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$42+ Cheap flights from North America 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHI
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from North America to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/318:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/95:53 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$85
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/64:38 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$96
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:10 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mFrontier
Thu 1/16:00 amORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/255:05 pmATL - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Wed 12/316:05 amORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$98
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3111:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/98:35 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$109
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/318:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/912:44 pmORD - LGA
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$109
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/2310:28 amATL - ORD
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Sat 1/104:46 pmORD - ATL
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/316:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/69:34 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$111
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/318:37 pmLGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/54:38 pmORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$112
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/316:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/95:15 amORD - EWR
1 stop8h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$113
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/306:55 amEWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/59:34 amORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$121
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:00 amJFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 57mFrontier
Mon 1/56:40 amORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$122

Find flight deals from North America to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North America to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$42
(Trip.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$67 or less

Good one-way deal

$29 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from North America 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North America to Chicago that are best for you.

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

8:00 am-9:03 pm

1 stop14h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

5:53 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$98

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/15

9:57 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

7:20 am-8:49 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$99

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/8

9:57 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

8:43 pm-10:24 am

1 stop12h 41m

$101

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/14

5:43 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

6:20 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$111

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/13

12:59 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

6:05 am-5:58 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$119

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/24

8:53 am-8:56 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

12:44 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$119

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/16

9:06 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

7:20 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$122

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/8

10:20 am-11:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

4:49 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$125

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 2/21

5:02 pm-2:26 pm

1 stop21h 24m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/28

8:00 am-12:18 am

1 stop16h 18m

$129

AtlantaChicago

ATL - ORD

ATLORD

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 2/7

10:10 am-11:31 am

Nonstop2h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

2:30 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

$132

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Best time to book a flight from North America to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from North America with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from North America to Chicago

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chicago (average of $44). Flying from North America to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 NA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from North America to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North America to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North America to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from North America to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from North America 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 18, 2025.

The most flights from 0NA to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (117 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (53 on average).

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 December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from North America 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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and JetBlue fly from North America to Chicago in about 3h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 14m. The distance from North America to Chicago is about 864 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $16. However, be on the lookout for offers from Contour and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from North America to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from North America to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or New York LaGuardia - Chicago O'Hare Intl when deciding on the best route from North America to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from North America to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North America to Chicago consider choosing China Southern (82%), Lufthansa (81%) or Iberia (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from North America to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $79. While the most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $69 on average, our data indicates $964 when flying from North America to Chicago.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North America to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chicago (average of $44). Flying from North America to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 10 airlines flying from North America to Chicago

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$55Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$58Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$75Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$91Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$101Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ContourCheapest$105Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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