Cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago (CHI) from $29

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PHX — CHI
Sep 26 — Oct 31

How to find the cheapest flight from Phoenix to Chicago (CHI)

All the information you need to plan the best PH1 to CHI flight in 2023: compare Phoenix to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$46
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 42% potential price drop
From Phoenix to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Phoenix to Chicago (CHI)

PHX - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

How far in advance should I book a flight from Phoenix to Chicago?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 47 days in advance to save up to 15% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 47 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Phoenix to Chicago 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $321, or $365 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Chicago from Phoenix average $303. You can even find prices in January for less than $303, as users have found deals to Chicago from as low as $108. The month of June appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chicago from Phoenix. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 50%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Chicago (PHX - CHI)?

When flying from Phoenix to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Frontier flights from Phoenix to Chicago

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Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Phoenix to Chicago

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Cheap Phoenix to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for Phoenix to CHI flights for September, October
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Phoenix to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Phoenix found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Phoenix

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One-way flights to Chicago from Phoenix

The cheapest one-way flights from Phoenix to Chicago
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/21

Nonstop3h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/24

Nonstop4h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago Midway

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 23m

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/31

Nonstop3h 51m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/25

Nonstop3h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/1

Nonstop3h 59m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago Midway

PHX - MDW

PHXMDW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/25

Nonstop3h 24m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/1

Nonstop3h 56m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/1

Nonstop3h 59m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/21

Nonstop3h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/6

Nonstop3h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/30

Nonstop3h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/17

1 stop11h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/21

Nonstop3h 54m

Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

PHX - ORD

PHXORD

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 11/8

1 stop11h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/29

Nonstop4h 04m

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Deals found on 9/21

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Phoenix to Chicago to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

Sun Country Air
7.4
Good
94 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Entire process from checking bags to flight to landing to luggage retrieval was very smooth.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Phoenix to Chicago flights.

Can I find flights from Phoenix to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Phoenix to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $40, but on average you can expect to pay $56.

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

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Phoenix to Chicago is less than $56.

Are there last-minute flights available from Phoenix to Chicago for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Phoenix to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Phoenix to Chicago?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.

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

23 flight departures from Phoenix to Chicago per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 57% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 43% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Phoenix to Chicago?

For as low as $40, Frontier can have you in Chicago from Phoenix in 3h 30m. The distance between Phoenix and Chicago is about 1445 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Phoenix to Chicago round-trip?

Currently priced at $40, Frontier will fly you from Phoenix to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Frontier is currently priced 86% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the most popular routes from Phoenix to Chicago?

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Phoenix to Chicago?

What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix to Chicago?

Consider Aer Lingus (91%), Japan Airlines (90%) or SWISS (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Phoenix to Chicago.

What are the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Chicago?

The cheapest flight price from Phoenix to Chicago is $61. On average you can expect to pay $839. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $62.

What does PHX to ORD mean?

PHX stands for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Other flights to Chicago

Top 6 airlines flying from Phoenix to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Phoenix to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$52Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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United AirlinesCheapest$152Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$218Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Phoenix to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Phoenix to Chicago
9%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
56%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
27%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
8%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
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Noon
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Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Phoenix to Chicago
Sunday54daily flights
Monday55daily flights
Tuesday47daily flights
Wednesday49daily flights
Thursday51daily flights
Friday53daily flights
Saturday58daily flights
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