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$69+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FLL — CHI
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sun 8/23
Sun 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1311:00 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/197:45 am
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$137
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:18 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Mon 8/248:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/23$139
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 8/129:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Mon 8/318:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$140
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/139:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Mon 8/178:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$141
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/129:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Tue 8/188:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/139:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Sat 8/298:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$144
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/129:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Wed 8/198:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22$145
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/119:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Thu 8/138:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/19$146
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/410:18 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Tue 9/88:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/20$147
This 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1810:18 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Wed 9/28:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/22$148
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2810:18 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Mon 9/78:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$150
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/37:10 am
FLL
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
Tue 9/86:10 pm
MDW
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23$171

Find flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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

$137
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$69
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$268

Good round-trip deal

$76 or less

Good one-way deal

$64 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/13

8:30 am-10:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 8/16

9:21 am-11:38 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$173

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/13

8:30 am-10:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 8/17

6:26 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops17h 53m

$183

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 8/16

8:30 am-10:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 8/17

6:26 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops17h 53m

$189

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/20

2:50 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

7:30 am-3:40 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$191

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/5

10:45 am-5:05 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/8

8:15 am-1:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$196

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/26

6:34 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/28

10:52 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$197

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 9/19

11:58 am-5:27 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/23

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$197

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/20

7:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/25

10:30 am-7:35 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$201
Quickest round-trip

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 8/22

6:40 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/24

6:20 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$203

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/9

6:00 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

7:05 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$213

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Compare providers for flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Fort Lauderdale-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fort Lauderdale-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Lauderdale-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (average of $131). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 FLL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 FLL to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flights typically cost between $186 and $342 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $137 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 13-Oct 19).

How often are flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Fort Lauderdale to Chicago flights

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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 July 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,034 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,851 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,771 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,233 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Fort Lauderdale (FLL), located 3.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. 6 airlines have flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 24 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Departing from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago will take you 3h 17m. Fort Lauderdale and Chicago are separated by a distance of 1224 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $58, Frontier will fly you from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Allegiant Air and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $76 and $144, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 72% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $39. Users have also found prices from $42 and $79 on Allegiant Air and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Fort Lauderdale - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Fort Lauderdale - Chicago Midway or Fort Lauderdale - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Fort Lauderdale, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (91%), Azul (91%), Air Canada( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is $57. On average you can expect to pay $802. The most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $82.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (average of $131). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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
FrontierCheapest$58Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$171Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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