Cheap flights from Fresno (FAT) to Chicago (CHI) from $94

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/21. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
FAT — CHI
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Fresno Airterminal to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Fresno (FAT) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best FAT to CHI flight in 2023: compare Fresno to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$94
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
From Fresno Airterminal to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Fresno Airterminal to Chicago (CHI)

FAT - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Fresno to Chicago?

Departing on a Thursday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 109% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fresno to Chicago?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 26% on flights from Fresno to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $564. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $661.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to Chicago?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Chicago from Fresno average $503. You can even find prices in February for less than $503, as users have found deals to Chicago from as low as $301. The month of May appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chicago from Fresno. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 30%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Fresno to Chicago (FAT - CHI)?

When flying from Fresno to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Fresno to Chicago

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Cheap Delta flights from Fresno to Chicago

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Cheap Fresno to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for FAT to CHI flights for September, October
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Fresno to Chicago 2023 flight deals

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One-way flights to Chicago from Fresno

The cheapest one-way flights from Fresno to Chicago
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Price

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 11/29

1 stop9h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/2

1 stop9h 55m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 10/25

1 stop6h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop6h 35m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 10/26

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/31

1 stop6h 28m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 10/26

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop6h 35m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 11/29

2 stops8h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/2

2 stops13h 21m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 10/4

1 stop12h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/8

1 stop13h 08m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Thu 10/19

1 stop11h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/23

2 stops18h 53m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Fri 10/20

1 stop11h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/23

2 stops18h 53m

Fresno AirterminalChicago O'Hare Intl

FAT - ORD

FATORD

Fresno Airterminal

Wed 10/25

1 stop7h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/30

2 stops14h 34m

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Deals found on 9/21

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Fresno to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,019 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Volaris
6.5
Okay
532 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I appreciated that we departed & arrived on time. I was very cold on the plane, despite wearing 2 jackets, & will bring a blanket next time. I appreciated the hot tea & cookie I was served. I also appreciated that our luggage was not lost or damaged.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Fresno to Chicago flights.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Fresno to Chicago?

Fresno Airterminal (FAT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Fresno to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Airterminal; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Fresno airport to Chicago. It is only a 4.8 mi journey to Airterminal (FAT) from Fresno’s city center.

Can I find flights from Fresno to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Fresno to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $191, but on average you can expect to pay $248.

Are there last-minute flights available from Fresno to Chicago for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Fresno to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Fresno to Chicago round-trip?

According to our current data, American Airlines ($191), and Delta ($246) offers the cheapest pricing from Fresno to Chicago. Users have found that American Airlines is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Fresno to Chicago?

What are the cheapest flights from Fresno to Chicago?

While on average a flight from Fresno to Chicago is generally $469, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $237. When looking at the most popular route, (Fresno Airterminal - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $236 for that flight.

What does FAT to ORD mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Fresno Airterminal Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a FAT to ORD flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Top 4 airlines flying from Fresno to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Fresno to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$295Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$308Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hourly flight availability from Fresno to Chicago

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