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$94+ Cheap flights from Kansas 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ICT — CHI
Jul 21 — Jul 281
Mon 7/21
Mon 7/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kansas to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kansas to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated July 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$94
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$275

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$267 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kansas to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/145:30 amMCI - MDW
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/188:40 pmMDW - MCI
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/15$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 8/145:17 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:54 amORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/14$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Sat 8/307:00 amTUL - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/29:40 amORD - TUL
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/14$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/156:05 amMCI - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/193:45 pmORD - MCI
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/15$188
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/52:55 pmMCI - ORD
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Mon 9/86:00 amORD - MCI
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Deal found 7/14$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 9/1010:32 amMCI - ORD
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Tue 9/166:15 amORD - MCI
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/15$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 8/306:35 amMCI - MDW
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Sat 8/307:17 pmMDW - MCI
1 stop3h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/14$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 8/158:05 amJLN - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/189:50 pmORD - JLN
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/15$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Wed 9/107:05 amMCI - ORD
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Tue 9/167:30 amORD - MCI
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/14$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Mon 8/49:50 amSLN - ORD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/94:45 pmORD - SLN
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/14$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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.
Sat 8/1612:39 pmICT - ORD
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/611:15 amORD - ICT
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/14$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Mon 8/259:50 amTUL - MDW
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 9/34:50 pmMDW - TUL
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/15$217

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas 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 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Kansas

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityChicago

MCI - MDW

MCIMDW

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

5:30 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/18

8:40 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$177

Kansas CityChicago

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

5:17 am-6:57 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

6:54 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$178

TulsaChicago

TUL - ORD

TULORD

Tulsa

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-9:04 am

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

9:40 am-11:41 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$187

Kansas CityChicago

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 8/15

6:05 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

3:45 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$188

Kansas CityChicago

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Fri 9/5

2:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$189

Kansas CityChicago

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Wed 9/10

6:35 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 16m

$197

JoplinChicago

JLN - ORD

JLNORD

Joplin

Fri 8/15

8:05 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

9:50 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$201

Kansas CityChicago

MCI - ORD

MCIORD

Kansas City

Wed 9/10

7:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

7:30 am-6:30 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$202

SalinaChicago

SLN - ORD

SLNORD

Salina

Mon 8/4

9:50 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/9

4:45 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$206

WichitaChicago

ICT - ORD

ICTORD

Wichita Eisenhower National

Sat 8/16

12:39 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

11:15 am-1:27 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas to Chicago

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas 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 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Kansas to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Kansas 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 16, 2025.

The most flights from USKS to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 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 July 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Kansas to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,863 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
705 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas to Chicago are American Airlines ($94), Frontier ($103), and Southwest ($104).

  • What are the most popular routes from Kansas to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Kansas to Chicago consider Kansas City - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Kansas City - Chicago Midway or Wichita Eisenhower National - Chicago O'Hare Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Kansas to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Kansas to Chicago on time: Envoy Air (86%), Copa Airlines (76%), ANA (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Kansas to Chicago is generally $1,454, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $173. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $177 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas 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 Kansas to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Kansas 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 3 airlines flying from Kansas to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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