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$83+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
XNA — CHI
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas to Chicago are usually found in August or May, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$161
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$83
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$295
From Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas to Chicago (CHI)
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/147:29 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop28h 43mFrontier
Sun 11/166:00 amORD - XNA
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$161
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:03 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop6h 50mFrontier
Sat 10/187:05 amORD - XNA
1 stop9h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$179
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/107:29 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop5h 30mFrontier
Sat 10/117:05 amORD - XNA
1 stop9h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/137:26 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop28h 49mFrontier
Sun 11/166:00 amORD - XNA
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$202
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/247:29 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop5h 30mFrontier
Mon 10/276:50 amORD - XNA
1 stop11h 51mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/309:34 amXNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:46 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/147:29 pmXNA - ORD
2 stops23h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/166:00 amORD - XNA
1 stop12h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$221
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/237:28 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop14h 08mFrontier
Sun 10/2610:51 amORD - XNA
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$222
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/207:28 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop5h 31mFrontier
Wed 10/227:15 amORD - XNA
1 stop8h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$225
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1011:23 amXNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/118:45 amORD - XNA
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/243:35 pmXNA - MDW
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Mon 10/271:08 pmMDW - XNA
1 stop3h 54mDelta
Deal found 9/15$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/246:52 pmXNA - ORD
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Sat 11/811:15 amORD - XNA
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/15$229

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fayetteville to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fayetteville

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Depart

Return

Price

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Thu 10/30

7:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/2

5:46 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 10/11

3:10 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

8:45 am-10:48 am

Nonstop2h 03m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 10/17

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

8:45 am-10:54 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 12/13

3:13 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

12:36 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$209

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 10/10

11:23 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

8:45 am-10:48 am

Nonstop2h 03m

$228

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 11/14

6:54 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sun 11/16

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 12/3

7:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 24m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 10/29

11:32 am-5:43 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/1

1:11 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop3h 51m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 10/24

11:32 am-5:43 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/27

1:08 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$229

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 10/1

11:23 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

3:50 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago

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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 September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago, you should look to book at least 8 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Fayetteville 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 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 September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 58% 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 September 22, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fayetteville to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 September 17, 2025.

The most flights from XNA to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 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 September 17, 2025.
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
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sep 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

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 22 flights from Northwest Arkansas to Chicago per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Fayetteville to Chicago?

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Fayetteville to Chicago in just under 1h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 43m. 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. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $228. You may be able to fly from Fayetteville to Chicago for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider Japan Airlines (84%), Qatar Airways (80%) or Aer Lingus (80%) 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 $133. While the most popular route (Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $209 on average, our data indicates $824 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Fayetteville 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 2 airlines flying from Fayetteville to Chicago

Discover the top 2 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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