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$78+ Cheap flights from Denver (DEN) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — ORD
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Denver (DEN) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$130
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$261

Good round-trip deal

$210 or less

Good one-way deal

$126 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

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Fri 8/298:53 pmDEN - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mFrontier
Tue 9/27:20 amORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$130
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.
Wed 9/109:47 amDEN - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/104:50 pmORD - DEN
Nonstop2h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$152

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

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DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Fri 8/29

8:53 pm-12:32 am

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

7:20 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 53m

$130

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Sat 8/30

5:32 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

9:56 am-11:35 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$169

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 8/21

8:53 pm-12:32 am

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

10:10 am-4:43 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$175

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-10:37 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$78

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Tue 9/2

8:28 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$79

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Wed 8/20

2:05 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$81

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Mon 8/18

5:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$86

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Sat 9/27

7:00 am-8:36 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$98

DenverChicago

DEN - ORD

DENORD

Denver Intl

Thu 9/25

12:45 am-8:05 am

1 stop6h 20m

$109

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Deals found on 7/28

The best insider tips for Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats for a fee, with 32” or 35” seat separation.


Early morning flights have a better chance of being on time, reducing delays.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.


United's Polaris Lounges offer showers, napping areas, and dining for premium passengers.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
DEN

For a quick departure, use the A Line train to reach DEN from Union Station in 37 minutes, avoiding traffic hassles.

Read more about DENby Emily Zemler
ORD

To reach downtown Chicago quickly, take the 'L' train from ORD, avoiding potential traffic delays with taxis or rideshares.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DEN

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Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 DEN to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 72% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Denver to O'Hare Intl. 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from DEN to ORD are scheduled on a Monday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (54 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,892 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
332 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Most people fly from Denver Intl (DEN) if they book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl. On average, Denver Intl has 60 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day from 5 airlines. Denver Intl is conveniently located just 18.5 mi from Denver’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $130, was found to be the cheapest airline from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. Frontier is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $78. United Airlines flights start at $79 while deals on Southwest start at $86 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Consider Japan Airlines (88%), Turkish Airlines (88%) or Copa Airlines (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport? While on average our users pay $1,131, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Denver Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $59.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Denver to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Denver to O'Hare Intl 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 Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Denver to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Denver to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Denver to O'Hare Intl. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$154Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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