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$54+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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 2/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — DFW
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in September or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$109
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Trip.com)

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Average price

$218
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 1/20. 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.
Sat 3/15:40 pmORD - DFW
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Tue 3/49:59 pmDFW - ORD
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$109
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/34:27 pmMDW - DFW
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Mon 2/101:44 pmDFW - MDW
1 stop7h 21mFrontier
Deal found 1/20$109
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2812:48 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/47:17 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$110
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2910:27 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/210:31 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$116
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.
Wed 1/2911:45 amORD - DFW
1 stop3h 55mContour
Sun 2/210:25 amDFW - ORD
1 stop3h 50mContour
Deal found 1/20$176
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:05 pmMDW - DFW
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Sat 3/111:45 amDFW - MDW
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 1/20$197
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/45:45 amORD - DFW
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Tue 3/1111:32 amDFW - ORD
1 stop6h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/20$198
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/81:40 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/107:00 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$243
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/18:35 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/37:05 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$248

Find flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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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ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

5:40 pm-12:41 am

1 stop7h 01m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/4

9:59 pm-9:27 am

1 stop11h 28m

$109

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DFW

MDWDFW

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/3

4:27 pm-12:33 am

1 stop8h 06m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 2/10

1:44 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$109

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

12:48 pm-3:34 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/4

7:17 am-9:51 am

Nonstop2h 34m

$110

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/29

10:27 pm-1:17 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/1

10:31 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$116

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/29

11:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 2/2

10:25 am-2:15 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$176

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DFW

MDWDFW

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/19

5:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 3/1

11:45 am-4:09 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$197

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

9:38 am-5:30 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/12

1:29 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$198

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

8:35 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/3

7:05 am-9:36 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$248

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/22

5:40 pm-12:41 am

1 stop7h 01m

$54

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DFW

MDWDFW

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/15

8:44 pm-5:45 am

1 stop9h 01m

$54

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth in January.
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*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 Chicago-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Chicago-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

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

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 CHI to DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 CHI to DFW are scheduled on a Friday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 on average).

Rainfall in Dallas/Fort Worth by month

Plan your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas/Fort Worth Airport when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas/Fort Worth by month

Plan your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas/Fort Worth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Contour, American Airlines and United Airlines from Chicago to Dallas to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($109), Spirit Airlines ($116), and Contour ($176) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Users have found that Frontier is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Contour, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Consider Republic Airways (100%), Envoy Air (100%) or Japan Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport? While on average our users pay $730, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $58. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Dallas/Fort Worth), is priced around $88.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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$50Average$143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$141Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ContourCheapest$170Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$178Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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