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$52+ Cheap flights from Fort Walton Beach, FL 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 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PNS — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Fort Walton Beach to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$86
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$52
(Mytrip)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$262
From Fort Walton Beach to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/116:00 amVPS - MDW
Nonstop2h 22mAllegiant Air
Wed 7/164:27 pmMDW - VPS
Nonstop2h 11mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$86
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/1010:53 amVPS - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/147:33 amORD - VPS
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/246:00 pmVPS - MDW
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Mon 7/285:05 amMDW - VPS
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$176
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/104:59 pmVPS - ORD
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Mon 7/146:00 amORD - VPS
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/10$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/152:45 pmVPS - MDW
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Wed 7/306:00 amMDW - VPS
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/12$177
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:05 pmVPS - ORD
1 stop23h 16mSun Country Air
Thu 7/176:00 amORD - VPS
1 stop11h 08mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$284
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/248:30 amVPS - ORD
2 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/287:08 amORD - VPS
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/87:00 amVPS - ORD
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Wed 7/234:00 pmORD - VPS
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$310

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Walton Beach 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago that are best for you.

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ValparaisoChicago

VPS - MDW

VPSMDW

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Fri 7/11

6:00 am-8:22 am

Nonstop2h 22m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/16

4:27 pm-6:38 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$86

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - ORD

VPSORD

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 7/10

10:53 am-1:32 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/14

7:33 am-9:59 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$158

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - MDW

VPSMDW

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 7/24

6:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/28

5:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 50m

$176

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - ORD

VPSORD

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 7/10

4:59 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/14

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$177

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - MDW

VPSMDW

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 7/15

2:45 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/30

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

$177

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - ORD

VPSORD

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 7/2

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$268

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - ORD

VPSORD

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 7/10

6:05 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop23h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/17

6:00 am-5:08 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$284

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - ORD

VPSORD

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 7/24

8:30 am-9:30 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/28

7:08 am-8:18 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$285

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - MDW

VPSMDW

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 7/16

1:15 pm-3:37 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$52

ValparaisoChicago

VPS - ORD

VPSORD

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 8/5

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$72

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Fort Walton Beach with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Fort Walton Beach 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 FO9 to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Walton Beach 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Walton Beach 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from FO9 to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Allegiant Air. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

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    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago? While on average our users pay $964, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $187.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Fort Walton Beach 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 5 airlines flying from Fort Walton Beach to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Fort Walton Beach 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$214Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$234Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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