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$97+ Cheap flights from Reno (RNO) 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — CHI
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Reno to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/318:52 amRNO - ORD
2 stops13h 20mFrontier
Sun 1/410:49 pmORD - RNO
1 stop15h 47mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/291:50 pmRNO - ORD
1 stop5h 46mDelta
Mon 1/56:40 pmORD - RNO
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/16$324
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:48 amRNO - ORD
1 stop18h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/58:39 amORD - RNO
1 stop16h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/3111:05 amRNO - ORD
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:00 amORD - RNO
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$359
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/291:30 pmRNO - ORD
1 stop22h 47mFrontier
Thu 1/19:33 pmORD - RNO
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/291:11 pmRNO - ORD
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Mon 1/126:40 pmORD - RNO
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/16$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/291:11 pmRNO - MDW
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Mon 1/1211:21 amMDW - RNO
2 stops12h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/16$389
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/268:52 amRNO - ORD
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:49 pmORD - RNO
1 stop16h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$391
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/2511:59 pmRNO - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/58:00 pmORD - RNO
Nonstop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/2911:59 pmRNO - ORD
Nonstop3h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/57:10 amORD - RNO
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/299:50 amRNO - MDW
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 1/58:25 amMDW - RNO
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$409
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/291:30 pmRNO - ORD
1 stop22h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/51:32 pmORD - RNO
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$415

Find flight deals from Reno to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(Expedia)

One-way from

$97
(Expedia)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$378

Good round-trip deal

$420 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to Chicago that are best for you.

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Price

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Tue 1/6

2:37 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops27h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

10:37 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$268

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Mon 3/2

7:18 pm-5:01 am

1 stop7h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

1:00 pm-3:34 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

$279

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Fri 1/9

10:45 am-8:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

4:10 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$289

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Sun 2/1

9:28 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops14h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

3:22 pm-10:40 am

2 stops21h 18m

$292

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Thu 2/26

7:35 pm-9:41 am

2 stops12h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

2:03 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$299

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Tue 1/6

9:45 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

12:45 pm-3:06 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$304

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Fri 1/16

2:13 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

9:00 am-10:49 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$326

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Sun 3/1

8:50 pm-5:05 am

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/4

1:20 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$329

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Tue 1/6

12:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

3:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$359

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Mon 12/29

1:11 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

11:21 am-10:17 pm

2 stops12h 56m

$389

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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 Reno to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Reno-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Reno-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Reno-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Reno-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Reno-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 Reno to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Reno with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reno to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Reno to Chicago is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to Chicago (average of $184). Flying from Reno to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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 RNO to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Reno 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Reno to Chicago in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 41% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Reno to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reno 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 Reno to Chicago?

    Most people fly from Reno (RNO) if they book a flight from Reno to Chicago. On average, Reno has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Reno is conveniently located just 2.7 mi from Reno’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Reno to Chicago?

    There are many flights that can get you from Reno to Chicago in 7h 43m. Fly via United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Reno and Chicago are separated by a distance of 1666 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Reno to Chicago is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Alaska Airlines, starting at $169 and $264 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $68. Users have also found prices from $91 and $128 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Reno to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Reno to Chicago is $153. On average you can expect to pay $872. The most popular route, (Reno - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $221.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to Chicago (average of $184). Flying from Reno to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $306). 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 Reno to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Reno 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$264Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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