Cheap flights from Waterloo (ALO) to Chicago (CHI) from $284

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ALO — CHI
Mar 24 — Mar 311

Cheap flight deals from Waterloo to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Waterloo (ALO) 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 March 19, 2024.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$358

Round-trip from

$223
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 40% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Waterloo to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago?

Users have found that leaving on a Thursday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 6% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago?

Flights from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at $140.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago (ALO - CHI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Waterloo to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Waterloo and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Wed 4/246:22 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2811:58 amORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$410
Thu 8/86:30 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/114:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$437
Sat 4/271:34 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/304:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/16$455
Tue 5/216:32 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/244:48 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$470
Sun 3/316:28 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/74:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$491

Cheap Waterloo to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Waterloo to Chicago specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Wed 4/246:22 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2811:58 amORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$410
Sat 4/271:34 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/304:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/16$455
Sun 3/316:28 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/74:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$491

Waterloo to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Waterloo and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Wed 4/246:22 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2811:58 amORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$410
Thu 8/86:30 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/114:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$437
Sat 4/271:34 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/304:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/16$455
Tue 5/216:32 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/244:48 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$470
Sun 3/316:28 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/74:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$491

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Waterloo

Discover non-stop flight options from Waterloo to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Wed 4/246:22 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2811:58 amORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$410
Thu 8/86:30 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/114:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$437
Sat 4/271:34 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/304:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/16$455
Tue 5/216:32 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/244:48 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$470
Sun 3/316:28 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/74:45 pmORD - ALO
Nonstop1h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$491

One-way flights to Chicago from Waterloo

Search for one-way flight options from Waterloo to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Sat 6/81:14 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$284
Thu 6/131:17 pmALO - ORD
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$329

Find flights from Waterloo to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Waterloo 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$410 - $491

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WaterlooChicago O'Hare Intl

ALO - ORD

ALOORD

Waterloo

Wed 4/24

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/28

Nonstop1h 11m

$410

WaterlooChicago O'Hare Intl

ALO - ORD

ALOORD

Waterloo

Thu 8/8

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/11

Nonstop1h 09m

$437

WaterlooChicago O'Hare Intl

ALO - ORD

ALOORD

Waterloo

Sat 4/27

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/30

Nonstop1h 12m

$455

WaterlooChicago O'Hare Intl

ALO - ORD

ALOORD

Waterloo

Tue 5/21

Nonstop1h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/24

Nonstop1h 10m

$470

WaterlooChicago O'Hare Intl

ALO - ORD

ALOORD

Waterloo

Sun 3/31

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/7

Nonstop1h 12m

$491

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Deals found on 3/18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Waterloo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Waterloo to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Waterloo to Chicago is currently $307 while a round-trip flight costs $453. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$288

May

$292

June

$361

July

$338

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$271

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

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 March 19, 2024.
7.3
Good
15,312 reviews

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
7.3
Good
15,312 reviews

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Allow you to take your carry on with you on the plane. It was a full flight and I had to check my bag. As we boarded, a few people who came after me were able to take their bags on the plane.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Waterloo (ALO) if they book a flight from Waterloo to Chicago. On average, Waterloo has 2 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 1 airline. Waterloo is conveniently located just 5.3 mi from Waterloo’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $410, but on average you can expect to pay $452.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 5 direct flights from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago under $500. A good price for a nonstop flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago is less than $452.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $410. This flight start at 2% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Waterloo, Iowa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (71%), American Airlines (70%), Air Wisconsin( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Chicago? While on average our users pay $463, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $125. The most popular route (Waterloo - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $410.

  • What does ALO to ORD mean?

    Waterloo Airport is ALO and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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Top airline flying from Waterloo to Chicago

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American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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