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$174+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Ithaca (ITH)

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 3/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ITH
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Ithaca

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Ithaca
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Ithaca. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/137:00 amORD - ITH
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Sun 1/185:29 amITH - ORD
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/3$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/1311:22 amORD - ITH
2 stops10h 29mDelta
Mon 1/195:29 amITH - ORD
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/3$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sun 12/147:00 amORD - ITH
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Mon 1/192:36 pmITH - ORD
2 stops20h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/3$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Fri 12/126:15 pmORD - ITH
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/137:57 pmITH - ORD
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/67:00 amORD - ITH
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Tue 12/95:34 amITH - ORD
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/1$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/611:05 amMDW - ITH
2 stops10h 46mDelta
Tue 12/95:34 amITH - MDW
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/1$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/410:49 amMDW - ITH
2 stops11h 02mDelta
Sat 12/65:30 amITH - MDW
2 stops11h 14mDelta
Deal found 12/2$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sat 12/66:15 pmORD - ITH
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/97:57 pmITH - ORD
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/46:15 pmORD - ITH
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/66:10 amITH - ORD
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/131:14 pmMDW - ITH
2 stops8h 37mDelta
Sun 1/185:29 amITH - MDW
2 stops8h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/3$449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sat 12/131:14 pmMDW - ITH
2 stops8h 37mDelta
Mon 1/192:36 pmITH - MDW
2 stops8h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/3$499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/710:49 amMDW - ITH
2 stops11h 02mDelta
Mon 12/82:00 pmITH - MDW
2 stops10h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/2$828

Find flight deals from Chicago to Ithaca

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Ithaca (ITH). 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$174
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$490
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One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Ithaca Tompkins County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($37 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Ithaca 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Ithaca that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Ithaca

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

2:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sun 2/1

5:29 am-9:49 am

1 stop5h 20m

$249

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

7:01 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sun 1/25

5:29 am-9:49 am

1 stop5h 20m

$249

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

7:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Mon 1/19

5:29 am-9:49 am

1 stop5h 20m

$294

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/14

7:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sun 1/18

5:29 am-9:49 am

1 stop5h 20m

$294

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

7:01 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sun 1/18

5:29 am-9:49 am

1 stop5h 20m

$344

ChicagoIthaca

MDW - ITH

MDWITH

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/31

10:46 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sun 2/1

5:29 am-1:06 pm

2 stops8h 37m

$354

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/19

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Mon 3/23

1:33 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$394

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$174

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/30

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$174

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

7:00 am-12:53 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$174

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Deals found on 12/2

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Ithaca

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 Ithaca in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 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 Chicago-Ithaca flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Ithaca flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Ithaca flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Ithaca 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 Chicago-Ithaca 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 Ithaca

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ithaca (average of $164). Flying from Chicago to Ithaca in January is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ithaca

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ithaca. 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 Ithaca. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to Ithaca by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Ithaca from Chicago, you will be flying to Tompkins County, which is the city’s only airport. Ithaca Tompkins County (ITH) is located 4.0 mi from the center of Ithaca. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Tompkins County per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Ithaca?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Ithaca in 5h 45m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Chicago to Ithaca is about 586 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $248, Delta will fly you from Chicago to Ithaca and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $318. Users have found that Delta is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Ithaca (average of $164). Flying from Chicago to Ithaca in January is currently the most expensive (average of $228). 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to Ithaca

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Ithaca. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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