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$71+ Cheap flights from Norfolk (ORF) 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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORF — CHI
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Norfolk to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Norfolk to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Norfolk to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/237:55 am
ORF
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Sat 5/3012:05 pm
MDW
-
ORF
1 stop10h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2512:21 pm
ORF
-
ORD
1 stop6h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/297:52 pm
ORD
-
ORF
2 stops38h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:25 pm
ORF
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Wed 5/276:05 pm
MDW
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/23$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sat 5/169:06 am
ORF
-
ORD
1 stop14h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/201:59 pm
ORD
-
ORF
1 stop20h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sun 5/176:34 pm
ORF
-
ORD
2 stops18h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/191:59 pm
ORD
-
ORF
1 stop20h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$300
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1212:06 pm
ORF
-
ORD
1 stop8h 45m
Frontier
Sat 5/165:30 pm
ORD
-
ORF
1 stop25h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 6/1212:21 pm
ORF
-
ORD
1 stop20h 42m
Frontier
Mon 6/151:50 pm
ORD
-
ORF
1 stop20h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$303
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/412:06 pm
ORF
-
ORD
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/98:30 pm
ORD
-
ORF
1 stop12h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$304
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/111:27 am
ORF
-
MDW
1 stop11h 59m
Frontier
Mon 5/48:41 am
MDW
-
ORF
1 stop7h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Sat 5/169:06 am
ORF
-
ORD
2 stops11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/191:59 pm
ORD
-
ORF
1 stop20h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/177:00 pm
ORF
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Sat 6/206:30 pm
MDW
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/26$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:19 pm
ORF
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 38m
American Airlines
Sat 5/306:40 pm
ORD
-
ORF
Nonstop2h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25$306

Find flight deals from Norfolk to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Norfolk (ORF) 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 April 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$378 or less

Good one-way deal

$225 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Norfolk-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Norfolk to Chicago (CHI).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Norfolk 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 April 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Norfolk to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-7:28 am

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/1

6:15 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$306

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Tue 5/12

6:15 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

4:25 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$356
Quickest round-trip

NorfolkChicago

ORF - MDW

ORFMDW

Norfolk

Mon 6/8

7:15 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/12

7:00 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$359

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Fri 6/26

5:01 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/30

5:22 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$360

NorfolkChicago

ORF - MDW

ORFMDW

Norfolk

Thu 9/10

6:45 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/13

8:50 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$363

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Thu 6/18

6:00 am-7:28 am

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/22

9:19 pm-12:41 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$363

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Sat 9/5

6:30 am-7:56 am

Nonstop2h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/7

2:00 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$363

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Wed 7/15

6:00 am-7:28 am

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

9:35 pm-12:57 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$363

NorfolkChicago

ORF - MDW

ORFMDW

Norfolk

Mon 6/1

2:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/5

12:45 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$369

NorfolkChicago

ORF - ORD

ORFORD

Norfolk

Sat 5/23

10:40 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/31

9:29 pm-12:51 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$369

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

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Norfolk to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to Chicago (average of $70). Flying from Norfolk to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 ORF to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Norfolk 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 April 28, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Norfolk to Chicago in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Norfolk to Chicago. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Norfolk to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Norfolk 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 April 28, 2026.

The most flights from ORF to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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

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 April 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Norfolk to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,674 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,632 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,970 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Norfolk to Chicago, you will be flying from Norfolk. Norfolk (ORF) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city. Norfolk is the only Norfolk airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 5 airlines have flights to Chicago from Norfolk on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Norfolk to Chicago?

    Departing from Norfolk to Chicago will take you 2h 05m. The distance between Norfolk and Chicago is about 702 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $72. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $92 and $217, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 79% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Norfolk to Chicago for a low price.

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

    Most travelers choose Norfolk - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Norfolk - Chicago Midway or Norfolk - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Norfolk to Chicago.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (91%), ANA (84%) or United Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Norfolk to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Norfolk to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,022 for a flight from Norfolk to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $180 while the most popular route, (Norfolk - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $182.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Norfolk to Chicago (average of $70). Flying from Norfolk to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 5 airlines flying from Norfolk to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Norfolk 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$72Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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