX
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sat 2/111:56 amPHX - ORD
1 stop8h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/14:21 pmORD - PHX
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$135
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2012:35 pmPHX - ORD
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Thu 2/2712:48 pmORD - PHX
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 4/81:02 amPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/156:00 amORD - PHX
Nonstop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/207:35 pmPHX - MDW
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Sat 3/19:15 pmMDW - PHX
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 4/712:45 amPHX - ORD
Nonstop3h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/151:05 pmORD - PHX
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2812:59 amPHX - MDW
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Sun 3/26:59 pmMDW - PHX
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/21$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/1612:59 amPHX - ORD
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Mon 2/247:18 pmORD - PHX
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 1/21$247
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/276:13 amPHX - MDW
2 stops17h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/66:40 amMDW - PHX
2 stops18h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/157:02 pmPHX - RFD
3 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/295:57 pmRFD - PHX
2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$1,090

Find flights from Tempe to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tempe 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 January 21, 2025.

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PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/8

10:38 am-3:13 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

8:23 pm-8:17 am

1 stop12h 54m

$118

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 2/4

9:00 am-12:17 am

1 stop14h 17m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/10

7:15 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$119

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/19

7:28 pm-12:57 am

Nonstop3h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/31

8:35 am-3:12 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$120

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/8

11:56 am-9:52 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/9

1:35 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$160

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/28

12:45 am-5:00 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-10:03 am

Nonstop4h 03m

$186

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 2/20

7:35 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/1

9:15 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$197

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/14

12:59 am-10:28 am

1 stop8h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

7:18 pm-12:46 am

1 stop6h 28m

$237

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/28

12:59 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 43m

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/2

2:08 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$237

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 2/27

6:13 am-12:17 am

2 stops17h 04m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/6

6:40 am-12:33 am

2 stops18h 53m

$293

PhoenixChicago

PHX - RFD

PHXRFD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/15

7:02 pm-8:47 pm

3 stops23h 45m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sat 3/29

5:57 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$1,090

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Travel insights for flights from Tempe to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tempe to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Tempe 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 Tempe to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Tempe to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 TM9 to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Tempe 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Tempe to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tempe to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Tempe to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Tempe 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from TM9 to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (52 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (42 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 January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Tempe to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
801 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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 Tempe to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $89 and Southwest from $89 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago Midway or Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Tempe to Chicago.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Tempe to Chicago are Japan Airlines (98%), Emirates (95%) and Brussels Airlines (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tempe to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Tempe to Chicago? While on average our users pay $1,235, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $91. The most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $106.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Tempe to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 Tempe to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Tempe 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$153Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$162Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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