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$90+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Key West (EYW)

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CHI — EYW
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/3110:45 amORD - EYW
Nonstop3h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/14:08 pmEYW - ORD
Nonstop3h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/314:05 pmORD - EYW
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/112:09 pmEYW - ORD
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$323
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:09 pmORD - EYW
1 stop19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/52:30 pmEYW - ORD
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/314:05 pmORD - EYW
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/24:40 pmEYW - ORD
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$556
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.
Wed 12/317:55 amORD - EYW
Nonstop3h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/55:10 pmEYW - ORD
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$656
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3112:09 pmORD - EYW
1 stop19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/48:55 amEYW - ORD
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$689
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.
Wed 12/313:29 pmMDW - EYW
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Sat 1/36:20 pmEYW - MDW
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/30$1,339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 12/313:29 pmMDW - EYW
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Thu 1/14:25 pmEYW - MDW
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/31$1,479

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Key West (EYW). 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 January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$279
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$90
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$391

Good round-trip deal

$329 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Key West that are best for you.

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ChicagoKey West

MDW - EYW

MDWEYW

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/21

12:48 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Key West

Wed 1/28

6:06 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$289

ChicagoKey West

MDW - EYW

MDWEYW

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Key West

Thu 1/29

6:06 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$289

ChicagoKey West

MDW - EYW

MDWEYW

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Key West

Wed 1/28

7:10 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 49m

$289

ChicagoKey West

ORD - EYW

ORDEYW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

11:15 am-5:11 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Key West

Tue 1/27

6:06 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$289

ChicagoKey West

MDW - EYW

MDWEYW

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/25

12:48 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Key West

Wed 2/4

7:10 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 49m

$294

ChicagoKey West

ORD - EYW

ORDEYW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

5:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 55m

Key West

Sat 2/14

5:56 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$294

ChicagoKey West

ORD - EYW

ORDEYW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-11:29 am

1 stop4h 59m

Key West

Tue 1/27

6:06 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$296

ChicagoKey West

ORD - EYW

ORDEYW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

8:52 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Key West

Thu 1/29

4:15 pm-6:48 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

$339

ChicagoKey West

ORD - EYW

ORDEYW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

10:50 am-3:17 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

Key West

Thu 1/29

6:05 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$339

ChicagoKey West

MDW - EYW

MDWEYW

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/28

10:46 am-5:11 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Key West

Tue 2/3

6:06 pm-8:52 am

2 stops15h 46m

$342

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Key West

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Key West. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Key West is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Key West (average of $245). Flying from Chicago to Key West in October is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 EYW?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Key West. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

When flying from Chicago to Key West, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

The best insider tips for Chicago to Key West flights

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

For a quick departure from ORD, consider taking the 'L' train to avoid Chicago traffic delays.

Read more about ORDBy Ramsey Qubein
EYW

After landing at EYW, you can quickly reach most island points within ten minutes by car.

Read more about EYWBy Terry Ward
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Terry Ward

Terry Ward

Expert on EYW

Terry Ward

Terry Ward

Florida-based travel writer and journalist Terry Ward lives in Tampa and has enjoyed watching the city and its hotel offerings grow to match the area's spectacular Gulf of Mexico beaches.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Key West

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Key West. 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 Key West. Reviews last updated January 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Key West to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,259 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Joseph,Aug 2023

MSP - MCO

Even if you have delta comfort plus, they will move your overhead bag. One of the perks for upgrading is that you have dedicated space for your carry on with comfort plus with delta. They moved my carry on luggage (3) compartments back and put in bags for other passengers that should have gone under their respective seats. When deboarding the plane, there was no help from anyone to retrieve my luggage back several rows. Delta is turning into pure garbage.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, Key West is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Key West from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Key West (EYW) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Key West?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Chicago to Key West in about 5h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 38m. Chicago and Key West are separated by a distance of 1238 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Key West is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $169 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $248 and $249 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 62% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Key West?

    Before booking your flight to Key West from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (71%), Air New Zealand (71%), Republic Airways( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Key West?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Key West? While on average our users pay $572, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $158. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Key West), is priced around $177.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Key West?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Key West 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 Key West?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Key West (average of $245). Flying from Chicago to Key West in October is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 Key West

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Key West. 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 January 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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