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$107+ Cheap flights from Fort Wayne (FWA) 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 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FWA — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fort Wayne to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Wayne (FWA) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$107
(Mytrip)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Wayne to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/49:45 amFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/128:23 amORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$179
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/48:15 amFWA - ORD
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Sat 7/1211:10 amORD - FWA
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/11$199
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/42:21 pmFWA - MDW
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Sat 7/121:09 pmMDW - FWA
1 stop2h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/11$199
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/32:05 pmFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/68:05 pmORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$254
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/275:26 pmFWA - ORD
1 stop14h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/110:46 amORD - FWA
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$261
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 6/2611:16 amFWA - MDW
2 stops27h 47mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/302:53 pmMDW - FWA
2 stops28h 37mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/11$420

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fort Wayne

Fly to

Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Fri 7/4

9:45 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

8:23 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 01m

$179

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Fri 7/4

8:15 am-12:53 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

11:10 am-4:53 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$199

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - MDW

FWAMDW

Fort Wayne

Fri 7/4

2:21 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/12

1:09 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop2h 44m

$199

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Thu 7/3

2:05 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/6

8:05 pm-10:21 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$254

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Fri 6/27

5:26 pm-7:24 am

1 stop14h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

10:46 am-12:03 pm

2 stops24h 17m

$261

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - MDW

FWAMDW

Fort Wayne

Thu 6/26

11:16 am-2:03 pm

2 stops27h 47m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/30

2:53 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 37m

$420

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Sat 7/19

4:53 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop24h 48m

$107

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - MDW

FWAMDW

Fort Wayne

Wed 7/16

2:00 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$194

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Fri 6/27

10:52 am-11:01 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$269

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Wed 7/2

8:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$279

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Wayne to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Wayne to Chicago

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Wayne 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fort Wayne to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Fort Wayne to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Wayne 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 FWA to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Allegiant Air from Fort Wayne to Chicago to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Fort Wayne (FWA), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago. 2 airlines have flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $179. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $199 and $254, respectively. You may be able to fly from Fort Wayne to Chicago for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $194. American Airlines flights start at $269 while deals on Allegiant Air start at $289 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Fort Wayne to Chicago are Envoy Air (77%), Emirates (75%) and SkyWest Airlines (74%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Wayne to Chicago? While on average our users pay $884, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Fort Wayne - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Fort Wayne 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
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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