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$85+ 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ELP
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Las Cruces are usually found in January or September, 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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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$85
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$353
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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 4, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/98:14 pmORD - ELP
1 stop24h 35mFrontier
Sun 5/119:39 pmELP - ORD
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$250
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/96:15 amMDW - ELP
1 stop15h 24mFrontier
Sun 5/119:39 pmELP - MDW
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Tue 5/68:30 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/131:36 pmELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/78:50 amMDW - ELP
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Wed 5/141:10 pmELP - MDW
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Wed 5/75:15 amORD - ELP
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/148:40 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/75:30 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Wed 5/141:00 pmELP - ORD
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/3$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 5/76:00 amMDW - ELP
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Wed 5/141:00 pmELP - MDW
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/3$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 6/135:25 pmORD - ELP
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Thu 6/2611:35 amELP - ORD
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$383
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sun 5/46:00 amORD - ELP
2 stops13h 15mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/86:49 pmELP - ORD
2 stops22h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$665

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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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Las Cruces

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ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

8:14 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop24h 35m

El Paso

Sun 5/11

9:39 pm-5:10 am

1 stop6h 31m

$250

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/9

6:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 24m

El Paso

Sun 5/11

9:39 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop16h 09m

$250

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

8:30 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

El Paso

Tue 5/13

1:36 pm-5:49 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$261

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

8:50 am-11:15 am

Nonstop3h 25m

El Paso

Wed 5/14

1:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$261

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

5:15 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

El Paso

Wed 5/14

8:40 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$271

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

5:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

El Paso

Wed 5/14

1:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$281

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

El Paso

Wed 5/14

1:00 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$281

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

5:25 pm-12:50 am

1 stop8h 25m

El Paso

Thu 6/26

11:35 am-9:30 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$383

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops13h 15m

El Paso

Thu 5/8

6:49 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops22h 12m

$665

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-12:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$85

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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 March 28, 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 4, 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 4, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LC9 are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,836 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
7,897 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
8,618 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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

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

    $85 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: Republic Airways (94%), United Airlines (84%), Alaska Airlines (79%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $515 for a flight from Chicago to Las Cruces. The cheapest flight overall is $118 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - El Paso) is currently priced at $261.

  • 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$107Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$260Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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