Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago (CHI) from $79

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
DAY — CHI
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Dayton to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best DAY to CHI flight in 2023: compare Dayton to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$289

Round-trip from

$207
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From Dayton to Chicago (CHI)

DAY - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Dayton to Chicago?

Users have found that leaving on a Saturday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 48% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dayton to Chicago?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 52 days in advance, which can save you up to 31% on flights from Dayton to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 52 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $282. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $345.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dayton to Chicago?

Flights from Dayton to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Dayton to Chicago in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $158.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dayton to Chicago (DAY - CHI)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dayton to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Dayton to Chicago

Peruse some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found from Dayton to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Dayton to Chicago

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Cheap Dayton to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for DAY to CHI flights for September, October
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Dayton to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Dayton found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Dayton

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Dayton to Chicago flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Dayton, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Chicago from Dayton

The cheapest one-way flights from Dayton to Chicago
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$158 - $255

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Sat 10/21

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/28

Nonstop1h 14m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Thu 10/26

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/8

Nonstop1h 13m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Mon 11/6

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/10

Nonstop1h 14m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Fri 11/10

Nonstop1h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/12

Nonstop1h 12m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Mon 10/16

Nonstop1h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/20

Nonstop1h 19m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Sat 11/11

1 stop18h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/12

Nonstop1h 12m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Fri 10/20

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/23

Nonstop1h 09m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Thu 10/12

Nonstop1h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/15

Nonstop1h 19m

DaytonChicago O'Hare Intl

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Fri 10/20

1 stop17h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/21

Nonstop1h 16m

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Dayton to Chicago to help guide your decision. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Dayton to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Dayton to Chicago?

Most people fly from Dayton (DAY) if they book a flight from Dayton to Chicago. On average, Dayton has 20 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Dayton is conveniently located just 10.0 mi from Dayton’s city center.

Can I find flights from Dayton to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Dayton to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $158, but on average you can expect to pay $237.

Are there nonstop flights from Dayton to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Dayton to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Dayton to Chicago is less than $246.

Are there last-minute flights available from Dayton to Chicago for under $400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Dayton to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $400.

What days are nonstop flights available from Dayton to Chicago?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Dayton to Chicago on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 9 flights from Dayton to Chicago a day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 33% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 11% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 56% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Dayton to Chicago?

Departing from Dayton to Chicago will take you 1h 21m. There are 241 mi between Dayton and Chicago. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $158. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $178 round trip. You may be able to fly from Dayton to Chicago for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

$79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Allegiant Air, with prices starting from $89 and $344, respectively.

What are the most popular routes from Dayton to Chicago?

What are the most reliable airlines from Dayton to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from Dayton, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: GoJet (86%), Japan Airlines (80%), Piedmont Airlines( 80%).

What are the cheapest flights from Dayton to Chicago?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Dayton to Chicago? While on average our users pay $811, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $84. The most popular route (Dayton - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $223.

What does DAY to ORD mean?

Great question - DAY to ORD just means Dayton Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 2 airlines flying from Dayton to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Dayton to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$153Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Dayton to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Dayton to Chicago
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
43%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
47%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
9%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Dayton to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Dayton to Chicago
Sunday19daily flights
Monday23daily flights
Tuesday20daily flights
Wednesday20daily flights
Thursday20daily flights
Friday21daily flights
Saturday21daily flights
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