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$124+ 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FWA — CHI
Oct 31 — Nov 71
Fri 10/31
Fri 11/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$288 or less

Good one-way deal

$200 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 October 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/246:32 pmFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/278:10 pmORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/29$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/179:30 amFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/249:05 pmORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/29$184
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/1511:25 amFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/199:35 pmORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/29$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/30. 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.
Tue 10/77:21 pmFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/148:59 amORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/30$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Sat 10/188:15 amFWA - ORD
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Wed 10/227:10 amORD - FWA
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/29$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Wed 10/152:09 pmFWA - MDW
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Sat 10/253:00 pmMDW - FWA
1 stop6h 24mDelta
Deal found 9/29$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 12/246:00 amFWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/24:20 pmORD - FWA
Nonstop1h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/1$213
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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 10/232:09 pmFWA - ORD
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Sun 10/268:55 amORD - FWA
1 stop3h 34mDelta
Deal found 9/29$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/1. 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 10/237:05 amFWA - MDW
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Sun 10/269:35 amMDW - FWA
1 stop2h 54mDelta
Deal found 10/1$215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Sat 10/188:15 amFWA - ORD
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Sat 10/255:40 pmORD - FWA
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/29$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Wed 10/152:09 pmFWA - MDW
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Tue 10/215:04 pmMDW - FWA
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 9/29$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/29. 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.
Sat 10/188:15 amFWA - ORD
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Mon 10/271:25 pmORD - FWA
2 stops8h 49mDelta
Deal found 9/29$224

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Wayne 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 October 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago that are best for you.

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Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Wed 11/5

6:41 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/16

8:55 am-11:11 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$179

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Fri 10/17

9:30 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/24

9:05 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$184

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Thu 10/16

7:21 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

4:42 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$189

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Wed 10/15

11:25 am-11:36 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/19

9:35 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$189

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Tue 10/7

7:21 pm-7:39 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

8:59 am-11:14 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Sat 10/18

8:15 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/26

8:55 am-1:29 pm

1 stop3h 34m

$204

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - ORD

FWAORD

Fort Wayne

Sat 10/18

8:15 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/21

5:20 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 33m

$204

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - MDW

FWAMDW

Fort Wayne

Wed 10/15

2:09 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/25

3:00 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$204

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - MDW

FWAMDW

Fort Wayne

Sat 10/18

8:15 am-12:31 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/25

3:00 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$204

Fort WayneChicago

FWA - MDW

FWAMDW

Fort Wayne

Wed 10/15

2:09 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/26

9:35 am-1:29 pm

1 stop2h 54m

$204

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Fort Wayne with our price prediction graph.
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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 October 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Fort Wayne to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% 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. Sunday at noon 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 October 1, 2025.

The most flights from FWA to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 October 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Fort Wayne to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tim,Sep 2025

IAD - GSP

This was pretty bad. It’s chaos at the Dulles boarding gates for the small regional jets because they use one gate to board 3-4 flights at a time. So, it’s difficult knowing where and when to go. There is little space for any size of carrry-on, so most had to gate check their bags. However, the worst of it was that our single flight attendant fell asleep before we took off and the pilot couldn’t do so until she responded to his messages. My wife had to wake her up! So we were a little late leaving. Not to be thwarted, the flight attendant fell asleep right after take off and there was no sight of her during the flight. When the aircraft touched down, a tray of unsecured canned drinks came crashing onto the aisle up front. I can only assume someone didn’t do what they were supposed to. The pilot was great, but I’m sure he must not be happy with this crew member.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 8 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

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

    For as low as $184, American Airlines can have you in Chicago from Fort Wayne in 1h 18m. The distance between Fort Wayne and Chicago is about 156 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $179 round trip. You may be able to fly from Fort Wayne to Chicago for 26% 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 Allegiant Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $192. American Airlines flights start at $204 while deals on Delta start at $214 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 (88%), Alaska Airlines (69%) and American Airlines (67%).

  • 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 $573, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $125. 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 October 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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