Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Chicago (PHL - CHI)
The best prices from Philadelphia to Chicago are usually found in August or July, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday
How to find the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Chicago
All the information you need to plan the best PHL to CHI flight in 2022: compare Philadelphia to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
PHL - CHI | Price | $74 - $291 |
CHI | Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI | Precipitation | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
Popular in
February
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Cheapest in
August
Best time to find cheap flights, 65% potential price drop
Round-trip from
$74
From Philadelphia to Chicago (CHI)
One-way from
$54
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Chicago (CHI)
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Chicago?
It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Friday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 14 days in advance, which can save you up to 2% on flights from Philadelphia to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 14 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $204. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $213.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in February. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Philadelphia in August are about $211 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $48.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago (PHL - CHI)?
It’s optimal to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Chicago in January, February 2022
The best prices found for PHL to CHI flights for January, February
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Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Philadelphia to Chicago 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Philadelphia found for this year
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Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Philadelphia
Save time with Philadelphia to Chicago direct flight deals
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Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2h 11mAmerican Airlines
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2h 33mChicago O'Hare Intl
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1h 52mAmerican Airlines
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Last minute flights from Philadelphia to Chicago
Late deals on return flights to Chicago from Philadelphia, departing today and this week
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Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10h 12mChicago O'Hare Intl
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One-way flights to Chicago All airports from Philadelphia
The cheapest one-way flights from Philadelphia to Chicago
Philadelphia
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10h 12mSpirit Airlines
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10h 12mSpirit Airlines
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Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Philadelphia to Chicago flights.
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 33 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 9 airlines. Philadelphia is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Philadelphia’s city center.
Which airlines flying from Philadelphia to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Some of the carriers operating flights from Philadelphia to Chicago that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.
Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Philadelphia to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $86, but on average you can expect to pay $104.
Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Chicago is less than $223.
Are there last-minute flights available from Philadelphia to Chicago for under $100?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Philadelphia to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.
What days are nonstop flights available from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Chicago on average per day?
4 flight departures from Philadelphia to Chicago per day on average.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Departing from Philadelphia to Chicago will take you 28h 07m. There are 680 mi between Philadelphia and Chicago.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Philadelphia to Chicago is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $86 on this airline. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago for 59% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $41. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier 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 popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Before booking your flight from Philadelphia to Chicago check out the most popular airlines for this route: Major Airline, American Airlines or JetBlue.
What are the most reliable airlines from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Chicago are SkyWest Airlines (100%), SWISS (100%) and Japan Airlines (92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chicago?
The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Chicago is $37. On average you can expect to pay $262. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $86.
Other flights from Philadelphia
Can I fly to Chicago from Philadelphia right now?
Most visitors from Philadelphia need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Chicago.
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Philadelphia must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Chicago.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Philadelphia are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.
Can I fly back to Philadelphia from Chicago?
COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 24 hours before departing to Philadelphia.
Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Philadelphia.
Alternative routes for Philadelphia to Chicago
See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Top 8 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Philadelphia to Chicago
| 32%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
|---|---|
| 25%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 40%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 3%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Philadelphia to Chicago
| Sunday | 37daily flights |
|---|---|
| Monday | 37daily flights |
| Tuesday | 28daily flights |
| Wednesday | 33daily flights |
| Thursday | 32daily flights |
| Friday | 36daily flights |
| Saturday | 28daily flights |