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$69+ Cheap flights from Boston (BOS) to Chicago (CHI)

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BOS — CHI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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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 Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Boston to Chicago

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Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$69
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$223

Good round-trip deal

$137 or less

Good one-way deal

$123 or less
From Boston Logan Intl to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Boston Logan Intl to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Boston Logan Intl to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Boston Logan Intl to Chicago (CHI).

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Cheapest flights from Boston to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/105:15 amBOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Tue 7/155:05 amMDW - BOS
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/237:20 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mDelta
Mon 7/287:00 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 31mDelta
Deal found 7/3$137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Wed 7/306:15 amBOS - ORD
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/65:05 amORD - BOS
1 stop13h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$138
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/152:55 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/178:30 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$139
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/157:04 pmBOS - ORD
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/223:48 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Thu 7/176:00 amBOS - ORD
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Sat 7/1912:20 pmORD - BOS
1 stop11h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 8/249:20 amBOS - ORD
1 stop10h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/2711:36 amORD - BOS
1 stop11h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$145
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/169:40 amBOS - MDW
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Sun 8/173:58 pmMDW - BOS
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/155:45 amBOS - ORD
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Sat 7/191:30 pmORD - BOS
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$157
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:00 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mJetBlue
Tue 7/298:40 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 24mJetBlue
Deal found 7/3$182
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:10 amBOS - RFD
2 stops9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2910:37 amRFD - BOS
2 stops23h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$209

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to Chicago that are best for you.

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BostonChicago

BOS - MDW

BOSMDW

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 7/15

7:20 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago Midway

Thu 7/17

8:05 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$137

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 8/22

7:55 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

7:00 am-10:29 am

Nonstop2h 29m

$137

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 7/30

8:39 pm-8:55 am

1 stop13h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/6

5:05 am-7:34 pm

1 stop13h 29m

$138

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 7/15

2:55 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/17

8:30 pm-12:14 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$139

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 8/21

8:47 am-4:57 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

7:46 pm-8:35 am

1 stop11h 49m

$141

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 7/15

7:04 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/22

3:48 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$143

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 7/24

8:47 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

10:00 am-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$144

BostonChicago

BOS - MDW

BOSMDW

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 8/16

9:40 am-8:22 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/17

3:58 pm-12:38 am

1 stop7h 40m

$149

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 7/15

5:45 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/19

1:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$157

BostonChicago

BOS - ORD

BOSORD

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 7/26

7:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

8:40 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$182

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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
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, perfect for comfort on short flights.


United's MileagePlus program allows pooling miles, useful for frequent flyers.

Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.


Southwest's Early Bird check-in provides priority boarding, ideal for business travelers.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 extra inches of legroom, ideal for short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass in advance to avoid fees.

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.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
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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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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 June 27, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Boston to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from 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 July 3, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% 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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Boston to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from BOS to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (80 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated July 3, 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.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

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

Related info for your journey

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 32 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 7 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Boston to Chicago is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $137 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Spirit Airlines, starting at $137 and $138 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Boston to Chicago for 41% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $69. JetBlue flights start at $69 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $70 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes 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: Avianca (95%), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (95%), Cathay Pacific (95%).

  • 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 $746. The most popular route, (Boston Logan Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $130.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Boston to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Boston to Chicago

Discover the top 7 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$41Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$78Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$94Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$124Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$136Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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