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$84+ Cheap flights from Fayetteville (XNA) 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
XNA — CHI
Mar 20 — Mar 271
Fri 3/20
Fri 3/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas to Chicago are usually found in February or August, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Fayetteville to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fayetteville to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Thu 5/76:50 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop28h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/131:27 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop28h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$200
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 10/179:17 am
XNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Wed 10/286:40 am
ORD
-
XNA
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Mon 4/2010:47 am
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop13h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/291:27 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop28h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sun 4/266:50 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop28h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/291:27 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop28h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Fri 5/12:06 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop27h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/61:27 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop28h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 4/62:16 pm
XNA
-
ORD
2 stops32h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/61:27 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop28h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 3/1012:27 pm
XNA
-
MDW
1 stop4h 55m
Delta
Sat 3/141:10 pm
MDW
-
XNA
1 stop3h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/16$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/107:12 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop4h 42m
Delta
Sun 4/126:15 am
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop4h 52m
Delta
Deal found 2/16$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Thu 3/126:21 am
XNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 3/142:47 pm
ORD
-
XNA
Nonstop1h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 4/2710:47 am
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop13h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/291:27 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop28h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Thu 2/267:10 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop24h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/112:43 pm
ORD
-
XNA
2 stops19h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/2411:48 am
XNA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 48m
Delta
Thu 4/305:21 pm
MDW
-
XNA
1 stop5h 12m
Delta
Deal found 2/15$249

Find flight deals from Fayetteville to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fayetteville (XNA) 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 February 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$200
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$209
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Fayetteville 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 February 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fayetteville to Chicago that are best for you.

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FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 3/11

7:45 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/14

7:48 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 3/14

7:32 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/21

6:55 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 5/23

6:32 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

7:46 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 3/18

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

7:48 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 4/8

11:42 am-6:40 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/11

1:10 pm-5:06 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 4/15

6:00 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 29m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 4/21

7:15 am-12:07 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/30

9:29 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 3/11

11:42 am-6:40 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/17

1:10 pm-5:06 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Mon 4/20

3:23 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

5:21 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 4/25

9:50 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

10:41 am-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$229

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Compare providers for flights from Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville to Chicago in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 Fayetteville-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fayetteville-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fayetteville-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fayetteville-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 Fayetteville-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 Fayetteville to Chicago

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Fayetteville to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago, you should look to book at least 53 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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago (average of $189). Flying from Fayetteville to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 XNA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Fayetteville 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 February 18, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 47% on flights from Fayetteville to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fayetteville to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fayetteville to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Fayetteville 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 February 18, 2026.

The most flights from XNA to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Fayetteville 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 February 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fayetteville to Chicago, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,304 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,312 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Fayetteville, you will be flying from Northwest Arkansas, which is the city’s only airport. Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas (XNA) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Fayetteville. There are 19 flights from Northwest Arkansas to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Fayetteville to Chicago?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Fayetteville to Chicago in just under 1h 59m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 59m. Airlines will cover a distance of 522 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Fayetteville to Chicago is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $209 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $209 and $228 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Fayetteville to Chicago for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider Envoy Air (92%), Qatar Airways (92%) or GoJet (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Fayetteville to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fayetteville to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $143. While the most popular route (Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $209 on average, our data indicates $1,040 when flying from Fayetteville to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago (average of $189). Flying from Fayetteville to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 Fayetteville to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Fayetteville 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 February 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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