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$94+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Boston (BOS)

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BOS
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Tue 7/21
Tue 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Boston Logan Intl are usually found in January or September, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Boston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Boston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 21, 2026.

This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/219:40 am
ORD
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BOS
1 stop6h 37m
JetBlue
Tue 7/285:01 am
BOS
-
ORD
1 stop4h 49m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/20$176
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/206:00 am
ORD
-
BOS
1 stop7h 41m
JetBlue
Mon 8/245:01 am
BOS
-
ORD
1 stop4h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/20$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Tue 7/77:25 pm
ORD
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 35m
Delta
Sun 7/127:30 am
BOS
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
Delta
Deal found 6/21$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:05 pm
MDW
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Fri 7/315:25 am
BOS
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20$178
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/34:00 pm
ORD
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 43m
Delta
Sat 7/117:59 pm
BOS
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
Delta
Deal found 6/18$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/107:35 pm
MDW
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Wed 7/155:35 am
BOS
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 8/66:05 am
ORD
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 24m
United Airlines
Thu 8/205:45 am
BOS
-
ORD
1 stop4h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$180
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/215:30 pm
MDW
-
BOS
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Wed 7/227:30 am
BOS
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Fri 7/106:12 pm
ORD
-
BOS
1 stop4h 47m
United Airlines
Mon 7/133:13 pm
BOS
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Tue 9/17:30 pm
ORD
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 30m
Delta
Mon 9/77:30 am
BOS
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
Delta
Deal found 6/21$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/107:35 pm
MDW
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 20m
Southwest
Tue 7/145:35 am
BOS
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/20$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Tue 7/217:25 pm
ORD
-
BOS
Nonstop2h 35m
Delta
Sat 7/257:30 am
BOS
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
Delta
Deal found 6/19$183

Find flight deals from Chicago to Boston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Boston (BOS). 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 June 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$176
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$94
(Super.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Boston 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 June 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Boston that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/12

5:15 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 7/15

1:25 pm-3:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$179

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/7

2:40 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 7/14

5:35 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$180

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

6:05 am-9:29 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 7/15

6:00 am-7:58 am

Nonstop2h 58m

$189

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 7/15

5:01 am-8:50 am

1 stop4h 49m

$190

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

6:10 am-9:33 am

Nonstop2h 23m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 9/19

6:50 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$197

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

4:35 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 9/28

8:50 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$202

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

7:35 am-11:08 am

Nonstop2h 33m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 9/26

7:30 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$202

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

1:30 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 7/19

8:15 am-10:12 am

Nonstop2h 57m

$206

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/11

5:45 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 9/18

8:20 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$207

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/4

9:42 pm-1:06 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 11/8

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

$212

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Boston

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 Boston in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice 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-Boston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Boston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Boston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Boston 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-Boston 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 Boston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Boston from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Boston

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Boston (average of $181). Flying from Chicago to Boston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 BOS?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Boston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 21, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Boston in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Boston

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Boston. 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 June 21, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to BOS are scheduled on a Friday (84 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).

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

How often are flights from Chicago to Boston delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Chicago and Boston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 148 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Boston flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Boston flights?

Over the last year, JetBlue have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Boston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Boston. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

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

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Harriet Baskas

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Reviews of airlines servicing Boston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Boston. 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 Boston. Reviews last updated June 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Boston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Delta
7.8
Good
8,423 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,870 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,726 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
JetBlue
7.1
Good
2,991 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Related info for your journey

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

    Boston Logan Intl (BOS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Boston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Logan Intl from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 68 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Boston airport from Chicago. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from Logan Intl (BOS) to Boston’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Boston?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Boston can take about 2h 10m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $179. Airlines will cover a distance of 857 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Boston round-trip from $68. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $82, and Southwest, from $126. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $67. Users have also found prices from $67 and $68 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Boston from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (94%), Icelandair (93%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Boston?

    On average you can expect to pay $590 for a flight from Chicago to Boston. The cheapest flight overall is $93 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Boston Logan Intl) is currently priced at $147.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Boston (average of $181). Flying from Chicago to Boston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 Boston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Boston. 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 June 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$68Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$82Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$126Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$127Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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