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$47+ Cheap flights from Texas 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — CHI
Mar 18 — Mar 251
Wed 3/18
Wed 3/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Texas to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Texas to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Texas to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/309:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Mon 5/45:25 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$75
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/511:17 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 48m
Frontier
Mon 3/95:15 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$76
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:25 am
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$78
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Fri 4/246:45 am
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/276:09 pm
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$78
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 4/138:55 pm
DFW
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MDW
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Thu 4/164:09 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$78
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 4/16:14 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/118:10 am
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3010:17 pm
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Sun 5/35:11 am
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/248:03 pm
DFW
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MDW
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Mon 4/274:09 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$79
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/79:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Mon 5/115:25 am
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/214:51 pm
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 54m
Frontier
Mon 3/235:11 am
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$81
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Fri 4/246:45 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/265:11 am
ORD
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$81
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/178:03 pm
DFW
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MDW
Nonstop2h 18m
Frontier
Mon 4/204:09 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$81

Find flight deals from Texas to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Texas to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated February 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$75
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$47
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$196

Good round-trip deal

$70 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Texas 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 February 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Texas to Chicago that are best for you.

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HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/25

12:07 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

8:25 am-11:32 am

Nonstop3h 07m

$91

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/8

9:27 am-12:17 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

5:25 am-8:32 am

Nonstop3h 07m

$99

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/10

7:08 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

7:40 am-10:47 am

Nonstop3h 07m

$107

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/28

5:15 am-7:54 am

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

8:59 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$113

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/6

5:15 am-7:54 am

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

5:15 am-8:31 am

Nonstop3h 16m

$115

DallasChicago

DFW - MDW

DFWMDW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 3/14

6:05 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/19

6:44 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$121

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 5/15

3:05 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/17

5:11 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$124

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/15

7:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

3:52 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$126

HoustonChicago

IAH - MDW

IAHMDW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/5

6:15 am-4:16 pm

1 stop10h 01m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/9

10:00 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$133

DallasChicago

DFW - ORD

DFWORD

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/13

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

3:52 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$134

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Best time to book a flight from Texas to Chicago

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Chicago (average of $45). Flying from Texas to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $87). 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 TX to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Texas 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 February 16, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Texas to Chicago in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Texas to Chicago. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Texas to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Texas 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 February 16, 2026.

The most flights from USTX to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (69 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Texas to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Texas to Chicago?

    Departing from Texas to Chicago will take you 2h 35m. The distance from Texas to Chicago is about 801 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    $28 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $38 and $71, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago Midway or Austin Bergstrom - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Texas to Chicago.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Texas to Chicago are Envoy Air (100%), Austrian Airlines (89%) and Fiji Airways (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Texas to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Texas to Chicago? While on average our users pay $844, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $52. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $65.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Chicago (average of $45). Flying from Texas to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $87). 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 Texas to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Texas 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 February 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$55Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$60Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
ContourCheapest$105Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$135Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$143Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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