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.
CHI — AUS
Oct 3 — Oct 101

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

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$237

One-way from

$77
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Austin Bergstrom
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Austin Bergstrom

CHI - AUS

Price

$237 - $412

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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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

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Deals found on 9/27

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

JetBlue
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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?

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.

Top 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Austin

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Chicago to Austin choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FrontierCheapest$150Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$196Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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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 departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
34%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
40%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
24%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Austin

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Chicago to Austin
Sunday29daily flights
Monday38daily flights
Tuesday24daily flights
Wednesday25daily flights
Thursday37daily flights
Friday38daily flights
Saturday25daily flights

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