How long is the flight from Sarasota to Chicago?

Departing from Sarasota to Chicago will take you 2h 49m. There are 1087 mi between Sarasota and Chicago. 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 Sarasota to Chicago round-trip?

According to our current data, Frontier ($48), Allegiant Air ($97), and Delta ($196) offers the cheapest pricing from Sarasota to Chicago. Frontier is 86% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Sarasota to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Sarasota to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sarasota to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Sarasota to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 day to fly from Sarasota to Chicago?

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the most popular routes from Sarasota to Chicago?

Most travelers choose Sarasota Bradenton Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Sarasota Bradenton Intl - Chicago Midway or Sarasota Bradenton Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from Sarasota to Chicago.

What are the cheapest flights from Sarasota to Chicago?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $126. While the most popular route (Sarasota Bradenton Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $236 on average our data indicates $361 when flying from Sarasota to Chicago.

What are the most reliable airlines from Sarasota to Chicago?

Before booking your flight to Chicago from Sarasota, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (92%), American Airlines (86%), Envoy Air( 86%).

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

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Sarasota to Chicago.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Sarasota to Chicago?

Travelers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 36% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

To save up to 152% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 46 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Sarasota to Chicago from $139 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $526 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from Sarasota. Prices for February average $350 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $26. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of October. Opting for a February flight can save you 46% on your journey compared to booking in October

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SRQ to CHI?

It’s typically best to fly out from Sarasota to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 62% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sarasota to Chicago?

For a flight from Sarasota to Chicago, you will be flying from Sarasota Bradenton Intl. Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city. Sarasota Bradenton Intl is the only Sarasota airport and it handles 4 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chicago from Sarasota Bradenton Intl on a regular basis.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sarasota to Chicago?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sarasota 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.

$88+ Cheap Flights from Sarasota to Chicago

Round-trip from	$136 (Booking.com)
One-way from	$88 (Mytrip)
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$297
Good round-trip deal	$295 or less
Good one-way deal	$147 or less

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Expect short security lines at SRQ, usually under 10 minutes, even during peak periods. Plan for 20 minutes just in case.

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Use the 'L' train for a quick, reliable trip from ORD to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays.

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The Orange Line 'L' train offers a direct, 30-minute ride from MDW to downtown Chicago.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$48	Average$141	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Allegiant Air	Cheapest$97	Average$185	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%
Delta	Cheapest$196	Average$632	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$217	Average$376	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$221	Average$443	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$267	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

$88+ Cheap flights from Sarasota (SRQ) to Chicago (CHI)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sarasota Bradenton Intl to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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