$126+ Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — CHI
Jun 29 — Jul 61
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Austin to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 30, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 30, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/241:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 20m
Frontier
Tue 6/306:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/291:33 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Frontier
Tue 8/47:05 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/221:33 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Frontier
Wed 7/297:15 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop28h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$232
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/51:33 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Wed 8/126:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$237
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/51:33 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Frontier
Wed 8/129:57 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop21h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 8/75:35 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Tue 8/118:35 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/29![Southwest logo]()
$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Tue 8/47:05 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/221:33 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Wed 7/296:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 5/29![Frontier logo]()
$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/105:00 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 57m
Delta
Sat 9/125:30 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 33m
Delta
Deal found 5/29![Delta logo]()
$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 7/216:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Wed 7/297:15 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop28h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$243
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/412:44 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop9h 27m
Frontier
Wed 7/86:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 5/29![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 7/286:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Wed 8/59:57 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop21h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$244
Best flights from Austin to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Austin to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 30, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Austin to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 8/75:35 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Tue 8/118:35 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/29![Southwest logo]()
$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/153:37 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 7/227:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29![United Airlines logo]()
$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/244:55 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop7h 07m
Delta
Mon 8/316:40 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/29![Delta logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 7/2412:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/37:50 pm
RFD
- AUS
2 stops20h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 6/58:29 am
AUS
- RFD
1 stop23h 48m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/79:19 am
RFD
- AUS
2 stops24h 45m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/29![Allegiant Air logo]()
$465
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Sat 6/205:00 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Wed 6/249:20 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/25![Southwest logo]()
$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Tue 6/2312:59 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 7/15:30 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 8/46:25 am
AUS
- MDW
1 stop5h 26m
Delta
Wed 8/59:59 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Deal found 5/26![Delta logo]()
$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Sat 8/88:15 am
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Wed 8/1210:15 am
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/29![Southwest logo]()
$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Sat 6/206:40 am
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 59m
United Airlines
Wed 6/246:30 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/25![United Airlines logo]()
$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/296:24 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 29m
Delta
Mon 8/105:28 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 32m
Delta
Deal found 5/28![Delta logo]()
$296
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/44:40 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/318:40 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/27![Southwest logo]()
$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 7/312:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/107:50 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop20h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Sat 7/117:44 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 7/137:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Sat 6/206:10 am
AUS
- MDW
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Sat 6/274:25 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop8h 00m
Delta
Deal found 5/26![Delta logo]()
$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/78:56 am
AUS
- RFD
2 stops23h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/146:26 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop22h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 8/251:40 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Fri 8/288:40 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/25![Southwest logo]()
$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/177:44 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 7/217:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29![United Airlines logo]()
$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 6/3010:35 am
AUS
- MDW
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Thu 7/96:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop5h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/25![Delta logo]()
$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/151:10 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Fri 7/179:35 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28![Southwest logo]()
$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 7/3112:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/37:50 pm
RFD
- AUS
2 stops20h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Sat 6/1312:09 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 33m
Delta
Tue 6/166:35 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Deal found 5/25![Delta logo]()
$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/205:24 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 6/296:30 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop6h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28![United Airlines logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/221:10 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Fri 7/245:05 am
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/27![Southwest logo]()
$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Thu 7/307:45 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/37:50 pm
RFD
- AUS
2 stops20h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Wed 7/156:04 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Fri 7/179:01 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/268:38 am
AUS
- RFD
2 stops24h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/37:50 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:24 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 8/3111:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29![United Airlines logo]()
$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 7/1712:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/207:50 pm
RFD
- AUS
2 stops20h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Sat 6/66:40 am
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 6/87:10 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27![United Airlines logo]()
$344
Last-minute flights from Austin to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago. Data last updated May 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago. Data last updated May 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/93:27 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/151:40 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 31m
Frontier
