Cheap flights from Sarasota (SRQ) to Chicago (CHI) from $45

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SRQ — CHI
Oct 3 — Oct 101

The best prices from Sarasota Bradenton Intl to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from Sarasota (SRQ) to Chicago (CHI)

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

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$207

One-way from

$98
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
From Sarasota Bradenton Intl to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Sarasota Bradenton Intl to Chicago (CHI)

SRQ - CHI

Price

$207 - $364

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

CHI

Rainfall

1.7 - 4.9 inches

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

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 44% 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 48% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 36 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 $454 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $597 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chicago from Sarasota. Prices for January average $425 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $250. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a January flight can save you 36% on your journey compared to booking in September

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sarasota to Chicago (SRQ - CHI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Sarasota to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Sarasota to Chicago

Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Sarasota to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

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Cheap Sarasota to Chicago flights in September & October 2023

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

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One-way flights to Chicago from Sarasota

The cheapest one-way flights from Sarasota to Chicago
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Price

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago Midway

SRQ - MDW

SRQMDW

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 10/9

1 stop23h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/11

2 stops11h 28m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago Midway

SRQ - MDW

SRQMDW

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Thu 10/26

1 stop8h 06m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/1

1 stop14h 56m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SRQ - ORD

SRQORD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Thu 11/9

Nonstop3h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/13

Nonstop2h 47m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SRQ - ORD

SRQORD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 11/13

1 stop5h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/14

1 stop6h 20m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SRQ - ORD

SRQORD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 12/6

2 stops8h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/8

1 stop5h 01m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SRQ - ORD

SRQORD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 10/13

2 stops31h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/20

2 stops40h 33m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SRQ - ORD

SRQORD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 11/22

1 stop4h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/27

1 stop5h 11m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago Greater Rockford

SRQ - RFD

SRQRFD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 10/20

2 stops24h 35m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 10/22

Nonstop2h 41m

Sarasota Bradenton IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

SRQ - ORD

SRQORD

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 12/22

1 stop7h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/30

1 stop12h 00m

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Deals found on 9/28

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Sarasota to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Sun Country Air
7.4
Good
94 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was cheap and not healthful. Entertainment was poor choices. Flight was rocky but not pilots fault.

Related info for your journey

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

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 7 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago from Sarasota Bradenton Intl on a regular basis.

Can I find flights from Sarasota to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sarasota to Chicago for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $151, but on average you can expect to pay $262.

Are there nonstop flights from Sarasota to Chicago for under $300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Sarasota to Chicago under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from Sarasota to Chicago is less than $486.

Are there last-minute flights available from Sarasota to Chicago for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Sarasota to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What days are nonstop flights available from Sarasota to Chicago?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

4 flight departures from Sarasota to Chicago per day on average.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Sarasota to Chicago?

Departing from Sarasota to Chicago will take you 3h 01m. There are 1057 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 ($151), United Airlines ($216), and American Airlines ($246) offers the cheapest pricing from Sarasota to Chicago. Frontier is 64% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sarasota to Chicago are Frontier ($45), Allegiant Air ($58), and United Airlines ($73).

What are the most popular routes from Sarasota to Chicago?

What are the most popular airlines that fly 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: Air New Zealand (68%), Air Canada (67%), Emirates( 67%).

What are the cheapest flights from Sarasota to Chicago?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $113. While the most popular route (Sarasota Bradenton Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $239 on average our data indicates $446 when flying from Sarasota to Chicago.

What does SRQ to ORD mean?

SRQ stands for Sarasota Bradenton 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 some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Top 3 airlines flying from Sarasota to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Sarasota to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$279Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Sarasota to Chicago

See what time of day planes typically take off from Sarasota to Chicago
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Weekly flight availability from Sarasota to Chicago

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Sarasota to Chicago
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Monday7daily flights
Tuesday7daily flights
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