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$81+ Cheap flights from Arkansas to Chicago (CHI)

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
XNA — CHI
Jan 31 — Feb 71
Sat 1/31
Sat 2/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Arkansas to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Arkansas to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Arkansas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 1, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/3110:47 amXNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/112:54 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/315:42 pmLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/412:02 amORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/3110:47 amXNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/38:20 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/316:10 amLIT - MDW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Sun 1/47:55 amMDW - LIT
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/30$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/313:29 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops24h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:48 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/315:09 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/13:35 pmORD - XNA
2 stops24h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$541
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:08 pmMEM - MDW
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/75:10 pmMDW - MEM
1 stop23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$619
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:54 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop20h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1110:07 amORD - MEM
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$644
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/317:30 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/118:45 amORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$654
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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.
Wed 12/317:30 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 1/78:10 amMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/30$654
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Wed 12/311:25 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 1/58:00 amMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$664
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Wed 12/313:00 pmMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Tue 1/610:00 amMDW - MEM
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$669

Find flight deals from Arkansas to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Arkansas to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated January 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Priceline)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$312 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Arkansas to Chicago 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 January 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arkansas to Chicago that are best for you.

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MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sat 1/17

7:05 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

8:10 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 3/24

7:45 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

7:48 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 2/27

6:35 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

12:40 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Fri 1/23

11:37 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

8:45 am-11:02 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Fri 1/30

11:37 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

8:05 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 3/13

12:59 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/19

5:01 pm-7:02 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$210

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 3/14

5:07 pm-7:07 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/20

6:53 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$210

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Fri 1/30

11:02 am-1:02 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

6:35 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$210

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Tue 3/17

12:07 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/24

12:47 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$211

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Wed 3/18

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/24

6:25 am-12:42 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$211

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Best time to book a flight from Arkansas to Chicago

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Chicago (average of $139). Flying from Arkansas to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $246). 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 AR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Arkansas to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 1, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Arkansas to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Arkansas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Arkansas to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Arkansas to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Arkansas to Chicago?

    Departing from Arkansas to Chicago will take you 1h 45m. The distance between Arkansas and Chicago is about 481 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $443. Japan Airlines flights start at $572 while deals on EVA Air start at $579 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Arkansas to Chicago?

    The most popular flight routes from Arkansas to Chicago are Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl and Little Rock - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Arkansas to Chicago are Air Canada (83%), Qatar Airways (77%) and Japan Airlines (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Arkansas to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $796 for a flight from Arkansas to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $209.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Chicago (average of $139). Flying from Arkansas to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $246). 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 3 airlines flying from Arkansas to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Arkansas to Chicago. 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 January 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$261Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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