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$159+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Lihue (LIH)

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LIH
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Lihue
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Lihue. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/197:10 amORD - LIH
1 stop14h 37mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/308:30 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop10h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$483
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/197:10 amORD - LIH
1 stop14h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/272:00 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop12h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$556
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/197:05 amORD - LIH
1 stop11h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/259:35 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop12h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$623
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/232:40 pmORD - LIH
1 stop12h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:30 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop10h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$694
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/237:06 amORD - LIH
1 stop15h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/293:55 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop11h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$697
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/292:40 pmORD - LIH
1 stop12h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:29 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop10h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$786
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/258:45 amORD - LIH
1 stop12h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:29 pmLIH - ORD
1 stop10h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$811
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/255:15 amMDW - LIH
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Wed 12/319:10 pmLIH - MDW
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$1,028
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/195:10 amMDW - LIH
1 stop12h 05mSouthwest
Sat 12/279:10 pmLIH - MDW
1 stop14h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$1,083
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/295:10 amMDW - LIH
1 stop12h 05mSouthwest
Wed 12/319:10 pmLIH - MDW
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$1,113
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/196:00 amMDW - LIH
2 stops16h 00mDelta
Sat 12/279:20 pmLIH - MDW
2 stops16h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,200
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:00 amMDW - LIH
2 stops16h 00mDelta
Sun 1/49:20 pmLIH - MDW
2 stops17h 12mDelta
Deal found 12/16$1,741

Find flight deals from Chicago to Lihue

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Lihue (LIH). 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 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$348
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$968
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Lihue 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Lihue that are best for you.

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ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

8:20 am-12:47 pm

1 stop32h 27m

Lihue

Tue 3/3

6:48 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 11m

$348

ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

3:44 pm-1:03 pm

1 stop25h 19m

Lihue

Mon 2/9

9:00 pm-2:29 pm

2 stops13h 29m

$348

ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/24

3:07 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Lihue

Tue 3/3

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 09m

$363

ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

8:20 am-6:17 am

2 stops25h 57m

Lihue

Tue 2/24

4:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 09m

$368

ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

3:07 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops26h 42m

Lihue

Tue 3/3

1:33 pm-2:58 pm

2 stops21h 25m

$373

ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-6:17 am

2 stops25h 17m

Lihue

Wed 4/15

1:32 pm-1:59 pm

2 stops19h 27m

$393

ChicagoLihue

ORD - LIH

ORDLIH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/1

9:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Lihue

Sun 2/8

11:00 am-2:29 pm

2 stops23h 29m

$399

ChicagoLihue

MDW - LIH

MDWLIH

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

9:50 am-7:55 pm

2 stops14h 05m

Lihue

Tue 2/17

10:55 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops14h 42m

$414

ChicagoLihue

MDW - LIH

MDWLIH

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

5:05 am-4:25 pm

2 stops15h 20m

Lihue

Wed 3/4

9:15 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$454

ChicagoLihue

MDW - LIH

MDWLIH

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/24

9:34 am-7:55 pm

2 stops14h 21m

Lihue

Wed 3/4

9:45 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$454

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Lihue

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lihue from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lihue (average of $231). Flying from Chicago to Lihue in July is currently the most expensive (average of $545). 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 LIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Lihue. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Lihue in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Lihue

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lihue. 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 Lihue. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Lihue, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,477 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Lihue from Chicago, you will be flying to Lihue, which is the city’s only airport. Lihue (LIH) is located 1.8 mi from the center of Lihue. There are 0 flights from Chicago to Lihue per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Lihue?

    Delta and Southwest can get you from Chicago to Lihue in just under 14h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 15m. Chicago and Lihue are separated by a distance of 4289 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Hawaiian Airlines ($210), Delta ($250), and American Airlines ($391) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Lihue. Hawaiian Airlines is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $210 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $211 and Alaska Airlines from $217 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Lihue (average of $231). Flying from Chicago to Lihue in July is currently the most expensive (average of $545). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Lihue

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Lihue. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$231Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$311Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$390Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$421Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$443Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$468Average$901FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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