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$269+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Ithaca (ITH)

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 1/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ITH
Jan 29 — Feb 51
Thu 1/29
Thu 2/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Ithaca

Best flights from Chicago to Ithaca
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Ithaca that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 1/271:00 pmORD - ITH
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/37:45 pmITH - ORD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/277:00 amORD - ITH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Tue 2/35:29 amITH - ORD
2 stops9h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/30$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 1/2710:48 amMDW - ITH
2 stops11h 34mDelta
Tue 2/35:29 amITH - MDW
2 stops8h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/28$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/197:00 amORD - ITH
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Mon 3/235:32 amITH - ORD
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/30$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 1/206:17 pmORD - ITH
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/247:45 pmITH - ORD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:25 pmORD - ITH
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/87:50 pmITH - ORD
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$453
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Tue 1/137:00 amORD - ITH
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Sat 1/172:36 pmITH - ORD
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/28$518

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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 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$490
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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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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

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ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

1:00 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Tue 2/3

7:45 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$269

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Tue 2/3

5:29 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$294

ChicagoIthaca

MDW - ITH

MDWITH

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

10:48 am-11:22 pm

2 stops11h 34m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Tue 2/3

5:29 am-1:06 pm

2 stops8h 37m

$299

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

5:32 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 28m

$324

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

6:17 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sat 1/24

7:45 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$419

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/5

4:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Mon 6/8

7:50 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$453

ChicagoIthaca

ORD - ITH

ORDITH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-1:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Ithaca Tompkins County

Sat 1/17

2:36 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$518

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/28

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
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 30, 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
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
9,124 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 4h 41m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Chicago to Ithaca is about 586 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$248Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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