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$55+ 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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIT — CHI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Arkansas to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Arkansas to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$55
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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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 October 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 11/246:15 pmLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2712:33 pmORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/26:55 pmLIT - ORD
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Wed 11/56:05 pmORD - LIT
1 stop24h 05mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:19 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/33:43 pmORD - MEM
1 stop24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:21 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/193:26 pmORD - MEM
1 stop18h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1311:30 amLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/178:20 pmORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/210:07 amMEM - ORD
1 stop12h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/512:09 pmORD - MEM
1 stop6h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/229:17 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/126:05 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/229:17 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/1510:00 pmORD - MEM
1 stop14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Tue 12/238:47 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops25h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/136:05 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:03 amLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/39:45 amORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 11/1710:47 amXNA - MDW
1 stop13h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:56 pmMDW - XNA
2 stops26h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/276:40 amLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/48:11 amORD - LIT
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$226

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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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arkansas to Chicago that are best for you.

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Arkansas

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Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Wed 11/26

6:15 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Mon 11/24

6:15 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/27

12:33 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Thu 11/20

6:15 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/23

12:33 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Thu 11/27

11:34 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$209

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 12/4

8:07 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops26h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

12:09 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$221

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Wed 11/26

6:15 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

12:33 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$228

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Tue 11/25

7:45 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$228

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 52m

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/22

4:28 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 12/5

6:55 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/7

12:50 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 11/22

5:54 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/24

5:34 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Arkansas to Chicago

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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 $122). Flying from Arkansas to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 October 30, 2025.

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 31% 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 16, 2024.

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

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

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 35m. The distance between Arkansas and Chicago is about 481 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $66. Southwest flights start at $115 while deals on United Airlines start at $116 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Arkansas to Chicago are Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Memphis - Chicago Midway and Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - 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 Envoy Air (84%), Royal Jordanian (81%) and Air New Zealand (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Arkansas to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $891 for a flight from Arkansas to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $136 while the most popular route, (Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $132.

  • 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 $122). Flying from Arkansas to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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