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$119+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — CHI
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from McAllen Miller Intl to Chicago are usually found in March or September, 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$443
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 July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 9/136:23 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/203:08 pmORD - MFE
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 10/712:31 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Wed 10/156:00 amMDW - MFE
2 stops10h 34mDelta
Deal found 7/28$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/97:25 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/224:50 pmORD - MFE
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:25 amMFE - ORD
2 stops9h 08mDelta
Sat 9/207:20 amORD - MFE
2 stops9h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/30$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Mon 10/61:48 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop15h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/145:46 pmORD - MFE
2 stops25h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$391

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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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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 9/13

6:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

3:08 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$217

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 10/7

12:31 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops9h 43m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-4:34 pm

2 stops10h 34m

$247

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 9/9

7:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/22

4:50 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$274

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 9/13

5:25 am-2:33 pm

2 stops9h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

7:20 am-5:12 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$278

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 10/6

1:48 pm-4:49 am

1 stop15h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

5:46 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$391

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 8/26

5:33 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 26m

$119

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 8/26

12:31 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops7h 52m

$124

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 8/26

12:31 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops9h 13m

$155

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 10/16

9:27 pm-11:36 am

1 stop14h 09m

$180

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 8/18

5:15 pm-9:38 am

2 stops16h 23m

$288

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Deals found on 7/28

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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 July 25, 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 July 30, 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.

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 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from McAllen to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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 $217. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $247, and United Airlines, from $327. You may be able to fly from McAllen to Chicago for 39% 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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