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$79+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland (CLE)

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CHI — CLE
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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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 junio 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$186
(Priceline)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$305

Good round-trip deal

$140 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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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 junio 26, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/229:17 amMDW - CLE
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
lun. 8/256:00 amCLE - MDW
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/26$186
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/307:00 amORD - CLE
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
lun. 9/111:05 amCLE - ORD
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Deal found 6/26$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
sáb. 8/3011:05 amORD - CLE
2 stops10h 09mDelta
dom. 8/318:10 amCLE - ORD
2 stops9h 03mDelta
Deal found 6/25$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
sáb. 8/29:10 amMDW - CLE
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
sáb. 8/25:30 pmCLE - MDW
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
sáb. 8/212:42 pmORD - CLE
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/27:42 pmCLE - ORD
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/25$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
lun. 9/11:50 pmORD - CLE
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
mar. 9/25:35 amCLE - ORD
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/24$193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
lun. 8/47:33 amORD - CLE
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/57:00 amCLE - ORD
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/24$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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.
vie. 8/86:20 pmMDW - CLE
1 stop4h 33mDelta
vie. 8/152:12 pmCLE - MDW
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/24$208
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mié. 7/166:02 pmORD - CLE
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 7/1912:37 pmCLE - ORD
2 stops19h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/24$209
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jue. 7/174:37 pmORD - CLE
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 7/193:48 pmCLE - ORD
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/24$223
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/1810:31 amMDW - CLE
3 stops24h 01mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/2012:37 pmCLE - MDW
2 stops22h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$338

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

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ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

vie. 8/22

9:17 am-4:36 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

lun. 8/25

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$186

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/30

7:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

lun. 9/1

11:05 am-6:41 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$186

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/30

11:05 am-10:14 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

dom. 8/31

8:10 am-4:13 pm

2 stops9h 03m

$187

ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

sáb. 8/2

9:10 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

sáb. 8/2

5:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$188

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/2

12:42 pm-3:09 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

sáb. 8/2

7:42 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$189

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/1

1:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

mar. 9/2

5:35 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 15m

$193

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/4

7:33 am-9:59 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

mar. 8/5

7:00 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$196

ChicagoCleveland

MDW - CLE

MDWCLE

Chicago Midway

vie. 8/8

6:20 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop4h 33m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

vie. 8/15

2:12 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$208

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 7/16

6:02 pm-11:32 am

2 stops16h 30m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

sáb. 7/19

12:37 pm-7:04 am

2 stops19h 27m

$209

ChicagoCleveland

ORD - CLE

ORDCLE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 7/17

4:37 pm-1:23 am

1 stop7h 46m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

sáb. 7/19

3:48 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$223

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The best insider tips for Chicago to Cleveland flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Cleveland trip
Airports
ORD

Prepare for a lot of walking between nearly 200 gates at ORD. Know your terminal as they are not all connected.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

MDW is closer to the city center, making it easier to reach than O'Hare, especially if flying Southwest.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
CLE

The airport train station connects passengers with downtown Cleveland in under 30 minutes, with Red line trains every 15 minutes.

Read more about CLEby Ramsey Qubein
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cleveland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

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 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from Chicago to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 junio 26, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Cleveland at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 22, 2025.

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

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 junio 26, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to CLE are scheduled on a Wednesday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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 junio 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 45 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Cleveland Hopkins Intl is conveniently located just 10.1 mi from Cleveland’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Cleveland is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $186 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $187 and $188 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Cleveland for 39% 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 $79 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $89 and United Airlines from $99 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 Emirates (88%), ANA (88%) and Envoy Air (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cleveland?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Cleveland is $98. On average you can expect to pay $284. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cleveland Hopkins Intl), can usually be booked for $137.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from Chicago to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 junio 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$143Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$172Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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