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$59+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PHL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:15 pmORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Tue 1/67:11 pmPHL - ORD
1 stop28h 28mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$112
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:45 amORD - PHL
1 stop17h 41mFrontier
Mon 2/27:47 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/8$120
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:15 pmORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Wed 12/316:36 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:15 pmORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Tue 12/3010:00 pmPHL - ORD
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:45 amORD - PHL
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
Wed 12/316:36 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$134
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:45 amORD - PHL
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
Sun 1/184:45 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$136
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/242:30 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Thu 1/16:15 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$139
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/252:25 pmORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:35 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$139
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/195:45 amORD - PHL
1 stop15h 32mFrontier
Sun 1/1112:42 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:25 amORD - PHL
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Wed 12/316:36 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/242:30 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/712:15 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/252:25 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Thu 12/256:15 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$174

Find flight deals from Chicago to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$107
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$251

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Philadelphia 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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ChicagoPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/15

9:40 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/18

5:40 am-7:00 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$158

ChicagoPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

6:08 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 09m

Philadelphia

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-8:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

$177

ChicagoPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

8:56 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/26

1:10 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$177

ChicagoPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/10

5:30 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Philadelphia

Thu 1/15

1:40 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

ChicagoPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

2:30 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Philadelphia

Sun 2/8

10:10 am-11:38 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$177

ChicagoPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/16

8:56 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/19

10:10 am-11:38 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$177

ChicagoPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/15

9:32 am-4:28 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/18

5:40 am-10:27 am

1 stop5h 47m

$187

ChicagoPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/6

5:30 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop4h 41m

$188

ChicagoPhiladelphia

MDW - PHL

MDWPHL

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/30

6:35 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop3h 38m

Philadelphia

Mon 2/2

9:40 am-12:46 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$197

ChicagoPhiladelphia

ORD - PHL

ORDPHL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

5:30 am-1:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Philadelphia

Mon 1/12

9:40 am-1:08 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$197

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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 Philadelphia in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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-Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia (average of $36). Flying from Chicago to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $104). 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 PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Philadelphia. 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to PHL are scheduled on a Wednesday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?

How often are flights from Chicago to Philadelphia delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Chicago and Philadelphia have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 138 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Philadelphia flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Philadelphia flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Chicago to Philadelphia flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Philadelphia trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier offers Zone 1 boarding with carry-on purchase or special fare bundles.

Read more about FrontierBy Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Enjoy free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, plus a free drink on special occasions.


Southwest offers free messaging and high-speed Wi-Fi for a fee on all flights.

Read more about SouthwestBy Marisa Garcia
Airports
ORD

ORD's free shuttle train connects terminals, useful for navigating between nearly 200 gates. Plan for long walks if switching terminals.

Read more about ORDBy Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Use the “L” train for easy access to MDW. The Orange Line stops directly at the airport, taking less than 30 minutes from downtown.

Read more about MDWBy Ramsey Qubein
PHL

For quick access to downtown, use SEPTA's Airport Line. It's efficient and operates from 5:00 a.m. to midnight.

Read more about PHLBy Mark Chesnut
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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Mark Chesnut

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Expert on PHL

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Philadelphia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,179 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Chicago, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 33 flights from Chicago to Philadelphia per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Philadelphia can take about 1h 55m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $158. The distance between Chicago and Philadelphia is about 666 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($63), Frontier ($67), and Delta ($98) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Philadelphia. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Philadelphia for 76% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $50. Users have also found prices from $81 and $83 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    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 Philadelphia on time: Air Canada (82%), Air New Zealand (79%), Alaska Airlines (78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Philadelphia is $46. On average you can expect to pay $527. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $87.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia (average of $36). Flying from Chicago to Philadelphia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $104). 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 Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Philadelphia. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$160Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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