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$55+ Cheap flights from Virginia Beach, VA to Chicago (CHI)

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RIC — CHI
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Fri 2/28
Fri 3/7
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The best prices from Virginia Beach to Chicago are usually found in March or September, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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$257
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One-way from

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March

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Virginia Beach to Chicago
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/126:10 amORF - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Fri 3/148:30 pmMDW - ORF
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Sat 3/86:30 amORF - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/1111:05 amORD - ORF
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$257
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Wed 3/128:22 pmORF - ORD
3 stops23h 04mSpirit Airlines
Fri 3/146:45 amORD - ORF
1 stop11h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$258
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Fri 5/233:57 pmORF - MDW
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Mon 5/269:12 pmMDW - ORF
1 stop11h 01mFrontier
Deal found 2/22$264
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Sun 4/69:19 pmORF - ORD
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/138:45 amORD - ORF
1 stop25h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$268
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Sat 3/88:03 amORF - MDW
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Tue 3/1112:51 pmMDW - ORF
1 stop4h 06mDelta
Deal found 2/22$277
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Fri 3/77:05 pmORF - ORD
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Mon 3/105:45 amORD - ORF
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/21$277
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Thu 4/175:54 amORF - ORD
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/216:44 pmORD - ORF
Nonstop2h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$282
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Wed 4/166:40 amORF - ORD
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/221:50 pmORD - ORF
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$343
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Fri 3/148:44 amORF - RFD
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/169:37 pmRFD - ORF
2 stops35h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$454

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Depart

Return

Price

NorfolkChicago

ORF - MDW

ORFMDW

Norfolk

Wed 3/12

6:10 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/14

8:30 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$257

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Sat 3/8

6:30 am-8:02 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

11:05 am-2:17 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$257

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Wed 3/12

8:22 pm-6:26 pm

3 stops23h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/14

6:45 am-7:27 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$258

NorfolkChicago

ORF - MDW

ORFMDW

Norfolk

Fri 5/23

3:57 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/26

9:12 pm-9:13 am

1 stop11h 01m

$264

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Sun 4/6

9:19 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/13

8:45 am-11:22 am

1 stop25h 37m

$268

NorfolkChicago

ORF - MDW

ORFMDW

Norfolk

Sat 3/8

8:03 am-2:53 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/11

12:51 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$277

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Fri 3/7

7:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

5:45 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$277

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Thu 4/17

5:54 am-10:53 am

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/21

6:44 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

$282

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Wed 4/16

6:40 am-12:45 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

1:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$343

NorfolkChicago

ORF - RFD

ORFRFD

Norfolk

Fri 3/14

8:44 am-6:19 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 3/16

9:37 pm-10:30 am

2 stops35h 53m

$454

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Travel insights for flights from Virginia Beach to Chicago

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

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

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

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia Beach to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Virginia Beach 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 V1B to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia Beach 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 23, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Virginia Beach to Chicago as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Virginia Beach to Chicago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Virginia Beach to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Virginia Beach to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Virginia Beach 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from V1B to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Virginia Beach to Chicago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,012 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Spirit Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on Southwest start at $119 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Virginia Beach to Chicago?

    The most popular route from Virginia Beach to Chicago is Norfolk - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Norfolk - Chicago Midway or Norfolk - Chicago Greater Rockford.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Virginia Beach to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Virginia Beach to Chicago are Avianca (86%), ANA (82%) and United Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Virginia Beach to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Virginia Beach to Chicago is $173. On average you can expect to pay $987. The most popular route, (Norfolk - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $151.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia Beach to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach to Chicago?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Virginia Beach 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$251Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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