Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Chicago (CHI) from $34

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 10/2. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PHL — CHI
Oct 8 — Oct 151

The best prices from Philadelphia to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

How to find the cheapest flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best PHL to CHI flight in 2023: compare Philadelphia to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$57
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 19% potential price drop
From Philadelphia to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Chicago (CHI)

PHL - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

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 36 days in advance, which can save you up to 10% on flights from Philadelphia to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 36 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 $255. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $272.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in May. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Philadelphia in February are about $258 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $107.

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 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Chicago

Find some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
  • 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 25% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $265.79 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $137. 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 7% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Chicago

Some of the best deals we've found on American Airlines flights traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
  • If you’re traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is American Airlines. Flights from American Airlines traveling this route typically cost $324.80 RT. This price is typically 43% more expensive than other airlines that offer Philadelphia to Chicago flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $157. The most popular departure airport in Philadelphia when flying to Chicago is Philadelphia Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting Chicago is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When flying from Philadelphia to Chicago, American Airlines flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Philadelphia to Chicago flights in October & November 2023

The best prices found for PHL to CHI flights for October, November
Check out some of the best flight deals from Philadelphia to Chicago in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Philadelphia to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Philadelphia found for this year
Check out some of the best flight deals from Philadelphia to Chicago in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Philadelphia

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One-way flights to Chicago from Philadelphia

The cheapest one-way flights from Philadelphia to Chicago
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PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Sat 10/21

Nonstop2h 22m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/25

Nonstop1h 59m

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Tue 11/28

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/2

Nonstop1h 55m

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Tue 10/17

Nonstop2h 14m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/21

Nonstop1h 58m

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Wed 11/29

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Fri 12/1

Nonstop1h 55m

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Tue 11/28

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/3

Nonstop1h 55m

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Wed 12/6

1 stop9h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/13

1 stop7h 41m

PhiladelphiaChicago Midway

PHL - MDW

PHLMDW

Philadelphia

Wed 11/29

1 stop9h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sat 12/2

Nonstop1h 55m

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Wed 11/29

Nonstop2h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/2

Nonstop1h 54m

PhiladelphiaChicago O'Hare Intl

PHL - ORD

PHLORD

Philadelphia

Wed 11/29

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/2

1 stop5h 52m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and United 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

Southwest
7.6
Good
1,521 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,891 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,486 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

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 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 $38, but on average you can expect to pay $59.

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 $64.

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: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

34 flight departures from Philadelphia to Chicago per day on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 15% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 59% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 12% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 15% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Chicago?

Departing from Philadelphia to Chicago will take you 2h 22m. 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 $38 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 85% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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 SWISS (95%), United Airlines (91%) and Copa Airlines (90%).

What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chicago?

The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Chicago is $99. On average you can expect to pay $815. 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).

Top 5 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$153Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Philadelphia to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Philadelphia to Chicago
14%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
40%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
46%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Philadelphia to Chicago
Sunday33daily flights
Monday46daily flights
Tuesday32daily flights
Wednesday33daily flights
Thursday39daily flights
Friday40daily flights
Saturday34daily flights

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