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$253+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Helena (HLN)

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 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — HLN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Helena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Helena (HLN). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$253
(Alaska Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Helena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Helena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/107:00 amORD - HLN
1 stop9h 39mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/144:19 pmHLN - ORD
1 stop12h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/247:25 amORD - HLN
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Sun 4/275:45 amHLN - ORD
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Deal found 2/19$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 6/108:51 amORD - HLN
2 stops13h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/307:00 amHLN - ORD
2 stops16h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$626
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/102:57 pmMDW - HLN
2 stops8h 43mDelta
Mon 4/145:45 amHLN - MDW
2 stops10h 34mDelta
Deal found 2/19$769

Find flights from Chicago to Helena within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Helena 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 February 20, 2025.

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ChicagoHelena

ORD - HLN

ORDHLN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/10

7:00 am-3:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Helena

Mon 4/14

4:19 pm-5:59 am

1 stop12h 40m

$302

ChicagoHelena

ORD - HLN

ORDHLN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/24

7:25 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Helena

Sun 4/27

5:45 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$325

ChicagoHelena

ORD - HLN

ORDHLN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

8:51 am-9:15 pm

2 stops13h 24m

Helena

Mon 6/30

7:00 am-12:13 am

2 stops16h 13m

$626

ChicagoHelena

MDW - HLN

MDWHLN

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/10

2:57 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 43m

Helena

Mon 4/14

5:45 am-5:19 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$769

ChicagoHelena

ORD - HLN

ORDHLN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

7:45 am-3:43 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$253

ChicagoHelena

ORD - HLN

ORDHLN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

7:10 am-1:13 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$294

ChicagoHelena

ORD - HLN

ORDHLN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

1:35 pm-10:33 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$325

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Deals found on 2/18

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Helena in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Helena flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Helena flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Helena flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Helena 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-Helena flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Helena

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Helena (average of $353). Flying from Chicago to Helena in July is currently the most expensive (average of $637). 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 HLN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Helena. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Helena, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 36% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Helena by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Helena ranges from 0.3 - 2.1 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Helena when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Helena by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Helena, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Helena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Helena. 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 Helena. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
9,697 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
8,219 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
8,765 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Helena. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Helena from Chicago?

    Located just 2.7 mi from the city center, Helena is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Helena from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Helena (HLN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 1 airline.

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

    Currently priced at $302, Alaska Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Helena and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Hawaiian Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $516 and $738, respectively.

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

    $253 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $294 and $325, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Helena (average of $353). Flying from Chicago to Helena in July is currently the most expensive (average of $637). 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 airline flying from Chicago to Helena

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Helena. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$534Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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