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$123+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) 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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — CHI
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from McAllen Miller Intl to Chicago are usually found in September or March, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from McAllen (MFE) 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

$242
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$123
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$383
From McAllen Miller Intl to Chicago (CHI)
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Cheapest flights from McAllen to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen 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.
Wed 9/173:40 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/2311:54 amORD - MFE
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$217
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.
Wed 9/1712:45 pmMFE - ORD
2 stops9h 01mDelta
Tue 9/236:00 amORD - MFE
2 stops10h 56mDelta
Deal found 6/11$227
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/227:25 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/266:00 amORD - MFE
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$243
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/82:30 pmMFE - ORD
2 stops23h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/157:08 amORD - MFE
1 stop29h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$273
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.
Wed 9/1712:45 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops8h 59mDelta
Mon 9/221:05 pmMDW - MFE
2 stops10h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/11$328

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

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Price

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 9/17

3:40 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

11:54 am-5:26 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$217

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 9/17

12:45 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops9h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-4:56 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$227

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 8/22

7:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 24m

$243

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 7/8

2:30 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops23h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

7:08 am-12:49 pm

1 stop29h 41m

$273

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 8/22

12:31 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-4:37 pm

2 stops10h 37m

$278

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 7/9

6:52 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop19h 21m

$123

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 6/25

7:25 pm-12:13 am

1 stop4h 48m

$230

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 7/10

12:31 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$255

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from McAllen to Chicago

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How far ahead should I book a flight from McAllen to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from McAllen to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from McAllen to Chicago is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from McAllen 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.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from McAllen to Chicago by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from McAllen to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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 McAllen 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 McAllen to Chicago?

    For a flight from McAllen to Chicago, you will be flying from Miller Intl. McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) is just 2.0 mi from the center of the city. Miller Intl is the only McAllen airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 2 airlines have flights to Chicago from McAllen Miller Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from McAllen to Chicago round-trip from $242. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $243, and Delta, from $253. You may be able to fly from McAllen to Chicago for 32% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from McAllen to Chicago?

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from McAllen 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$131Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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