Chicago

$56+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — CHI
ene. 11 — ene. 181
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Pittsburgh to Chicago are usually found in August or September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/256:20 amPIT - MDW
1 stop3h 29mDelta
mar. 1/66:14 pmMDW - PIT
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/11$206
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/256:20 amPIT - ORD
1 stop3h 41mDelta
mar. 1/69:35 amORD - PIT
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/11$206
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
lun. 12/223:09 pmPIT - ORD
1 stop5h 57mFrontier
vie. 12/265:15 amORD - PIT
1 stop7h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/311:55 pmPIT - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
mié. 12/316:05 pmMDW - PIT
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/2410:55 amPIT - ORD
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
mié. 12/317:24 amORD - PIT
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/247:20 amPIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 01mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/316:07 amORD - PIT
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/246:20 amPIT - MDW
1 stop3h 29mDelta
mié. 12/316:08 pmMDW - PIT
1 stop3h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/10$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/246:30 pmPIT - ORD
1 stop6h 32mDelta
mié. 12/316:02 pmORD - PIT
1 stop3h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/10$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/256:40 amPIT - MDW
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
mié. 12/3110:15 amMDW - PIT
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/3110:53 amPIT - ORD
2 stops22h 38mSpirit Airlines
dom. 1/118:43 pmORD - PIT
1 stop11h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/11$266
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/2310:53 amPIT - ORD
1 stop8h 46mMultiple Airlines
vie. 12/265:15 amORD - PIT
1 stop7h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$272
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
sáb. 12/135:05 pmPIT - ORD
1 stop8h 04mSpirit Airlines
vie. 1/98:43 pmORD - PIT
1 stop11h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$274

Find flight deals from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(Flightnetwork)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$355

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$177 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Pittsburgh-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Pittsburgh-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Pittsburgh to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago (CHI).

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Pittsburgh

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PittsburghChicago

PIT - MDW

PITMDW

Pittsburgh

jue. 1/22

6:25 am-2:15 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Chicago Midway

lun. 1/26

2:20 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$201

PittsburghChicago

PIT - ORD

PITORD

Pittsburgh

dom. 1/18

5:46 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 1/19

2:07 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$203

PittsburghChicago

PIT - MDW

PITMDW

Pittsburgh

jue. 1/15

1:25 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

dom. 1/18

1:25 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$203

PittsburghChicago

PIT - ORD

PITORD

Pittsburgh

jue. 1/15

10:49 am-11:41 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/18

6:04 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$203

PittsburghChicago

PIT - ORD

PITORD

Pittsburgh

sáb. 1/17

5:46 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/21

6:04 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$204

PittsburghChicago

PIT - ORD

PITORD

Pittsburgh

sáb. 1/31

5:46 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/4

6:04 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$204

PittsburghChicago

PIT - MDW

PITMDW

Pittsburgh

jue. 12/25

6:20 am-8:49 am

1 stop3h 29m

Chicago Midway

mar. 1/6

6:14 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$206

PittsburghChicago

PIT - ORD

PITORD

Pittsburgh

jue. 1/15

5:50 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/18

7:45 am-2:41 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$216

PittsburghChicago

PIT - ORD

PITORD

Pittsburgh

jue. 1/15

6:05 am-1:26 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/18

5:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

$223

PittsburghChicago

PIT - MDW

PITMDW

Pittsburgh

lun. 1/19

7:05 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Chicago Midway

mié. 1/21

9:55 am-3:40 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$224

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/11

Showing 1-10 of 56 results
1
2
3
...
6

Compare providers for flights from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Pittsburgh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago (average of $76). Flying from Pittsburgh to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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 PIT to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pittsburgh to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from PIT to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

How often are flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Pittsburgh and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Pittsburgh to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Pittsburgh to Chicago flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Pittsburgh to Chicago trip
Airports
PIT

Arrive early at PIT due to ongoing construction and potential security delays, especially for morning flights.

ORD

Use the 'L' train for a reliable and traffic-free trip from ORD to downtown Chicago.

MDW

Take the Orange Line from MDW to reach downtown Chicago in under 30 minutes.

Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Read more
John Walton

John Walton

Expert on PIT

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Read more

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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pittsburgh to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Pittsburgh, you will be flying from Pittsburgh, which is the city’s only airport. Pittsburgh (PIT) is located 13.5 mi from the center of Pittsburgh. There are 43 flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    Departing from Pittsburgh to Chicago will take you 1h 51m. The distance between Pittsburgh and Chicago is about 411 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($92), Southwest ($97), and United Airlines ($106) offers the cheapest pricing from Pittsburgh to Chicago. American Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Pittsburgh to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $38. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Pittsburgh to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago consider choosing SWISS (88%), Copa Airlines (87%) or Republic Airways (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Pittsburgh to Chicago is $107. On average you can expect to pay $951. The most popular route, (Pittsburgh - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $112.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Chicago?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Chicago (average of $76). Flying from Pittsburgh to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $153). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Chicago?

Book flights to Chicago if you plan to visit one of these locations
Lansing
Merrillville
Hammond
Porter
Benton Harbor

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Pittsburgh to Chicago

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 3 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$92Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$106Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.