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

American Airlines, at $141, was found to be the cheapest airline from Scranton to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Scranton to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 cheapest flights from Scranton to Chicago?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Scranton to Chicago? While on average our users pay $750, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $195. The most popular route (Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $229.

What are the most reliable airlines from Scranton to Chicago?

Consider Qatar Airways (94%), Piedmont Airlines (90%) or American Airlines (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Scranton to Chicago.

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

Departing on a Thursday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 36% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 58 days in advance, which can save you up to 82% on flights from Scranton to Chicago compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 58 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $212. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $395.

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

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Scranton. Users have commonly found prices around $311 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $212. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

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

Most people fly from Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AVP) if they book a flight from Scranton to Chicago. On average, Wilkes-Barre Scranton has 5 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Wilkes-Barre Scranton is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Scranton’s city center.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Scranton to Chicago?

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Scranton to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

Tue 11/117:51 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/196:30 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$141

Wed 9/33:00 pmAVP - ORD

1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines

Sat 9/68:50 amORD - AVP

1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$229

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Tue 11/117:51 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines

Wed 11/196:30 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$141

Sat 9/275:31 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines

Tue 9/304:00 pmORD - AVP

1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$185

Last-minute flights from Scranton to Chicago
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Tue 7/812:00 pmAVP - ORD

1 stop9h 23mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/1510:00 amORD - AVP

3 stops30h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$582

Wed 7/96:00 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines

Sun 7/138:41 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$289

Fri 7/112:50 pmAVP - ORD

1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines

Mon 7/146:35 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$372

Sat 7/268:18 pmAVP - ORD

1 stop14h 48mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/610:00 amORD - AVP

1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$418

Thu 8/216:00 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 20mAmerican Airlines

Mon 8/258:35 pmORD - AVP

Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$181

Sun 8/315:31 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines

Sat 9/68:50 amORD - AVP

1 stop4h 23mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/30

$289

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Sat 9/276:22 pmAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$71

Fri 7/259:34 amAVP - ORD

1 stop7h 08mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/3

$240

Fri 8/16:30 amAVP - ORD

Nonstop2h 27mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$259

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Mon 8/25

8:35 pm-11:54 pm

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Wed 9/3

3:00 pm-7:48 pm

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Sat 9/27

6:22 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

$71

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Mon 7/21

8:43 pm-7:50 am

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$244

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6:30 am-7:57 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$259

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Scranton to Chicago, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scranton to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Scranton 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 time of day to fly from AVP to CHI?

It’s typically best to fly out from Scranton to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Scranton to Chicago

The most flights from AVP to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Scranton to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Scranton to Chicago?
Most people fly from Wilkes-Barre Scranton (AVP) if they book a flight from Scranton to Chicago. On average, Wilkes-Barre Scranton has 5 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 2 airlines. Wilkes-Barre Scranton is conveniently located just 5.7 mi from Scranton’s city center.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Scranton to Chicago round-trip?
American Airlines, at $141, was found to be the cheapest airline from Scranton to Chicago. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. These flights start at 54% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Scranton to Chicago?
Consider Qatar Airways (94%), Piedmont Airlines (90%) or American Airlines (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Scranton to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Scranton to Chicago?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Scranton to Chicago? While on average our users pay $750, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $195. The most popular route (Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $229.
Can I find deals for flights from Scranton to Chicago that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Scranton to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Scranton to Chicago?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Scranton to Chicago.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Scranton to Chicago?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Scranton 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 Scranton to Chicago?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Scranton to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Scranton 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.

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American Airlines	Cheapest$199	Average$322	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$238	Average$373	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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