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$56+ 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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — CHI
Jun 20 — Jun 271
Sat 6/20
Sat 6/27
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 May 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 6/98:02 pm
IAH
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ORD
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Wed 6/105:29 pm
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$114
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 7/289:58 pm
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 51m
Frontier
Tue 8/45:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Wed 7/299:58 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 51m
Frontier
Tue 8/45:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Thu 10/151:35 pm
IAH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Mon 10/192:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 9/126:42 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Tue 9/152:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/39:58 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Tue 7/75:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 6/309:58 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Wed 7/85:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 7/39:58 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Wed 7/85:46 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/1310:52 am
IAH
-
ORD
1 stop8h 58m
Frontier
Wed 6/175:29 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Tue 6/99:58 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Thu 6/185:29 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$132
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 6/38:12 pm
IAH
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 49m
Frontier
Wed 6/105:29 pm
ORD
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$133
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Tue 7/285:43 pm
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 44m
Frontier
Thu 7/309:28 am
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18$142

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 May 21, 2026.

Round-trip from

$114
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(FlightHub)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$278

Good round-trip deal

$126 or less

Good one-way deal

$67 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 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 May 21, 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

Tue 8/4

3:15 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

8:02 am-1:27 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$209

HoustonChicago

IAH - MDW

IAHMDW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/23

6:30 am-1:09 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$209

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/4

10:50 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

3:31 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$209

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/12

5:34 am-1:13 pm

2 stops7h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

3:31 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$214

HoustonChicago

IAH - MDW

IAHMDW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/8

5:30 am-6:18 pm

2 stops12h 48m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/14

1:49 pm-10:24 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$219

HoustonChicago

IAH - MDW

IAHMDW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/4

5:34 am-12:39 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/8

6:05 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$229

HoustonChicago

IAH - ORD

IAHORD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/10

5:25 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

7:10 am-12:07 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$239

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/20

5:00 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/24

6:30 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$244

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/16

6:03 am-2:16 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/23

6:35 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$244

HoustonChicago

IAH - MDW

IAHMDW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/6

7:02 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/8

11:05 am-4:13 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Texas to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Texas with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Chicago (average of $204). Flying from Texas to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 May 21, 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.

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 May 21, 2026.

The most flights from USTX to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (76 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

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

The best time to book flights from Texas to Chicago is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 May 16, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Texas to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

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 25m. The distance from Texas to Chicago is about 938 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $68, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago Midway or Houston Hobby - 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 SkyWest Airlines (100%), ITA Airways (81%) and Austrian Airlines (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Texas to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Texas to Chicago? While on average our users pay $814, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $173.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Chicago (average of $204). Flying from Texas to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 8 airlines flying from Texas to Chicago

Discover the top 8 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 May 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
ContourCheapest$105Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$143Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$144Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$166Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$195Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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