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$91+ Cheap flights from Colorado Springs (COS) 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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
COS — CHI
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colorado Springs to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Colorado Springs to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colorado Springs (COS) 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 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$181
(Southwest)

One-way from

$91
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$355

Good round-trip deal

$352 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 or less
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Cheapest flights from Colorado Springs to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Colorado Springs 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 9/119:45 amCOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Mon 9/157:45 amMDW - COS
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$181
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 8/2612:07 pmCOS - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:00 amORD - COS
Nonstop2h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$181
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/512:05 pmCOS - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/129:15 amORD - COS
Nonstop2h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$189
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.
Tue 8/264:15 pmCOS - ORD
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Sat 9/67:00 amORD - COS
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$201
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/52:22 pmCOS - ORD
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Tue 8/1211:15 amORD - COS
2 stops12h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/2$222
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/111:11 pmCOS - MDW
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Mon 9/1512:43 pmMDW - COS
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 7/2$248

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Colorado Springs 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Colorado Springs to Chicago that are best for you.

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Colorado Springs

Fly to

Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - MDW

COSMDW

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/11

9:45 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$181

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Sat 8/16

6:05 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

9:07 am-10:56 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$181

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Wed 8/20

6:45 am-2:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

3:10 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$206

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Tue 8/5

2:22 pm-12:09 am

1 stop8h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/12

11:15 am-10:18 pm

2 stops12h 03m

$222

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/11

12:03 pm-3:47 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

9:40 am-11:33 am

Nonstop2h 53m

$224

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - MDW

COSMDW

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/11

1:11 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

12:43 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$248

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - MDW

COSMDW

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/11

9:45 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$91

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Wed 9/24

12:02 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$91

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Fri 10/3

5:59 pm-4:46 am

2 stops9h 47m

$104

Colorado SpringsChicago

COS - ORD

COSORD

Colorado Springs

Thu 9/11

11:45 am-11:40 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$106

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Best time to book a flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Colorado Springs 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 COS to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Colorado Springs 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Colorado Springs to Chicago at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Colorado Springs to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Colorado Springs 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 COS to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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 Colorado Springs 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
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

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 Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs to Chicago?

    For a flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago, you will be flying from Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs (COS) is just 6.7 mi from the center of the city. Colorado Springs is the only Colorado Springs airport and it handles 4 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago from Colorado Springs on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Colorado Springs to Chicago is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $181 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $181 and $189 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago are Southwest ($91), United Airlines ($91), and Delta ($109).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Colorado Springs to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Colorado Springs, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (91%), Emirates (89%), Lufthansa( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Colorado Springs to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Colorado Springs - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $189 on average our data indicates $487 when flying from Colorado Springs to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Colorado Springs to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colorado Springs to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Colorado Springs 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 3 airlines flying from Colorado Springs to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Colorado Springs 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
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$283Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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