Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Chicago (CHI) from $33

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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
PHL — CHI
mar. 23 — mar. 301

The best prices from Philadelphia to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 marzo 19, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$60
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
From Philadelphia to Chicago (CHI)
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 43 days in advance, which can save you up to 22% on flights from Philadelphia to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 43 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 $190. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $281.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Philadelphia in September are about $219 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $60.

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 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap Frontier flights from Philadelphia to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Philadelphia and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Frontier flights traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
mar. 5/219:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mié. 5/225:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$58
mar. 5/219:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mar. 5/285:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68
sáb. 4/139:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
lun. 4/156:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$69
sáb. 5/119:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
lun. 5/207:19 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$70
mié. 5/110:13 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 5/45:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$73
lun. 4/83:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mié. 4/176:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$74
mié. 5/229:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mar. 5/285:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$76
lun. 4/2210:06 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
mié. 4/246:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$77
sáb. 6/2210:41 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mar. 6/255:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$78
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $278.88 RT. This price is typically 21% cheaper than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $138. Philadelphia Airport is the most common Philadelphia airport to take off from when flying to Chicago. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Chicago. When flying from Philadelphia to Chicago, Frontier flights are 6% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Philadelphia and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
mié. 4/1710:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/2310:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$66
mié. 4/1010:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/1610:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$70
mar. 4/167:20 amPHL - ORD
1 stop14h 25mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/2310:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$81
mié. 4/1010:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/177:50 pmORD - PHL
1 stop27h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$95
mar. 4/165:10 amPHL - ORD
2 stops16h 35mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/2310:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$96
mié. 4/1010:29 amPHL - ORD
2 stops14h 40mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/1610:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
mar. 4/168:36 pmPHL - ORD
1 stop14h 02mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/179:25 pmORD - PHL
1 stop10h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$100
mié. 5/1510:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 06mSpirit Airlines
mar. 5/219:25 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$104
lun. 4/111:28 pmPHL - ORD
2 stops22h 42mSpirit Airlines
lun. 4/810:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop15h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$150
  • If you’re traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Philadelphia to Chicago flights are typically 20% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $326.30 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $158. When traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Philadelphia Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Philadelphia to Chicago, Spirit Airlines flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Philadelphia to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Philadelphia to Chicago specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on marzo 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Philadelphia to Chicago in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
mar. 4/2310:59 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
mar. 4/3012:53 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
mar. 4/93:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
sáb. 4/135:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$60
mié. 4/1710:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/2310:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$66
sáb. 4/209:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 4/275:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$67
mar. 4/93:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
vie. 4/196:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68
sáb. 4/139:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
lun. 4/156:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$69
jue. 4/1110:56 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 4/135:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$70
vie. 4/1210:06 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 4/135:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$72
lun. 4/83:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mié. 4/176:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$74

Philadelphia to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Philadelphia and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Philadelphia to Chicago in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
mar. 5/216:00 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
mar. 5/2110:26 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$53
mar. 5/219:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mié. 5/225:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$58
mar. 4/2310:59 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
mar. 4/3012:53 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
mar. 4/93:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
sáb. 4/135:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$60
mié. 4/1710:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/2310:00 pmORD - PHL
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$66
sáb. 5/119:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 5/182:57 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$66
sáb. 4/209:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 4/275:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$67
mar. 5/219:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mar. 5/285:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68
mar. 4/93:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
vie. 4/196:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Philadelphia

Discover non-stop flight options from Philadelphia to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Philadelphia to Chicago, check out these fares. Users can also choose from other Philadelphia to Chicago flights by using the search form above.
mar. 5/216:00 amPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
mar. 5/2110:26 amMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$53
mar. 5/219:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mié. 5/225:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$58
mar. 4/2310:59 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
mar. 4/3012:53 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
mar. 4/93:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
sáb. 4/135:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$60
sáb. 5/119:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 5/182:57 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$66
sáb. 4/209:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
sáb. 4/275:28 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$67
mar. 5/219:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
mar. 5/285:01 amORD - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68
mar. 4/93:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
vie. 4/196:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$68
sáb. 4/139:24 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
lun. 4/156:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$69

Philadelphia to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Philadelphia to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Philadelphia to Chicago. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
mar. 3/263:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mié. 3/273:16 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$79
mar. 3/263:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
vie. 4/126:08 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop2h 03mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$83
mar. 3/263:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mié. 3/273:16 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$89
mar. 3/263:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mar. 4/23:22 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$93
mié. 3/273:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mar. 4/23:22 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$94
lun. 3/253:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mié. 3/273:16 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$104
mar. 3/263:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
jue. 3/283:22 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$113
lun. 3/253:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mié. 3/273:16 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$116
lun. 3/253:35 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
mar. 4/23:22 pmMDW - PHL
Nonstop1h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$120

One-way flights to Chicago from Philadelphia

Search for one-way flight options from Philadelphia to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Philadelphia to Chicago, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Users needing a return flight from Philadelphia to Chicago should utilize the search form above.
mié. 4/1710:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$33
mié. 4/1010:06 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$34
mié. 5/229:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$37
mié. 4/1010:29 amPHL - ORD
1 stop11h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$38
sáb. 6/2210:41 pmPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$39
mié. 6/195:49 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$39
mar. 6/119:09 amPHL - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$40
jue. 4/1110:56 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$40
vie. 4/1210:06 pmPHL - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$42

Find flights from Philadelphia to Chicago within your budget

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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$58 - $139

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mar. 5/21

Nonstop2h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/22

Nonstop2h 03m

$58

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mié. 4/17

1 stop11h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/23

1 stop9h 03m

$66

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mar. 5/21

Nonstop2h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/28

Nonstop2h 03m

$68

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

mié. 4/10

Nonstop2h 17m

Chicago Midway

lun. 4/15

Nonstop2h 03m

$68

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

sáb. 4/13

Nonstop2h 17m

Chicago Midway

lun. 4/15

Nonstop2h 03m

$69

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mié. 4/10

1 stop11h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/16

1 stop9h 03m

$70

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mié. 5/15

1 stop11h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 5/22

Nonstop2h 03m

$86

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mié. 7/3

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 7/6

Nonstop2h 08m

$131

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

mié. 4/10

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/16

Nonstop2h 06m

$139

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/18

When is the best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
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 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time 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 March 17, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Philadelphia to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Chicago is currently $38 while a round-trip flight costs $84. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Philadelphia to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$288

May

$292

June

$361

July

$338

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$271

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

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 marzo 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American 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
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
704 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Related info for your journey

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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 36 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 5 airlines. Philadelphia is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Philadelphia’s city center.

  • 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 Frontier for just $58, but on average you can expect to pay $74.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Philadelphia to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Chicago is less than $70.

  • 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Chicago on average per day?

    12 flight departures from Philadelphia to Chicago per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 8% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 67% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 25% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?

    Departing from Philadelphia to Chicago will take you 2h 24m. There are 680 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 $58 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Spirit Airlines, starting at $66. You may be able to fly from Philadelphia to Chicago for 73% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $33. 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?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly 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 Sun Country Air (100%), Emirates (100%) and SWISS (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Chicago is $79. On average you can expect to pay $878. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $66.

  • What does PHL to ORD mean?

    Great question - PHL to ORD just means Philadelphia Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated marzo 19, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$47Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$154Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Chicago

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25%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
35%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
39%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
1%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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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 marzo 19, 2024.
Sunday33daily flights
Monday46daily flights
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