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$171+ Cheap flights from Seattle (SEA) 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — CHI
Jul 27 — Aug 31
Mon 7/27
Mon 8/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 27, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/87:06 pm
SEA
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ORD
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/55:42 pm
ORD
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SEA
Nonstop4h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/47:06 pm
SEA
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ORD
1 stop16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/76:00 am
ORD
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SEA
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$342
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/148:13 pm
SEA
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ORD
1 stop7h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/186:00 am
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$343
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/87:06 pm
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/216:00 am
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$344
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/141:10 pm
SEA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/272:41 pm
ORD
-
SEA
1 stop20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$345
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Wed 7/87:06 pm
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 7/186:00 am
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$346
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Tue 7/77:06 pm
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop23h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/156:00 am
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
Thu 8/65:15 am
SEA
-
MDW
Nonstop4h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/1110:35 am
MDW
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Fri 8/710:50 am
SEA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 08m
Delta
Sun 8/97:00 am
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/22$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Wed 8/511:40 am
SEA
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MDW
1 stop9h 40m
Southwest
Mon 8/105:40 am
MDW
-
SEA
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sat 6/275:48 pm
SEA
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ORD
Nonstop4h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/319:57 pm
ORD
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SEA
1 stop13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/22$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Fri 8/76:15 am
SEA
-
MDW
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Mon 8/109:20 pm
MDW
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SEA
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$349

Find flight deals from Seattle to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 June 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$341
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$171
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$413

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$204 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 June 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 8/14

7:15 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

12:54 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

$348

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/8

7:15 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/15

3:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$350

SeattleChicago

SEA - MDW

SEAMDW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 10/21

12:15 am-6:05 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/25

7:05 am-12:40 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$354

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/12

11:00 pm-5:06 am

Nonstop4h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-9:36 am

Nonstop4h 36m

$357

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/22

7:01 am-6:53 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/25

9:00 am-11:44 am

Nonstop4h 44m

$358

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 8/7

5:48 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/9

8:20 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$360

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 10/9

5:45 pm-11:46 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/12

7:30 am-12:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$363

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/4

6:21 am-6:57 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/10

6:42 pm-9:34 pm

Nonstop4h 52m

$367

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/5

7:26 am-6:57 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

8:20 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$367

SeattleChicago

SEA - ORD

SEAORD

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/5

6:21 am-6:57 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

8:20 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$367

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Compare providers for flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Chicago in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Seattle-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-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 Seattle-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 Seattle to Chicago

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Chicago (average of $47). Flying from Seattle to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $758). 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 SEA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 June 27, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Seattle to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle 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 June 27, 2026.

The most flights from SEA to CHI are scheduled on a Saturday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for Seattle to Chicago flights

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

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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 June 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta from Seattle to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,451 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,778 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,582 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Seattle to Chicago, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl. Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Seattle/Tacoma Intl is the only Seattle airport and it handles 52 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 7 airlines have flights to Chicago from Seattle/Tacoma Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Seattle to Chicago?

    Departing from Seattle to Chicago will take you 3h 50m. Seattle and Chicago are separated by a distance of 1728 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Seattle to Chicago is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $123 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $124 and $177 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $74. United Airlines flights start at $89 while deals on American Airlines start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Seattle to Chicago?

    While some choose either Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago Midway or Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford, Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Seattle to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Seattle to Chicago consider choosing Austrian Airlines (93%), Hawaiian Airlines (92%) or Air France (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Chicago? While on average our users pay $830, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $161. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $263.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Chicago (average of $47). Flying from Seattle to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $758). 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 7 airlines flying from Seattle to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 June 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$123Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$124Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$177Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$193Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$219Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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