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$91+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — CHI
Jun 2 — Jun 91
Tue 6/2
Tue 6/9
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/308:30 am
PHL
-
ORD
1 stop12h 23m
Frontier
Mon 7/68:05 pm
ORD
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$184
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Fri 5/296:30 am
PHL
-
MDW
1 stop5h 39m
Frontier
Sat 5/306:00 am
MDW
-
PHL
1 stop5h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 5/105:13 pm
PHL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 38m
Frontier
Mon 6/157:52 pm
ORD
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/31:30 pm
PHL
-
MDW
1 stop9h 32m
Frontier
Wed 6/1012:04 pm
MDW
-
PHL
1 stop9h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$185
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/115:06 pm
PHL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 38m
Frontier
Sat 5/161:59 pm
ORD
-
PHL
1 stop7h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/144:35 pm
PHL
-
MDW
1 stop6h 27m
Frontier
Sun 5/246:00 am
MDW
-
PHL
1 stop5h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/195:06 pm
PHL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 41m
Frontier
Sat 6/207:52 pm
ORD
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$187
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/274:35 pm
PHL
-
MDW
1 stop6h 27m
Frontier
Thu 5/286:00 am
MDW
-
PHL
1 stop5h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/258:00 am
PHL
-
ORD
2 stops36h 41m
Frontier
Thu 5/287:52 pm
ORD
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$188
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/145:13 pm
PHL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 38m
Frontier
Fri 6/127:52 pm
ORD
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$189
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/85:06 pm
PHL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 38m
Frontier
Mon 5/117:52 pm
ORD
-
PHL
Nonstop2h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$190
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/76:30 am
PHL
-
MDW
1 stop5h 37m
Frontier
Tue 7/216:00 am
MDW
-
PHL
1 stop5h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$190

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 May 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(Frontier)

One-way from

$91
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$295 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 May 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Tue 7/14

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop2h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/18

6:35 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$247

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Sat 7/11

6:00 am-7:27 am

Nonstop2h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

6:35 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 04m

$247

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Tue 6/16

7:20 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/17

9:10 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$257

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Tue 7/28

5:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

7:45 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$257

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Tue 10/20

10:10 am-11:31 am

Nonstop2h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/24

6:04 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$257

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Fri 7/3

5:40 am-11:31 am

1 stop6h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

11:20 am-5:12 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$267

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Wed 7/15

12:36 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/18

6:22 pm-12:57 am

1 stop5h 35m

$267

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Fri 7/3

6:30 pm-1:00 am

1 stop7h 30m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/7

5:05 am-12:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$267

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Wed 7/22

6:20 am-2:30 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

8:20 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$278

PhiladelphiaChicago

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Sat 7/11

6:05 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

5:10 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$289

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Philadelphia-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Chicago

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 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 Philadelphia to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago (average of $40). Flying from Philadelphia to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $925). 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 PHL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 May 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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 Philadelphia to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 May 3, 2026.

The most flights from PHL to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

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

How often are flights from Philadelphia to Chicago delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Philadelphia and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Philadelphia to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Philadelphia to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Philadelphia to Chicago flights

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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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 May 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Philadelphia to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,310 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,310 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,310 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,682 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,310 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,672 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,310 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
5.6
Fair
2,968 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,310 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Philadelphia (PHL) if they book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago. On average, Philadelphia has 37 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 5 airlines. Philadelphia is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Philadelphia’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?

    Departing from Philadelphia to Chicago will take you 2h 29m. There are 676 mi between Philadelphia and Chicago. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Chicago is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $77 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $83 and $156 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago for 70% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Philadelphia to Chicago for a low price.

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Chicago are Air Canada (86%), Japan Airlines (81%) and ANA (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Chicago is $85. On average you can expect to pay $644. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $157.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago (average of $40). Flying from Philadelphia to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $925). 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 Philadelphia to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 May 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$77Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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