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$89+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Las Cruces, NM

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ELP
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Las Cruces are usually found in September or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Las Cruces

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$278
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$89
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$361
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Las Cruces
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Las Cruces. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/158:30 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:51 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/1512:05 pmMDW - ELP
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Wed 5/211:10 pmELP - MDW
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/24$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:14 pmORD - ELP
1 stop25h 25mFrontier
Mon 5/59:39 pmELP - ORD
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/215:30 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Wed 5/286:00 amELP - ORD
2 stops9h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/23$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/156:00 amMDW - ELP
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Wed 5/211:00 pmELP - MDW
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/24$298
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/252:44 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop22h 51mFrontier
Sun 8/31:08 pmELP - MDW
1 stop21h 33mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 7/125:25 pmORD - ELP
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 7/295:20 amELP - ORD
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/25$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 7/137:50 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/192:05 pmELP - ORD
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$371

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Las Cruces that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Las Cruces

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

8:30 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

El Paso

Tue 5/20

6:51 am-11:02 am

Nonstop3h 11m

$278

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/15

12:05 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

El Paso

Wed 5/21

1:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$278

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

8:14 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop25h 25m

El Paso

Mon 5/5

9:39 pm-5:10 am

1 stop6h 31m

$281

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

5:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

El Paso

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$286

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/15

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

El Paso

Wed 5/21

1:00 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$298

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/25

2:44 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop22h 51m

El Paso

Sun 8/3

1:08 pm-11:41 am

1 stop21h 33m

$312

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

5:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop4h 45m

El Paso

Tue 7/29

5:20 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$347

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

7:50 pm-10:23 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

El Paso

Sat 7/19

2:05 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$371

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$89

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

2:44 pm-12:18 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$97

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Las Cruces

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Las Cruces from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Las Cruces

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Las Cruces. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Las Cruces, you should look to book at least 48 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Las Cruces (average of $322). Flying from Chicago to Las Cruces in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). 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 LC9?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Las Cruces. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Las Cruces

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Las Cruces. 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LC9 are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Las Cruces by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Las Cruces ranges from 0.2 - 1.6 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Las Cruces when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Las Cruces by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Las Cruces, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 44.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Las Cruces

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Las Cruces. 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 Las Cruces. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Las Cruces have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,284 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Las Cruces. 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 Chicago to Las Cruces one-way?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $131 and $131, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Las Cruces?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Las Cruces on time: Emirates (100%), Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Las Cruces?

    On average you can expect to pay $529 for a flight from Chicago to Las Cruces. The cheapest flight overall is $147 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - El Paso) is currently priced at $235.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Las Cruces?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Las Cruces 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 Las Cruces?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Las Cruces (average of $322). Flying from Chicago to Las Cruces in June is currently the most expensive (average of $427). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Las Cruces

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Las Cruces. 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 April 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$271Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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