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$101+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Wausau (CWA)

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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CWA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Wausau

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Wausau (CWA). 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 22, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$220
(Delta)

One-way from

$101
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Wausau
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Wausau. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:35 pmORD - CWA
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/305:40 amCWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/275:04 pmMDW - CWA
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Mon 12/306:41 amCWA - MDW
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/21$712
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Sun 12/2210:05 amORD - CWA
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Thu 1/26:41 amCWA - ORD
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/20$788

Find flights from Chicago to Wausau within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Wausau 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 22, 2024.

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ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/18

11:50 am-3:40 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 1/25

4:20 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$220

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/18

12:25 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Mon 1/20

5:50 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$252

ChicagoWausau

MDW - CWA

MDWCWA

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/4

10:19 am-3:36 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Tue 2/11

7:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$290

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

12:25 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$101

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

12:15 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$110

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Deals found on 12/20

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Wausau in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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-Wausau flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Wausau flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Wausau flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Wausau 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-Wausau 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 Wausau

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Wausau

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Wausau (average of $411). Flying from Chicago to Wausau in December is currently the most expensive (average of $571). 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 CWA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Wausau. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Wausau in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Wausau

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Wausau. 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 22, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to CWA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Wausau by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Wausau ranges from 1.0 - 4.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Wausau when rainfall is around 1.0 in.

Temperature in Wausau by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Wausau, 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 69.8 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 Wausau

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Wausau. 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 Wausau. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Wausau, see what other customers have to say about Delta and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
8,594 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 Wausau. 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 Wausau from Chicago?

    Wausau Central Wisconsin (CWA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Wausau. You should not have trouble finding flights to Central Wisconsin from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Wausau airport from Chicago. It is only a 12.6 mi journey from Central Wisconsin (CWA) to Wausau’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Wausau is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $220 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $252.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Wausau consider choosing Piedmont Airlines (90%), American Airlines (85%) or Air Wisconsin (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wausau?

    On average you can expect to pay $357 for a flight from Chicago to Wausau. The cheapest flight overall is $293 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wausau Central Wisconsin) is currently priced at $220.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Wausau (average of $411). Flying from Chicago to Wausau in December is currently the most expensive (average of $571). 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 airline flying from Chicago to Wausau

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American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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