Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Austin (AUS) from $65
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
The best prices from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in August or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
How to find the cheapest flight from Chicago (CHI) to Austin (AUS)
All the information you need to plan the best CHI to AUS flight in 2023: compare Chicago to Austin flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Austin.
Popular in | June |
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Cheapest in | August |
Round-trip from | $237 |
One-way from | $77 |
CHI - AUS Price | $237 - $412 |
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AUS Temperature | 50 - 84.2 °F |
AUS Rainfall | 2.1 - 4.2 inches |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Austin?
Flights from Chicago to Austin are found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Austin.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Austin?
Find a great deal and save up to 39% by booking at least 29 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Chicago to Austin within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $391.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Austin?
August can be a great time to fly to Austin from Chicago with a flight ticket averaging about $346. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $217. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Austin (CHI - AUS)?
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Austin is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 6% on airfare.
Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Austin
Consider these cheap Spirit Airlines flights we've found departing from Chicago to Austin. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
If you’re traveling from Chicago to Austin, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Chicago to Austin flights are typically 37% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $354.63 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $147. When traveling from Chicago to Austin on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Austin Bergstrom Airport. When flying from Chicago to Austin, Spirit Airlines flights are 7% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Delta flights from Chicago to Austin
Browse through some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Chicago to Austin. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
One of the most popular airlines traveling from Chicago to Austin is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $360.30 RT. This price is typically 57% cheaper than other airlines that offer Chicago to Austin flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $168. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most common Chicago airport to take off from when flying to Austin. Austin Bergstrom Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Austin. When flying from Chicago to Austin, Delta flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.
Cheap Chicago to Austin flights in September & October 2023
The best prices found for CHI to AUS flights for September, October
Check out some of the best flight deals from Chicago to Austin in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Chicago to Austin 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Austin from Chicago found for this year
Check out some of the best flight deals from Chicago to Austin in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Non-stop flights to Austin from Chicago
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Late deals on return flights to Austin from Chicago, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Austin from Chicago
The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Austin
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Chicago O'Hare IntlAustin Bergstrom
ORD - AUS
ORDAUS
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 10/25
1 stop8h 46m
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 11/1
2 stops15h 15m
Chicago MidwayAustin Bergstrom
MDW - AUS
MDWAUS
Chicago Midway
Wed 10/18
1 stop12h 13m
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 10/28
1 stop12h 39m
Chicago O'Hare IntlAustin Bergstrom
ORD - AUS
ORDAUS
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 11/1
2 stops13h 10m
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 11/7
1 stop8h 20m
Chicago O'Hare IntlAustin Bergstrom
ORD - AUS
ORDAUS
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 10/25
1 stop8h 46m
Austin Bergstrom
Mon 10/30
2 stops28h 51m
Chicago MidwayAustin Bergstrom
MDW - AUS
MDWAUS
Chicago Midway
Wed 10/25
2 stops11h 49m
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 11/1
1 stop15h 02m
Chicago MidwayAustin Bergstrom
MDW - AUS
MDWAUS
Chicago Midway
Thu 11/9
1 stop13h 33m
Austin Bergstrom
Sun 11/12
1 stop9h 53m
Chicago O'Hare IntlAustin Bergstrom
ORD - AUS
ORDAUS
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/26
Nonstop2h 48m
Austin Bergstrom
Thu 11/2
Nonstop2h 47m
Chicago O'Hare IntlAustin Bergstrom
ORD - AUS
ORDAUS
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 10/31
Nonstop3h 01m
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 11/4
Nonstop2h 44m
Chicago MidwayAustin Bergstrom
MDW - AUS
MDWAUS
Chicago Midway
Fri 11/17
1 stop5h 03m
Austin Bergstrom
Sun 11/19
1 stop7h 27m
Reviews of airlines servicing Austin
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Austin 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.
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Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.
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Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.
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Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.
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Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.
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Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.
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Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Chicago to Austin flights.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Austin from Chicago?
For a flight from Chicago to Austin, you will be flying into Austin Bergstrom. Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is just 7.5 mi from the center of the city. Austin Bergstrom is the only Austin airport and it handles 30 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Austin Bergstrom from Chicago on a regular basis.
Can I find flights from Chicago to Austin for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Austin for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $130, but on average you can expect to pay $141.
Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Austin for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Austin under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Austin is less than $269.
Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Austin for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Austin within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Austin?
Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Austin on average per day?
Per day, 34 flights depart from Chicago to Austin on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 21% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 35% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 44% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Chicago to Austin?
Spirit Airlines and Frontier can get you from Chicago to Austin in just under 8h 46m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 27m. The distance between Chicago and Austin is about 983 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Austin round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Austin is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $130 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $135. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 62% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Austin one-way?
$65 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $72 and $93, respectively.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Austin?
American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago to Austin.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Austin?
Before booking your flight to Austin from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (87%), Alaska Airlines (85%), United Airlines( 83%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Austin?
On average you can expect to pay $447 for a flight from Chicago to Austin. The cheapest flight overall is $79 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Austin Bergstrom) is currently priced at $113.
What does ORD to AUS mean?
Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD and Austin Bergstrom Airport is AUS. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to Austin
See what time of day planes typically take off from Chicago to Austin
| 2%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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| 34%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 40%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 24%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Austin
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Chicago to Austin
| Sunday | 29daily flights |
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| Monday | 38daily flights |
| Tuesday | 24daily flights |
| Wednesday | 25daily flights |
| Thursday | 37daily flights |
| Friday | 38daily flights |
| Saturday | 25daily flights |
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