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$69+ Cheap flights from Arkansas to Chicago (CHI)

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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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$201
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$69
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$291 or less

Good one-way deal

$242 or less
From Arkansas to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Arkansas to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Arkansas to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Arkansas to Chicago (CHI).

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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 July 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/147:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop9h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/186:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop8h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/117:05 amMEM - ORD
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Fri 8/157:30 amORD - MEM
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 8/1410:30 amMEM - MDW
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Sun 8/179:00 amMDW - MEM
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 8/2710:33 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:06 amORD - MEM
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 8/87:31 pmXNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/119:09 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/279:33 pmXNA - MDW
1 stop10h 49mAllegiant Air
Wed 7/304:27 pmMDW - XNA
1 stop15h 26mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/30$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/154:50 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Mon 8/185:40 pmORD - MEM
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/30$213
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 7/2810:06 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop16h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/15:40 pmORD - MEM
1 stop13h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/2912:06 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Tue 8/59:25 amMDW - MEM
1 stop3h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/1$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/19:54 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/78:57 amORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$224
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Tue 9/92:47 pmXNA - MDW
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Sun 9/146:00 amMDW - XNA
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 7/1$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/611:46 amXNA - ORD
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Wed 8/137:05 amORD - XNA
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/30$229

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arkansas to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Arkansas

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 8/14

7:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

6:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$201

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Mon 8/11

7:05 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

12:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$203

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Thu 8/14

10:30 am-9:00 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/17

9:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$203

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Wed 8/27

10:33 am-12:32 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

6:06 am-1:11 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$207

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 8/8

7:31 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

9:09 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sun 7/27

9:33 pm-8:22 am

1 stop10h 49m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/30

4:27 pm-7:53 am

1 stop15h 26m

$212

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 8/15

4:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

5:40 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$213

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Mon 7/28

10:06 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop16h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/1

5:40 pm-7:22 am

1 stop13h 42m

$214

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Tue 7/29

12:06 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/5

9:25 am-1:23 pm

1 stop3h 58m

$214

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 8/1

7:30 am-9:29 am

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

12:45 pm-2:44 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$224

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Arkansas to Chicago 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 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 July 1, 2025.

When flying from Arkansas to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Arkansas to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Arkansas to Chicago. 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 1, 2025.

The most flights from USAR to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Arkansas to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $69. Southwest flights start at $69 while deals on Frontier start at $76 one-way.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Arkansas to Chicago are Republic Airways (85%), Royal Jordanian (80%) and Qatar Airways (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Arkansas to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,526 for a flight from Arkansas to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $158 while the most popular route, (Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $157.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Arkansas to Chicago 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 3 airlines flying from Arkansas to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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