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$195+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Anchorage (ANC)

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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ANC
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/247:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 am
ANC
-
ORD
1 stop19h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$392
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/277:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/110:28 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$393
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/110:28 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/34:57 pm
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 9/79:56 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/27$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 9/94:53 pm
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 9/169:54 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$399
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/217:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/410:28 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/244:57 pm
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 54m
American Airlines
Tue 9/19:56 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/23$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/2710:50 am
ORD
-
ANC
1 stop13h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 9/38:00 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/27$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 9/14:57 pm
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 54m
American Airlines
Wed 9/27:00 am
ANC
-
ORD
1 stop10h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/23$405
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/257:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/410:28 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$406
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/276:05 am
MDW
-
ANC
1 stop15h 55m
Delta
Tue 9/16:00 am
ANC
-
MDW
1 stop9h 01m
Delta
Deal found 7/24$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/227:25 pm
MDW
-
ANC
1 stop19h 14m
Delta
Sun 8/2310:10 pm
ANC
-
MDW
1 stop16h 51m
Delta
Deal found 7/26$415

Find flight deals from Chicago to Anchorage

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Anchorage (ANC). 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 July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$392
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$195
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$600

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$235 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Anchorage 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 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Anchorage that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

4:05 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop6h 54m

Anchorage

Wed 9/9

11:59 pm-9:11 am

Nonstop6h 12m

$401

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

4:05 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop6h 54m

Anchorage

Mon 8/31

8:15 pm-9:38 am

1 stop10h 23m

$403

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

12:56 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 33m

Anchorage

Fri 9/4

9:20 pm-6:32 am

Nonstop6h 12m

$407

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Anchorage

Sun 9/6

1:32 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$413

ChicagoAnchorage

MDW - ANC

MDWANC

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/3

1:51 pm-12:59 am

1 stop14h 08m

Anchorage

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$413

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/3

5:44 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 43m

Anchorage

Sun 10/4

6:00 am-7:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$417

ChicagoAnchorage

MDW - ANC

MDWANC

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

12:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Anchorage

Tue 9/1

11:55 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$421

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

12:29 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop11h 31m

Anchorage

Fri 9/25

1:32 am-6:00 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$421

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

12:54 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Anchorage

Mon 8/31

1:32 am-5:00 pm

1 stop12h 28m

$421

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/23

6:00 am-5:14 pm

1 stop14h 14m

Anchorage

Thu 9/3

10:28 pm-7:40 am

Nonstop6h 12m

$423

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Anchorage (average of $368). Flying from Chicago to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from Chicago to Anchorage by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Anchorage

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Anchorage. 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 27, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to ANC are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Anchorage flights typically cost between $391 and $623 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $392 on Alaska Airlines (Aug 24-Aug 31).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Anchorage?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Anchorage chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Seattle (SEA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Anchorage on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Anchorage?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Anchorage, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Seattle (SEA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $562.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Anchorage?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Anchorage, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Anchorage?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Anchorage, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 43m.

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

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Anchorage. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Anchorage. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. 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 Anchorage. Reviews last updated July 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Anchorage to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,719 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Georgana,Dec 2025

ORD - PDX

Very cordial grew. Thank you. However, crying baby issues and no ear plugs available.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,719 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,719 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Georgana,Dec 2025

ORD - PDX

Very cordial grew. Thank you. However, crying baby issues and no ear plugs available.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,485 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,719 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Georgana,Dec 2025

ORD - PDX

Very cordial grew. Thank you. However, crying baby issues and no ear plugs available.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,042 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,719 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Georgana,Dec 2025

ORD - PDX

Very cordial grew. Thank you. However, crying baby issues and no ear plugs available.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,843 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,719 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Georgana,Dec 2025

ORD - PDX

Very cordial grew. Thank you. However, crying baby issues and no ear plugs available.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Chicago to Anchorage, you will be flying into Anchorage. Anchorage (ANC) is just 4.4 mi from the center of the city. Anchorage is the only Anchorage airport and it handles 9 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 4 airlines have flights to Anchorage from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Anchorage?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Anchorage can take about 6h 54m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $401. The distance between Chicago and Anchorage is about 2837 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Anchorage, with prices starting at $209. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $318 and $318, respectively. Delta is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $160 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $163 and $169, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Anchorage from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Atlas Air (100%), Qatar Airways (95%), Alaska Airlines( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Anchorage?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Anchorage? While on average our users pay $1,023, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $181. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Anchorage), is priced around $393.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Anchorage (average of $368). Flying from Chicago to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 Anchorage

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Anchorage. 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$337Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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