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$54+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Galveston, TX

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CHI — HOU
Nov 17 — Nov 241
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Sun 11/24
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The best prices from Chicago to Galveston are usually found in August or October, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Galveston (G4L). 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 November 12, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Galveston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Galveston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 12, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Thu 12/57:25 amORD - HOU
1 stop26h 08mFrontier
Wed 12/116:16 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop19h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Thu 12/57:15 amMDW - HOU
1 stop26h 18mFrontier
Wed 12/116:16 pmHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Mon 12/167:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Wed 12/186:00 amHOU - ORD
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/11$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Mon 12/166:00 amMDW - HOU
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Wed 12/186:00 amHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/10$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 12/68:50 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Sat 12/710:20 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/11$220
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/87:25 amORD - HOU
1 stop26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/116:16 pmHOU - ORD
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 12/129:05 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/155:58 amHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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.
Sat 12/76:15 amORD - HOU
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/112:25 pmHOU - ORD
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/11$301
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Thu 11/218:16 pmORD - HOU
1 stop15h 16mSun Country Air
Tue 11/267:17 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop14h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/11$400

Find flights from Chicago to Galveston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Galveston 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 2,728,912 searches. Data last updated November 12, 2024.

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MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/29

8:15 am-5:26 pm

1 stop9h 11m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/3

10:36 am-12:17 am

1 stop13h 41m

$118

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/5

7:25 am-9:33 am

1 stop26h 08m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/11

6:16 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop19h 44m

$127

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/28

1:40 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/31

6:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$178

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

7:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/18

6:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop4h 49m

$216

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/16

6:00 am-12:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/18

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

$216

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/8

7:25 am-9:33 am

1 stop26h 08m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/11

6:16 pm-2:26 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$230

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/10

7:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/13

8:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$251

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

9:05 am-3:57 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/15

5:58 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 05m

$266

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/21

8:16 pm-11:32 am

1 stop15h 16m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/26

7:17 pm-9:55 am

1 stop14h 38m

$400

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/15

8:15 am-5:28 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$54

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Galveston

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Galveston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Galveston. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Galveston. 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 Galveston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Galveston (average of $230). Flying from Chicago to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 G4L?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Galveston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 12, 2024.

When flying from Chicago to Galveston, 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 Chicago to Galveston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Galveston. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Galveston flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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.

Rainfall in Galveston by month

Plan your trip to Galveston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Galveston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Galveston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Galveston by month

Plan your trip to Galveston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Galveston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Galveston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Galveston. 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 Galveston. Reviews last updated November 12, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Galveston, see what other customers have to say about Frontier, Southwest and Delta. 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
5,056 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,056 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,056 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,799 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,056 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,056 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,056 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,557 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,056 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Galveston are Frontier ($54), Southwest ($79), and Delta ($108).

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Galveston (average of $230). Flying from Chicago to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 Chicago to Galveston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Galveston. 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 2,728,912 searches. Data last updated November 12, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$142Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$155Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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