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$100+ 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
XNA — CHI
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sun 8/23
Sun 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas to Chicago are usually found in February or November, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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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 July 24, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:25 am
XNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 10/259:30 pm
ORD
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XNA
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/167:51 pm
XNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 09m
American Airlines
Sun 8/2310:15 pm
ORD
-
XNA
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 8/55:23 am
XNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 07m
American Airlines
Wed 8/127:00 am
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop4h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1411:45 am
XNA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Mon 8/179:59 am
MDW
-
XNA
1 stop6h 19m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 8/216:28 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Mon 8/245:00 am
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/177:55 am
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Fri 10/239:30 pm
ORD
-
XNA
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/77:20 am
XNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 8/99:30 pm
ORD
-
XNA
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/65:27 pm
XNA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Sat 9/124:30 pm
MDW
-
XNA
1 stop7h 28m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/67:10 am
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Sat 9/125:00 pm
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$285
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sun 11/12:22 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop19h 39m
Frontier
Wed 11/411:06 am
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop26h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:28 pm
XNA
-
ORD
1 stop5h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 8/235:00 am
ORD
-
XNA
1 stop6h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/23$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:10 am
XNA
-
MDW
1 stop4h 41m
Delta
Sat 8/224:39 pm
MDW
-
XNA
1 stop4h 49m
Delta
Deal found 7/19$289

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 July 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$100
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$289
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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 July 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fayetteville to Chicago that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 8/19

11:45 am-6:01 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/26

10:54 am-6:11 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$289

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 10/23

5:47 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/26

5:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$289

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 8/18

7:10 am-11:51 am

1 stop4h 41m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/22

4:39 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$289

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 9/18

7:07 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

5:30 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 43m

$289

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 10/17

8:31 am-3:23 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/23

12:28 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$299

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - MDW

XNAMDW

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 10/21

5:47 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 38m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/28

5:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$299

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 10/17

7:15 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/23

3:40 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$299

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 11/18

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/26

9:30 am-3:02 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$299

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 9/30

6:05 am-12:41 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/6

1:26 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$299

FayettevilleChicago

XNA - ORD

XNAORD

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Fri 8/7

4:59 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/9

6:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

$309

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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 July.
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

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 $276). Flying from Fayetteville to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 July 24, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% on flights from Fayetteville to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 July 24, 2026.

The most flights from XNA to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Fayetteville to Chicago flights typically cost between $244 and $326 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $269 on American Airlines (Oct 23-Oct 25).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago, you should look to book at least 50 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 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 July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fayetteville to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 24, 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
10,026 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,026 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,026 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,842 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,026 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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 28 flights from Northwest Arkansas to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Fayetteville to Chicago?

    Delta can get you from Fayetteville to Chicago in just under 6h 16m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 518 mi.

  • 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 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Consider Aer Lingus (78%), Japan Airlines (77%) or SkyWest Airlines (77%) 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 $253. While the most popular route (Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $255 on average, our data indicates $1,651 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 $276). Flying from Fayetteville to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 July 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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