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$143+ Cheap flights from Charlottesville (CHO) 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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHO — CHI
Jul 2 — Jul 91
Thu 7/2
Thu 7/9
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 7/16:30 am
CHO
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Mon 7/66:55 am
ORD
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CHO
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 6/306:30 am
CHO
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 7/76:55 am
ORD
-
CHO
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/24:30 pm
CHO
-
MDW
1 stop7h 06m
Delta
Wed 9/96:00 am
MDW
-
CHO
1 stop7h 29m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$289
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/248:00 pm
CHO
-
ORD
1 stop4h 58m
American Airlines
Wed 7/18:00 am
ORD
-
CHO
1 stop6h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30$289
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.
Thu 8/2010:45 am
CHO
-
ORD
1 stop4h 42m
United Airlines
Mon 8/246:59 am
ORD
-
CHO
Nonstop2h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/13:56 pm
CHO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 7/65:07 am
ORD
-
CHO
1 stop6h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/31$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sat 6/138:00 pm
CHO
-
ORD
1 stop4h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 6/165:10 am
ORD
-
CHO
1 stop6h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/2$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/35:52 pm
CHO
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 7/78:40 am
ORD
-
CHO
1 stop4h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 6/176:00 am
CHO
-
MDW
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Wed 6/246:00 am
MDW
-
CHO
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 5/31$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/196:30 am
CHO
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 12m
United Airlines
Mon 6/226:55 am
ORD
-
CHO
Nonstop2h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/175:38 pm
CHO
-
MDW
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Mon 7/206:00 am
MDW
-
CHO
1 stop6h 52m
Delta
Deal found 6/1$329
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:00 am
CHO
-
MDW
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Sun 6/286:00 am
MDW
-
CHO
1 stop4h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/30$344

Find flight deals from Charlottesville to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlottesville (CHO) 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 June 2, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$143
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$484

Good round-trip deal

$394 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlottesville 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 June 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlottesville to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - ORD

CHOORD

Charlottesville Albemarle

Fri 7/3

5:52 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

6:55 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$269

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - ORD

CHOORD

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 7/1

6:30 am-7:42 am

Nonstop2h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/6

6:55 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$278

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 6/24

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/1

4:25 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$289

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 8/26

5:38 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/30

6:05 am-11:32 am

1 stop4h 27m

$289

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Thu 8/20

12:14 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

6:05 am-1:52 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$289

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 9/2

4:30 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/10

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 16m

$289

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 6/24

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/29

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

$289

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Mon 7/6

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/11

4:22 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$289

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - MDW

CHOMDW

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/11

4:22 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$309

CharlottesvilleChicago

CHO - ORD

CHOORD

Charlottesville Albemarle

Thu 8/20

2:32 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/23

5:28 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 04m

$309

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlottesville-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 Charlottesville-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 Charlottesville to Chicago

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

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlottesville to Chicago (average of $165). Flying from Charlottesville to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 CHO to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlottesville 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 June 2, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Charlottesville to Chicago by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Charlottesville to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlottesville 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 June 2, 2026.

The most flights from CHO to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Charlottesville to Chicago?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charlottesville to Chicago, you should look to book at least 28 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 June 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Charlottesville 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,780 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,780 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,780 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville to Chicago?

    Located just 7.6 mi from the city center, Charlottesville Albemarle is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Charlottesville. Booking flights from Albemarle (CHO) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    For as low as $269, United Airlines can have you in Chicago from Charlottesville in 2h 08m. There are 565 mi between Charlottesville and Chicago. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlottesville to Chicago round-trip from $209. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Charlottesville to Chicago for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Charlottesville to Chicago consider choosing Air New Zealand (68%), SkyWest Airlines (63%) or United Airlines (63%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlottesville to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $639 for a flight from Charlottesville to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $220 while the most popular route, (Charlottesville Albemarle - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $279.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlottesville to Chicago (average of $165). Flying from Charlottesville to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $274). 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 2 airlines flying from Charlottesville to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Charlottesville 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 June 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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