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$48+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — CHI
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/810:00 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 39m
Frontier
Sat 4/115:19 pm
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$89
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/511:55 am
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Tue 5/123:07 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$89
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/99:53 pm
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Tue 4/143:27 pm
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$90
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/67:30 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/912:05 pm
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$91
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1211:55 am
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Fri 5/153:07 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 5/1611:55 am
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Tue 5/193:07 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$92
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/2511:30 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 37m
Frontier
Tue 4/285:57 pm
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$93
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/911:55 am
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Tue 5/123:07 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$93
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 5/57:30 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1212:40 pm
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$94
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/17:17 pm
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Fri 5/83:07 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$94
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:17 pm
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Sat 5/210:23 am
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$95
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/912:50 pm
DFW
-
ORD
1 stop11h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/124:03 pm
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$96

Find flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 March 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$89
(Expedia)

One-way from

$48
(iWofly)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$240

Good round-trip deal

$116 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/2

5:45 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

5:21 pm-12:32 am

1 stop7h 11m

$211

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/25

11:37 am-4:29 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/27

6:38 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$211

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/1

5:20 am-12:42 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/5

6:36 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$227

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/26

5:20 am-1:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/7

7:10 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$241

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 4/30

5:45 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/3

6:38 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$253

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/18

9:56 am-4:26 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/21

9:27 am-2:15 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$257

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 6/6

11:21 am-4:51 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/7

8:52 am-2:36 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$265

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 6/7

5:19 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

9:48 am-3:46 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$265

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 6/5

3:10 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/10

5:22 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$265

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 6/5

1:29 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/9

9:17 am-2:36 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$265

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Compare providers for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Dallas/Fort Worth with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago (average of $53). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 DFW to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 24, 2026.

When flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 59% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 24, 2026.

The most flights from DFW to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (74 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

How often are flights from Dallas to Chicago delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Dallas and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Dallas 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?

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

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago flights

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

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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Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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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 March 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,469 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,491 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,536 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,018 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Departing from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago will take you 2h 31m. There are 801 mi between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Frontier, at $64, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Contour. Frontier is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $38. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago consider Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago Midway or Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Consider Air Chathams (100%), Envoy Air (96%) or GOL (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $50. While the most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $83 on average, our data indicates $767 when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago (average of $53). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$64Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
ContourCheapest$89Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$145Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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