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$64+ Cheap flights from Boston (BOS) to Chicago (CHI)

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BOS — CHI
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Boston Logan Intl to Chicago are usually found in September or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/316:01 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/59:12 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/3012:20 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 02mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/16:11 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/306:01 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:11 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:36 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:20 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/27$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:35 pmBOS - MDW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Wed 1/72:00 pmMDW - BOS
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/306:01 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/49:12 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$189
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Wed 12/314:31 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mJetBlue
Fri 1/27:41 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 12/27$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/316:01 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/49:12 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/27$195
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/306:23 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/59:12 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 12/311:35 pmBOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Fri 1/29:40 pmMDW - BOS
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/27$203
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Tue 12/304:31 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 15mJetBlue
Wed 12/317:41 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 12/27$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/3112:20 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/610:35 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$207

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) 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 December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$127
(Southwest)

One-way from

$64
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Boston 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to Chicago that are best for you.

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BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 1/20

3:35 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

7:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 1/18

7:30 am-9:41 am

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

10:40 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/21

3:35 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

7:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 1/23

8:25 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

10:40 am-2:13 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

10:00 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 1/18

5:15 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

7:05 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 1/18

7:30 am-9:41 am

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

2:25 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/21

3:35 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

7:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/17

5:15 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

7:05 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$127

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/17

5:15 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

7:05 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$127

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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 Boston to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Boston-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Boston-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Boston-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Boston-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Boston-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 Boston to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Boston with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Boston to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Boston to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Boston to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Boston to Chicago is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Chicago (average of $89). Flying from Boston to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 BOS to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston 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 December 28, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Boston to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Boston to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Boston to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Boston to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Boston 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 December 28, 2025.

The most flights from BOS to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Boston to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Boston to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Tampa (TPA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Boston to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Boston to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Boston to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Tampa (TPA) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $126.

What’s the fastest layover option from Boston to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Boston to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 26m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Boston to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Boston to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 6h 16m.

How often are flights from Boston to Chicago delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Boston and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 168 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Boston to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Boston to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Boston to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Boston to Chicago trip
Airports
BOS

Use the FlyLogan App for real-time flight updates and pre-order food through BOS2GO to save time at the airport.

Read more about BOSBy Paul Rubio
ORD

Use the 'L' train from ORD to downtown Chicago to avoid traffic and save time during peak hours.

Read more about ORDBy Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Take the Orange Line from MDW to reach downtown Chicago in under 30 minutes, offering a convenient and cost-effective option.

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Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Paul Rubio

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Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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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 December 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Boston 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,113 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,072 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,901 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,256 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Boston to Chicago?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, Boston Logan Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Boston. Booking flights from Logan Intl (BOS) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 48 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Boston to Chicago?

    For as low as $127, JetBlue can have you in Chicago from Boston in 3h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 864 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Boston to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Boston to Chicago is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $68 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $83 and $83 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Boston to Chicago for 71% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $46. Frontier flights start at $47 while deals on Southwest start at $58 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Boston Logan Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Boston Logan Intl - Chicago Midway or Boston Logan Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Boston to Chicago.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Boston to Chicago on time: ANA (84%), LATAM Airlines (81%), JetBlue (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Boston to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Boston to Chicago is $68. On average you can expect to pay $687. The most popular route, (Boston Logan Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $115.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Chicago (average of $89). Flying from Boston to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 6 airlines flying from Boston to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Boston 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$75Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$114Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$129Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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