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$61+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Memphis (MEM)

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CHI — MEM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Memphis are usually found in September or April, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$212
(Delta)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Memphis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Memphis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/85:05 amORD - MEM
1 stop11h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/122:42 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop23h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$209
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.
Tue 4/156:04 amMDW - MEM
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Thu 4/176:25 amMEM - MDW
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/19$212
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/37:02 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/105:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/79:20 amMDW - MEM
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 3/106:30 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 4/66:45 amMDW - MEM
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Sun 4/137:38 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop28h 43mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$219
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.
Sat 4/511:10 amORD - MEM
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Sat 4/126:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/19$227
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/27:13 pmORD - MEM
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/72:35 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops18h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/187:30 amORD - MEM
2 stops12h 45mSouthwest
Sat 4/198:25 amMEM - ORD
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$243
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:50 amORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/106:15 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$253
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/276:50 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 35mFrontier
Sun 3/28:15 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop28h 29mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/78:40 amMDW - MEM
3 stops32h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/108:56 amMEM - MDW
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$498

Find flights from Chicago to Memphis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Memphis 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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Chicago

Fly to

Memphis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

5:05 am-4:05 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Memphis

Mon 5/12

2:42 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$209

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/15

6:04 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Memphis

Thu 4/17

6:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$212

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

7:02 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Memphis

Thu 4/10

5:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/7

9:20 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Memphis

Mon 3/10

6:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 35m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/6

6:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop11h 54m

Memphis

Sun 4/13

7:38 pm-12:21 am

1 stop28h 43m

$219

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

6:15 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 11m

Memphis

Sat 4/12

12:10 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$227

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

7:13 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop24h 01m

Memphis

Fri 3/7

2:35 pm-9:07 am

2 stops18h 32m

$237

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/18

7:30 am-8:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Memphis

Sat 4/19

8:25 am-4:25 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$243

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

8:50 am-10:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Memphis

Mon 3/10

6:15 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$253

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

6:50 am-7:25 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Memphis

Sun 3/2

8:15 pm-12:44 am

1 stop28h 29m

$270

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Memphis

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 Memphis 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-Memphis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Memphis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Memphis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Memphis 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-Memphis 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 Memphis

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Memphis. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Memphis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Chicago to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 MEM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Memphis. 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Memphis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Memphis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Memphis. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Memphis flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Memphis

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Memphis. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to MEM are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Memphis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Memphis ranges from 3.2 - 5.5 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Memphis when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Memphis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Memphis, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Memphis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Memphis. 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 Memphis. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Memphis. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Memphis. 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 Memphis from Chicago?

    Memphis (MEM), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Memphis. 4 airlines have flights to Memphis from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Memphis should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 21 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Memphis is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $212 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $215 and $217 round-trip. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $61. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Memphis for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Memphis?

    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 Memphis on time: Air Canada (72%), Air New Zealand (72%), Lufthansa (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Memphis?

    On average you can expect to pay $248 for a flight from Chicago to Memphis. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis) is currently priced at $149.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Chicago to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 Memphis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Memphis. 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
DeltaCheapest$156Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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