Saint Paul

$62+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Saint Paul, MN

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 8/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MSP
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Saint Paul are usually found in April or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Saint Paul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Saint Paul flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$112
(Southwest)

One-way from

$62
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$178
From Chicago (CHI) to Saint Paul
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Saint Paul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Saint Paul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Saint Paul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Tue 8/191:00 pmMDW - MSP
2 stops7h 25mSouthwest
Thu 8/2111:35 amMSP - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$112
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/75:01 amORD - MSP
1 stop6h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/83:36 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$116
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:01 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 47mSun Country Air
Sun 9/145:30 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/30$118
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/208:25 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Sat 9/206:55 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/30$119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/209:15 amMDW - MSP
Nonstop1h 38mDelta
Sat 9/207:14 amMSP - MDW
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/30$119
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/52:44 pmMDW - MSP
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Sat 7/124:14 pmMSP - MDW
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$128
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/185:40 amORD - MSP
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Sat 7/194:14 pmMSP - ORD
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Deal found 6/28$135
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 10/912:40 pmORD - MSP
1 stop11h 10mSouthwest
Sat 10/115:35 amMSP - ORD
1 stop10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$150
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:24 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/115:15 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$156
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sat 8/26:58 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/69:11 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$160

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Saint Paul 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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Saint Paul that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/19

1:00 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/21

11:35 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$112

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

5:01 am-11:22 am

1 stop6h 21m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/8

3:36 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$116

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

12:01 pm-1:48 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 9/14

5:30 pm-7:12 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$118

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

8:25 am-9:59 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/20

6:55 am-8:28 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$119

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/20

9:15 am-10:53 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 9/20

7:14 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$119

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/5

2:44 pm-12:37 am

1 stop9h 53m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/12

4:14 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$128

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/18

5:40 am-11:27 am

1 stop5h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 7/19

4:14 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$135

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

7:19 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 8/25

8:00 am-9:43 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$157

ChicagoMinneapolis

ORD - MSP

ORDMSP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/2

6:58 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 8/6

9:11 am-11:07 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$160

ChicagoMinneapolis

MDW - MSP

MDWMSP

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/16

2:44 pm-12:37 am

1 stop9h 53m

$62

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Saint Paul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Saint Paul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Saint Paul. 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 Saint Paul?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from Chicago to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 SA1?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Saint Paul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chicago to Saint Paul as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Saint Paul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Saint Paul. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Saint Paul

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Saint Paul. 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 July 1, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to SA1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (113 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Saint Paul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. 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 Saint Paul. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Saint Paul. 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.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    $62 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $64 and $69, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Saint Paul?

    Before booking your flight to Saint Paul from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qantas Airways (87%), Republic Airways (84%), Aeromexico( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Saint Paul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Saint Paul? While on average our users pay $1,064, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $59. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Minneapolis St Paul), is priced around $97.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Saint Paul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Saint Paul (average of $247). Flying from Chicago to Saint Paul in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Saint Paul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Saint Paul. 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$66Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$96Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$107Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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