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$481+ Cheap flights from Waco (ACT) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ACT — CHI
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

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(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Waco to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Waco to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1410:31 amACT - ORD
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/185:10 pmORD - ACT
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/215:08 amACT - ORD
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/305:18 amORD - ACT
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$797

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Waco to Chicago that are best for you.

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WacoChicago

ACT - ORD

ACTORD

Waco

Fri 11/14

10:31 am-5:17 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

5:10 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$481

WacoChicago

ACT - ORD

ACTORD

Waco

Wed 3/25

5:07 am-9:28 am

1 stop4h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/28

4:45 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$611

WacoChicago

ACT - ORD

ACTORD

Waco

Fri 11/21

5:08 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

5:18 am-10:01 am

1 stop4h 43m

$797

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Deals found on 10/30

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Waco to Chicago in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Waco-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Waco-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Waco-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Waco-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Waco-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waco to Chicago (average of $49). Flying from Waco to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $112). 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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Waco to Chicago?

    Located just 6.2 mi from the city center, Waco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Waco. Booking flights from Waco (ACT) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 0 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Waco to Chicago?

    Departing from Waco to Chicago will take you 6h 46m. The distance from Waco to Chicago is about 881 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waco to Chicago (average of $49). Flying from Waco to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of $112). 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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