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$69+ Cheap flights from Ohio 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLE — CHI
Jul 25 — Aug 11
Sat 7/25
Sat 8/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Ohio to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ohio to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 25, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/812:50 pm
CLE
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MDW
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Mon 8/108:05 am
MDW
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CLE
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$166
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/247:15 pm
CLE
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MDW
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 8/261:00 pm
MDW
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CLE
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Tue 7/214:30 pm
CVG
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MDW
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Sat 7/256:35 am
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Wed 8/1210:53 am
CVG
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ORD
1 stop6h 24m
Delta
Tue 10/137:05 am
ORD
-
CVG
1 stop5h 23m
Delta
Deal found 6/23$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/81:57 pm
PIT
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ORD
1 stop6h 02m
Delta
Mon 8/105:20 pm
ORD
-
PIT
1 stop5h 44m
Delta
Deal found 6/24$178
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/177:52 pm
PIT
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ORD
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Thu 8/209:25 pm
ORD
-
PIT
Nonstop1h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/22$181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/298:42 am
CVG
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ORD
Nonstop1h 28m
American Airlines
Sat 11/712:30 pm
ORD
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/21$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Tue 7/287:00 am
CVG
-
MDW
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Wed 7/295:30 pm
MDW
-
CVG
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$182
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/511:53 am
PIT
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ORD
1 stop8h 37m
JetBlue
Tue 8/1111:01 am
ORD
-
PIT
1 stop7h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/23$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 9/268:28 am
CLE
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MDW
1 stop5h 11m
Delta
Mon 9/289:29 am
MDW
-
CLE
1 stop3h 11m
Delta
Deal found 6/23$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 9/266:00 am
CLE
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ORD
1 stop2h 57m
Delta
Mon 9/287:30 pm
ORD
-
CLE
1 stop3h 24m
Delta
Deal found 6/23$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/82:50 pm
CVG
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MDW
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Mon 8/108:05 am
MDW
-
CVG
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$186

Find flight deals from Ohio to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ohio to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated June 25, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$166
(Southwest)

One-way from

$69
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

August

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ohio 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 June 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ohio to Chicago that are best for you.

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CincinnatiChicago

CVG - MDW

CVGMDW

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 7/15

5:35 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/15

5:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$177

ClevelandChicago

CLE - MDW

CLEMDW

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/24

7:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/26

8:45 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$181

ClevelandChicago

CLE - ORD

CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/24

10:24 am-1:08 pm

1 stop3h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/26

1:59 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$186

ClevelandChicago

CLE - ORD

CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/27

3:49 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/29

11:22 am-6:36 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$186

ClevelandChicago

CLE - ORD

CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 8/29

2:20 pm-4:17 pm

1 stop2h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/31

8:48 am-3:08 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$186

ClevelandChicago

CLE - MDW

CLEMDW

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/6

1:50 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/6

4:25 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$195

ClevelandChicago

CLE - MDW

CLEMDW

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 7/29

3:25 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/3

7:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$197

ClevelandChicago

CLE - MDW

CLEMDW

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 7/29

4:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/2

8:00 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$207

CincinnatiChicago

CVG - ORD

CVGORD

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 9/30

2:05 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/24

9:30 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$215

ClevelandChicago

CLE - ORD

CLEORD

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/24

8:18 am-1:08 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

5:20 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from Ohio to Chicago

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ohio to Chicago (average of $55). Flying from Ohio to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $618). 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 OH to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Ohio 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 June 25, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ohio to Chicago in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Ohio to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Ohio 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 June 25, 2026.

The most flights from USOH to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

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

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

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ohio 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 Ohio to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ohio to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ohio to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $215, Southwest can have you in Chicago from Ohio in 1h 37m. The distance from Ohio to Chicago is about 265 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 Ohio to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $63 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $77 and Frontier from $80 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Cleveland Hopkins Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Columbus - Chicago O'Hare Intl when deciding on the best route from Ohio to Chicago.

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

    Consider Envoy Air (87%), Copa Airlines (83%) or Japan Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Ohio to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ohio to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $103. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $194 on average, our data indicates $859 when flying from Ohio to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ohio to Chicago (average of $55). Flying from Ohio to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $618). 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 4 airlines flying from Ohio to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ohio 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 June 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$128Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$131Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$143Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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