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$71+ 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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — CHI
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 January 29, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/268:39 pm
RNO
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ORD
1 stop18h 47m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:00 am
ORD
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RNO
1 stop9h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/198:39 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop18h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/236:00 am
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 3/58:39 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 29m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:55 pm
ORD
-
RNO
1 stop20h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/198:39 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop18h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:55 am
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops13h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 3/58:39 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/97:00 am
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/243:44 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop12h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/257:39 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops25h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 3/233:39 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop12h 29m
Frontier
Tue 3/248:55 pm
ORD
-
RNO
1 stop20h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/198:39 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop18h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/2511:51 am
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops24h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/258:41 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop18h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:55 am
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops13h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$210
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/262:25 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/73:07 pm
ORD
-
RNO
1 stop10h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$211
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1310:15 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Sat 4/189:18 pm
ORD
-
RNO
1 stop18h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/201:57 pm
RNO
-
MDW
1 stop7h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/237:25 pm
MDW
-
RNO
2 stops26h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$258

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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$366 or less

Good one-way deal

$312 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to Chicago that are best for you.

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Reno

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Thu 2/26

2:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

3:07 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$211

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Mon 4/13

10:15 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops22h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

8:53 pm-10:40 am

1 stop15h 47m

$276

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Fri 5/1

11:05 pm-8:37 am

1 stop7h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

6:59 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$289

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Fri 6/12

6:40 pm-5:08 am

1 stop8h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/24

3:47 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$289

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Fri 3/13

6:10 pm-5:00 am

1 stop8h 50m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/16

6:25 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$289

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/7

8:10 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 30m

$289

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Thu 2/26

11:25 pm-9:54 am

1 stop8h 29m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/7

4:13 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$289

RenoChicago

RNO - ORD

RNOORD

Reno

Fri 5/1

11:05 pm-12:49 pm

2 stops11h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

7:12 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$294

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Mon 4/13

11:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 51m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/18

2:12 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$294

RenoChicago

RNO - MDW

RNOMDW

Reno

Fri 5/1

11:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 51m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/4

2:12 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops11h 16m

$294

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Compare providers for flights from Reno 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 Reno to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Reno-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Reno-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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 January 23, 2026.

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 January 29, 2026.

When flying from Reno 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.

Weekly flight availability from Reno to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Reno 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from RNO to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Reno to Chicago?

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 January 29, 2026.
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
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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
11,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

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 1 outbound flight 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 32m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines 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 $144 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 American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $128 and $138 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Reno to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Reno to Chicago is $220. On average you can expect to pay $803. The most popular route, (Reno - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $192.

  • 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$264Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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