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$84+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to South Dakota

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CHI — FSD
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to South Dakota (USSD). 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 January 21, 2025.

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$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$84
(Frontier)

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 3/88:20 pmORD - FSD
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/168:00 amFSD - ORD
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/131:49 pmORD - FSD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/164:01 pmFSD - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/136:15 amORD - FSD
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Sun 2/1611:00 amFSD - ORD
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/21$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/131:26 pmMDW - FSD
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Sun 2/161:18 pmFSD - MDW
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/21$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/76:30 amORD - FSD
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Fri 3/142:51 pmFSD - ORD
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 1/21$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/29:15 amORD - RAP
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/81:00 pmRAP - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/156:15 amORD - RAP
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Tue 2/1811:49 amRAP - ORD
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/20$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1810:19 amMDW - RAP
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Fri 2/2811:49 amRAP - MDW
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/20$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 4/1710:00 amORD - FSD
2 stops24h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/217:17 pmFSD - ORD
1 stop12h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$395
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/2010:10 amORD - ABR
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Thu 2/276:45 amABR - ORD
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/21$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/194:44 pmORD - RAP
3 stops25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/267:07 pmRAP - ORD
3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$472
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 6/209:40 pmORD - PIR
1 stop17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/208:30 amPIR - ORD
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$503

Find flights from Chicago to South Dakota within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to South Dakota 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 January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoSioux Falls

ORD - FSD

ORDFSD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/8

8:20 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 3/16

8:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$189

ChicagoSioux Falls

ORD - FSD

ORDFSD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

1:49 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/16

4:01 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$190

ChicagoSioux Falls

ORD - FSD

ORDFSD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

6:15 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 04m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/16

11:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$209

ChicagoSioux Falls

MDW - FSD

MDWFSD

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/13

1:26 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/16

1:18 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$209

ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

9:15 am-10:52 am

Nonstop2h 37m

Rapid City

Tue 4/8

1:00 pm-4:28 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$269

ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/15

11:35 am-3:33 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Rapid City

Tue 2/25

4:19 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$289

ChicagoRapid City

MDW - RAP

MDWRAP

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

10:19 am-3:33 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Rapid City

Sat 2/22

11:49 am-5:43 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$289

ChicagoSioux Falls

ORD - FSD

ORDFSD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

10:00 am-10:22 am

2 stops24h 22m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/21

7:17 pm-7:40 am

1 stop12h 23m

$395

ChicagoAberdeen

ORD - ABR

ORDABR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

10:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Aberdeen

Thu 2/27

6:45 am-10:45 am

1 stop4h 00m

$444

ChicagoRapid City

ORD - RAP

ORDRAP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

4:44 pm-4:52 pm

3 stops25h 08m

Rapid City

Wed 2/26

7:07 pm-6:07 am

3 stops34h 00m

$472

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to South Dakota

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to South Dakota

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SD?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to South Dakota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Chicago to South Dakota, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to South Dakota

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to South Dakota. 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to USSD are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in South Dakota by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Dakota ranges from 0.6 - 3.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Dakota when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in South Dakota by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Dakota, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Chicago to South Dakota by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,443 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. United Airlines flights start at $214 while deals on Delta start at $224 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to South Dakota?

    The most popular route from Chicago to South Dakota is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rapid City. You may also consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field or Chicago Midway - Rapid City.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to South Dakota?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to South Dakota are Copa Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (86%) and GoJet (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to South Dakota?

    On average you can expect to pay $287 for a flight from Chicago to South Dakota. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Rapid City) is currently priced at $235.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to South Dakota?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 South Dakota

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to South Dakota. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$151Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$199Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$218Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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