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$79+ Cheap flights from Memphis (MEM) 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — CHI
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Memphis to Chicago are usually found in October or January, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Memphis to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/135:15 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Sat 8/152:25 pm
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/112:12 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 05m
Delta
Thu 9/106:40 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop5h 52m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 9/512:40 pm
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Sun 9/67:35 am
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sun 9/66:30 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 12m
Delta
Wed 9/96:40 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/1510:33 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 51m
Delta
Thu 10/2211:19 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Deal found 7/22$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/132:55 pm
MEM
-
MDW
2 stops7h 00m
Southwest
Mon 8/177:25 am
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Tue 8/119:55 am
MEM
-
MDW
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Sat 8/156:50 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 9/37:15 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 06m
United Airlines
Tue 9/89:29 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/85:20 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Sat 10/107:30 pm
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/182:45 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Wed 12/29:09 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$210
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/278:15 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop7h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 9/14:18 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$211
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/1311:46 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 05m
Delta
Mon 8/1711:22 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop5h 48m
Delta
Deal found 7/22$218

Find flight deals from Memphis to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Memphis (MEM) 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 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$365

Good round-trip deal

$370 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Memphis 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 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Thu 8/27

11:20 am-6:15 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/31

10:05 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$167

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 10/15

10:34 am-4:57 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/22

2:00 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$177

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Tue 9/1

6:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

7:05 am-11:13 am

1 stop4h 08m

$177

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Tue 8/18

4:42 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/8

6:40 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 07m

$187

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Tue 9/29

1:37 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/1

11:30 am-5:04 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$187

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Mon 8/17

7:26 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

1:59 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$187

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 8/13

10:22 am-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

11:22 am-5:10 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$218
Quickest round-trip

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 10/15

7:15 am-9:21 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/22

9:10 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$227

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 8/13

7:15 am-9:21 am

Nonstop2h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

9:20 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$228

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Sat 8/15

2:37 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/25

12:42 pm-2:46 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$245

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Compare providers for flights from Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Memphis-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Memphis-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Memphis-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Memphis-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 Memphis-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 Memphis to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Memphis with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Chicago (average of $275). Flying from Memphis to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 MEM to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 23, 2026.

When flying from Memphis to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 46% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Memphis to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Memphis 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 23, 2026.

The most flights from MEM to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Memphis to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Memphis to Chicago flights typically cost between $286 and $398 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $167 on Southwest (Aug 13-Aug 15).

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Memphis to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Memphis to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Memphis to Chicago. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Memphis to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Memphis to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Delta
7.8
Good
8,479 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,024 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,832 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,770 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Memphis, you will be flying from Memphis, which is the city’s only airport. Memphis (MEM) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Memphis. There are 37 flights from Memphis to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Memphis to Chicago?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Memphis to Chicago in just under 6h 23m. Your travel time can differ by up to 32m. There are 492 mi between Memphis and Chicago. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Memphis to Chicago round-trip from $167. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $167, and Southwest, from $191. Users have found that United Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $88 and $111, respectively.

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

    Consider Japan Airlines (89%), Royal Jordanian (84%) or Qatar Airways (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Memphis to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Memphis to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,599 for a flight from Memphis to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $175 while the most popular route, (Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $157.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Chicago (average of $275). Flying from Memphis to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 Memphis to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$167Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$191Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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