$131+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — CHI
Aug 29 — Sep 51
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 July 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 July 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/171:33 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 20m
Frontier
Thu 8/207:05 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/122:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/132:49 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop17h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$250
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/225:23 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Frontier
Sat 8/292:41 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$250
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/225:23 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Frontier
Mon 8/247:05 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$251
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/152:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Tue 8/186:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/1211:00 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Tue 8/182:41 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop9h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/82:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Sat 8/156:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$253
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:37 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 16m
Frontier
Mon 8/312:25 pm
ORD
- AUS
2 stops26h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/55:37 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 18m
Frontier
Sat 9/126:25 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop11h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1110:58 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Fri 9/1810:26 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/28![Frontier logo]()
$254
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 9/1010:58 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Sun 9/1310:26 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$255
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 9/1710:58 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Sun 9/208:55 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$256
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 July 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 July 30, 2026.
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/224:40 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Mon 9/288:40 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27![Southwest logo]()
$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Tue 9/296:45 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 10/87:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25![United Airlines logo]()
$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 10/225:10 am
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 37m
Delta
Mon 10/265:15 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop7h 06m
Delta
Deal found 7/30![Delta logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 11/511:27 am
AUS
- RFD
1 stop21h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/810:30 am
RFD
- AUS
2 stops23h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$316
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/107:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Thu 9/1712:05 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27![Southwest logo]()
$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/222:24 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 8/248:51 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28![United Airlines logo]()
$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/113:15 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 18m
Delta
Wed 9/167:05 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop7h 20m
Delta
Deal found 7/29![Delta logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/268:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
2 stops18h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/309:35 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop14h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 9/45:20 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 9/97:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28![United Airlines logo]()
$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/47:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Mon 9/75:30 am
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/168:45 am
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
United Airlines
Mon 10/197:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Thu 10/812:17 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/1110:30 am
RFD
- AUS
2 stops23h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$324
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/151:30 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Fri 9/188:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 10/185:10 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Wed 10/216:20 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop6h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/28![Delta logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 9/247:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Sun 9/278:55 am
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/198:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
2 stops18h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/239:35 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop14h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/47:10 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 49m
United Airlines
Mon 9/77:00 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$310
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/287:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Mon 8/315:35 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27![Southwest logo]()
$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 11/159:40 am
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 11/184:07 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/218:50 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/245:30 am
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/25![Southwest logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/1012:12 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop8h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/139:29 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop13h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/151:00 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 8/185:30 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/26![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 8/3011:55 am
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Sun 9/69:30 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 9/47:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Sun 9/68:40 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/28![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/2412:12 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop8h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/279:29 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop13h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/195:20 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Sat 8/221:30 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/107:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Sun 9/138:30 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/195:20 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 58m
United Airlines
Thu 8/208:10 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/157:10 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop5h 49m
United Airlines
Wed 8/198:10 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25![United Airlines logo]()
$351
Last-minute flights from Austin to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago. Data last updated July 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago. Data last updated July 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/291:33 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Tue 8/46:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/511:00 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Tue 8/116:19 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop10h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/82:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Sat 8/156:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$253
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop14h 22m
Frontier
Sat 8/159:57 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop26h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/122:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/132:49 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop17h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/141:33 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Frontier
Tue 8/186:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$262
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/152:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Tue 8/186:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$252
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/152:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Mon 8/176:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/185:37 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 18m
Frontier
Thu 8/206:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/195:37 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 18m
Frontier
Mon 8/246:05 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 8/205:35 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Thu 8/278:40 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$261
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:37 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 18m
Frontier
Mon 8/3111:50 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop28h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 7/27![Frontier logo]()
$266
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 July 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Austin to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/2211:35 am
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$131
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Mon 9/142:04 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/25![United Airlines logo]()
$131
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/52:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$132
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:58 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$132
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/122:51 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop7h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/225:37 pm
AUS
- ORD
2 stops29h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29![Frontier logo]()
$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 10/41:48 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop22h 18m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 7/29![Allegiant Air logo]()
$135
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/277:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29![Southwest logo]()
$136
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 12/215:40 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29![United Airlines logo]()
$136
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:00 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/315:37 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30![Frontier logo]()
$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/198:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
2 stops18h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$138
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 July 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $249 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $131 (Southwest) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $334 |
Good round-trip deal | $287 or less |
Good one-way deal | $186 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 July 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Chicago that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 9/22
4:40 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Mon 9/28
8:40 pm-11:15 pm
Nonstop2h 35m
$261
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Thu 9/10
7:25 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop4h 00m
Chicago Midway
Thu 9/17
12:05 pm-2:35 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
$267
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 9/29
6:45 pm-12:23 am
1 stop5h 38m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/8
7:00 am-9:58 am
Nonstop2h 58m
$271
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 8/22
2:24 pm-8:05 pm
1 stop5h 41m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/24
8:51 am-11:49 am
Nonstop2h 58m
$271
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Thu 10/22
5:10 am-12:47 pm
1 stop7h 37m
Chicago Midway
Mon 10/26
5:15 pm-12:21 am
1 stop7h 06m
$281
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Fri 9/11
3:15 pm-9:33 pm
1 stop6h 18m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/16
7:05 am-2:25 pm
1 stop7h 20m
$286
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Fri 9/4
5:20 pm-8:18 pm
Nonstop2h 58m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/9
7:00 am-9:58 am
Nonstop2h 58m
$291
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Fri 10/16
8:45 am-11:41 am
Nonstop2h 56m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 10/19
7:00 am-9:58 am
Nonstop2h 58m
$291
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Fri 9/4
7:25 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop4h 00m
Chicago Midway
Mon 9/7
5:30 am-7:55 am
Nonstop2h 25m
$297
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 9/15
1:30 pm-4:00 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Fri 9/18
8:05 am-12:45 pm
1 stop4h 40m
$297
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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 July.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Austin to Chicago
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AUS-ORD
AUS-RFD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Austin to Chicago?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Chicago (average of $210). Flying from Austin to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 July 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 43% 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 July 30, 2026.
The most flights from AUS to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (48 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Austin to Chicago flights typically cost between $254 and $372 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $249 on Frontier (Aug 17-Aug 20).
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 79 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 July 25, 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. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 July 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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Discover the top 6 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 July 30, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$67 | Average$241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$162 | Average$547 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$170 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$171 | Average$314 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$173 | Average$246 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$191 | Average$363 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |