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$72+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — CHI
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Mon 1/26
Mon 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 27, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/313:58 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/314:16 pmMSP - ORD
1 stop4h 20mDelta
Thu 1/16:35 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/25$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:09 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 45mFrontier
Fri 1/212:26 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 12/26$235
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:54 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSun Country Air
Fri 1/211:51 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/25$238
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:09 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:14 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$243
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Wed 12/318:54 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSun Country Air
Wed 12/3111:45 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/24$247
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:54 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:38 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$251
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/304:06 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mSun Country Air
Thu 1/16:14 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/25$258
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:06 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mSun Country Air
Fri 1/211:51 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/25$277
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:00 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 38mSun Country Air
Wed 12/3111:45 amORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/25$278
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:54 amMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSun Country Air
Thu 1/16:14 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/26$281
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:54 pmFAR - ORD
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Mon 1/57:00 amORD - FAR
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/24$283

Find flight deals from Minnesota to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated December 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$92
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$72
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$168

Good round-trip deal

$279 or less

Good one-way deal

$132 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 December 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Chicago that are best for you.

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MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

8:18 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$143

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 2/14

7:45 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

8:50 am-10:28 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$143

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 1/17

5:16 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

8:18 pm-9:57 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$143

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 2/18

12:19 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

9:40 am-11:49 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$189

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 2/13

7:52 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

3:58 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$189

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 1/20

3:11 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

8:45 am-10:47 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$189

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/9

9:55 am-11:36 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

7:15 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$191

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/18

4:50 pm-6:32 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

7:16 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$192

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/11

11:19 am-1:06 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/14

11:45 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$192

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/20

11:22 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

9:50 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$192

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Minnesota with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to Chicago

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Chicago (average of $54). Flying from Minnesota to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 MN to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 December 27, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota 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 39% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minnesota to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minnesota to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 December 27, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (98 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Minnesota to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Minnesota to Chicago can take about 1h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $143. There are 333 mi between Minnesota and Chicago. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    $27 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Southwest, with prices starting from $46 and $48, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Minnesota to Chicago is Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago Midway or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Minnesota to Chicago are Copa Airlines (84%), Sun Country Air (83%) and ANA (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Minnesota to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $906 for a flight from Minnesota to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $59 while the most popular route, (Minneapolis St Paul - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $111.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Chicago (average of $54). Flying from Minnesota to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 6 airlines flying from Minnesota to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 December 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$68Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$69Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$104Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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