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$99+ Cheap flights from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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.
PHX — CHI
May 29 — Jun 51
Fri 5/29
Fri 6/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3011:19 am
PHX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 41m
Frontier
Sat 5/27:30 am
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop9h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/24$173
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2512:17 pm
PHX
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Sat 5/99:37 pm
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/24$177
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/139:15 am
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Tue 5/199:37 pm
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop14h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/16:00 am
PHX
-
MDW
1 stop6h 12m
Frontier
Sat 7/46:00 am
MDW
-
PHX
1 stop18h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:40 pm
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Sat 5/161:59 pm
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop10h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 4/24$180
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.
Wed 6/102:00 pm
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop13h 32m
Frontier
Sat 6/279:22 am
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$182
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/49:37 am
PHX
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 27m
Frontier
Mon 5/1112:04 pm
MDW
-
PHX
1 stop10h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$182
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/187:40 pm
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop8h 59m
Frontier
Thu 5/289:37 pm
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop14h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$184
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/129:15 am
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop11h 46m
Frontier
Fri 5/158:56 pm
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop28h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 4/25$186
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 4/306:24 pm
PHX
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 19m
Frontier
Fri 5/16:15 am
MDW
-
PHX
Nonstop3h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 5/1211:00 am
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Tue 5/194:05 pm
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop23h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$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 6/810:27 pm
PHX
-
ORD
1 stop29h 05m
Frontier
Sat 6/279:22 am
ORD
-
PHX
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$189

Find flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 April 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$99
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$277

Good round-trip deal

$326 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/30

11:55 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

7:30 am-9:20 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$255

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 7/8

5:43 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

5:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop6h 00m

$265

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 6/9

4:12 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

8:13 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$265

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 7/4

1:31 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

8:13 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$265

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/20

4:39 pm-12:58 am

1 stop6h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

8:18 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$267

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 6/24

6:53 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop16h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/30

6:20 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$275

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/8

4:12 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/10

9:42 pm-11:36 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$281

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 7/14

10:25 am-3:40 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

12:20 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$292

PhoenixChicago

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 7/14

4:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/19

5:15 am-6:50 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$296

PhoenixChicago

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 6/20

4:21 pm-12:44 am

1 stop6h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/22

8:13 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$296

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Compare providers for flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport-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 Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 month to book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago (average of $273). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $701). 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 PHX to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 April 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 April 29, 2026.

The most flights from PHX to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $138.

What’s the fastest layover option from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 22m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 41m.

How often are flights from Phoenix to Chicago delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Phoenix and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 6% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago trip
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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

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 April 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
9,680 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
11,678 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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
5.7
Fair
2,970 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Airlines like Southwest, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago in about 3h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 23m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1440 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 flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Frontier, at $64, was found to be the cheapest airline from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and Southwest. Frontier is priced at 75% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $41. JetBlue flights start at $80 while deals on United Airlines start at $96 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

    The most popular flight routes from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago are Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago Midway and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago on time: Cathay Pacific (92%), Aer Lingus (87%), Royal Jordanian (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $102. While the most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $151 on average, our data indicates $1,057 when flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago (average of $273). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $701). 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 6 airlines flying from Sky Harbor Intl to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 April 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$64Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$158Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$187Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$210Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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