Wed 6/176:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/166:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Fri 6/199:48 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop26h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/171:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 20m
Frontier
Wed 6/246:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/202:15 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 52m
Frontier
Wed 6/249:48 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop26h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$249
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/266:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Wed 7/19:48 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop21h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$260
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2712:44 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop9h 27m
Frontier
Wed 7/16:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2712:44 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop7h 06m
Frontier
Wed 7/19:48 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop21h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$251
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2712:44 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop7h 06m
Frontier
Sat 7/119:57 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop26h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/308:15 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop24h 28m
Frontier
Wed 7/89:57 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop26h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/29![Frontier logo]()
$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 6/306:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Wed 7/159:57 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop21h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/30![Frontier logo]()
$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Tue 7/77:05 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$250
One-way flights from Austin to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Austin to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Austin to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 30, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/216:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 7/16:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/111:33 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Fri 7/2412:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/25![Allegiant Air logo]()
$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 6/238:15 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop24h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26![Frontier logo]()
$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/251:33 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 5/30![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/251:33 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/29![Frontier logo]()
$129
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/241:59 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/30![Frontier logo]()
$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Fri 7/1712:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 5/26![Allegiant Air logo]()
$130
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/245:35 am
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28![Southwest logo]()
$131
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/218:05 am
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop3h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29![American Airlines logo]()
$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/248:15 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop24h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27![Frontier logo]()
$132
Find flight deals from Austin to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (CHI). 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 May 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $230 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $126 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $329 |
Good round-trip deal | $290 or less |
Good one-way deal | $158 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin 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 May 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Chicago that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Fri 8/7
5:35 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Tue 8/11
8:35 pm-11:05 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
$240
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 7/15
3:37 pm-6:39 pm
Nonstop3h 02m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 7/22
7:00 am-9:57 am
Nonstop2h 57m
$261
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Mon 8/24
4:55 pm-12:02 am
1 stop7h 07m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/31
6:40 am-12:29 pm
1 stop5h 49m
$261
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 6/20
5:00 pm-11:05 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Chicago Midway
Wed 6/24
9:20 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop2h 35m
$271
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 6/23
12:59 pm-3:57 pm
Nonstop2h 58m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 7/1
5:30 am-11:19 am
1 stop5h 49m
$271
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 8/8
8:15 am-10:45 am
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Wed 8/12
10:15 am-12:50 pm
Nonstop2h 35m
$271
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 8/4
4:40 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Mon 8/31
8:40 pm-11:10 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
$276
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 8/4
6:25 am-11:51 am
1 stop5h 26m
Chicago Midway
Wed 8/5
9:59 am-5:09 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$281
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 8/25
1:40 pm-4:10 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Fri 8/28
8:40 pm-11:10 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
$286
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 7/15
1:10 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop3h 45m
Chicago Midway
Fri 7/17
9:35 pm-12:10 am
Nonstop2h 35m
$292
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Compare providers for flights from Austin to Chicago
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 Austin to Chicago in May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Austin-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Austin-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Chicago 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 Austin-Chicago 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 Austin to Chicago
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Austin with our price prediction graph.
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AUS-MDW
AUS-ORD
AUS-RFD
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Austin to Chicago
AUS-CHI
AUS-MDW
AUS-ORD
AUS-RFD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Austin to Chicago?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Chicago (average of $46). Flying from Austin to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,122). 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 AUS to CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Austin 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 May 30, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Austin to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 44% on airfare.
Weekly flight availability from Austin to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Austin 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 May 30, 2026.
The most flights from AUS to CHI are scheduled on a Saturday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago?
How far ahead should I book a flight from Austin to Chicago?
The price you pay for your flight from Austin to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 29 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 Austin to Chicago?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 30, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Chicago 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.
The best insider tips for Austin to Chicago flights
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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 May 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Austin to Chicago 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.
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Austin 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 May 30, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$70 | Average$243 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$143 | Average$330 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$166 | Average$308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$187 | Average$358 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |