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$69+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland (CLE)

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CHI — CLE
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in August or July, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cleveland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/31:26 pm
MDW
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CLE
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Tue 7/73:50 pm
CLE
-
MDW
1 stop3h 35m
Delta
Deal found 6/9$202
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/17:01 am
ORD
-
CLE
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Wed 7/82:20 pm
CLE
-
ORD
1 stop5h 09m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/128:00 am
MDW
-
CLE
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 7/154:15 pm
CLE
-
MDW
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/12$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/298:45 am
MDW
-
CLE
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Tue 10/135:55 am
CLE
-
MDW
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$204
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/309:05 am
ORD
-
CLE
Nonstop1h 36m
United Airlines
Tue 6/306:05 pm
CLE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/64:25 pm
MDW
-
CLE
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 8/103:50 pm
CLE
-
MDW
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/12$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Sat 8/87:40 am
MDW
-
CLE
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 8/121:15 pm
CLE
-
MDW
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Mon 11/26:45 pm
MDW
-
CLE
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 11/45:35 am
CLE
-
MDW
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/302:20 pm
ORD
-
CLE
Nonstop1h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 7/16:00 am
CLE
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13$207
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/88:52 am
ORD
-
CLE
1 stop3h 48m
Delta
Wed 7/153:50 pm
CLE
-
ORD
1 stop3h 39m
Delta
Deal found 6/13$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/305:10 pm
MDW
-
CLE
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Sat 7/46:00 am
CLE
-
MDW
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/12$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Tue 9/17:55 am
ORD
-
CLE
1 stop13h 02m
Frontier
Wed 9/28:38 am
CLE
-
ORD
1 stop8h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 6/9$210

Find flight deals from Chicago to Cleveland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland (CLE). 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 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$202
(Delta)

One-way from

$69
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$422

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$68 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Cleveland Hopkins Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Cleveland Hopkins Intl flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland Hopkins Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland Hopkins Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cleveland 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 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cleveland that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/6

4:25 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 8/10

6:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$205

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/19

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 9/26

4:23 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$215

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

8:48 am-1:40 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 8/20

3:49 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$216

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

7:35 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop3h 11m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 12/2

4:00 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$216

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/28

8:48 am-3:08 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 9/6

10:24 am-1:36 pm

1 stop4h 12m

$227

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

8:48 am-3:08 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 9/6

8:18 am-10:42 am

1 stop3h 24m

$227

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/8

7:59 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 7/10

6:00 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$234

ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/17

3:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 9/26

7:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop3h 15m

$235

ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/20

8:05 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 8/23

7:20 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$236
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/27

1:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 8/30

7:20 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$236

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Cleveland

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cleveland from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cleveland (average of $72). Flying from Chicago to Cleveland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 CHI to CLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Cleveland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 14, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Cleveland at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Cleveland

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Cleveland. 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 14, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to CLE are scheduled on a Sunday (62 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (42 on average).

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Cleveland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Chicago to Cleveland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2026.

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

The best insider tips for Chicago to Cleveland flights

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Expert on ORD, MDW and CLE

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cleveland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cleveland. 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 Cleveland. Reviews last updated June 14, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Cleveland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Cleveland. 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 into for flights to Cleveland from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) if they book a flight to Cleveland from Chicago. On average, Hopkins Intl has 52 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Cleveland Hopkins Intl is conveniently located just 10.1 mi from Cleveland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Cleveland?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Cleveland can take about 1h 15m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $205. Airlines will cover a distance of 305 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Cleveland is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $111 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $117 and $137 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Cleveland for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $66 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $69 and United Airlines from $93 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Cleveland are Avianca (84%), United Airlines (82%) and Lufthansa (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cleveland?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Cleveland is $58. On average you can expect to pay $420. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cleveland Hopkins Intl), can usually be booked for $123.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cleveland (average of $72). Flying from Chicago to Cleveland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $203). 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Cleveland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Cleveland. 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 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$111Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$117Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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