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$76+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Memphis (MEM)

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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MEM
Apr 24 — May 11
Fri 4/24
Fri 5/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Memphis are usually found in August or April, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Memphis

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Memphis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Memphis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/165:15 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Sat 4/1812:21 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop7h 31m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 5/236:15 pm
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 5/265:15 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/219:05 pm
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 4/288:10 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:00 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop11h 09m
Frontier
Sun 4/125:54 pm
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop4h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/132:40 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Fri 4/176:10 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 4/167:45 am
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Thu 4/235:25 pm
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 5/510:15 am
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Sat 5/165:25 am
MEM
-
MDW
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/1510:05 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Sat 4/187:00 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/167:30 am
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Sat 4/185:25 am
MEM
-
MDW
2 stops9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/172:40 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Fri 4/245:40 am
MEM
-
ORD
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 4/2211:55 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Wed 4/298:10 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/266:23 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop4h 12m
Delta
Wed 6/36:35 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop6h 07m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$209

Find flight deals from Chicago to Memphis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Memphis (MEM). 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 March 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Southwest)

One-way from

$76
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$347

Good round-trip deal

$245 or less

Good one-way deal

$95 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Memphis.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Memphis 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 March 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Memphis that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

5:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 20m

Memphis

Sat 4/18

12:21 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$197

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/21

9:05 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Memphis

Tue 4/28

8:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$199

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

2:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Memphis

Mon 6/1

9:35 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$202

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/16

7:45 am-3:50 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Memphis

Thu 4/23

5:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 40m

$202

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Memphis

Fri 4/17

4:25 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops6h 20m

$207

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

11:55 am-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Memphis

Wed 4/29

8:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$214
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/15

9:40 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Memphis

Tue 5/19

5:15 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$255

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

8:03 pm-10:04 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Memphis

Sat 4/18

7:30 am-9:26 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$271

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Fri 6/5

6:40 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Memphis

Mon 6/8

4:10 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$274

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/30

5:15 am-9:35 am

1 stop4h 20m

Memphis

Sun 5/3

6:29 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$284

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Deals found on 3/19

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Memphis

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 Memphis in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Memphis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Memphis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Memphis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Memphis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Memphis 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 Memphis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Memphis from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Memphis. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Memphis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 37 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 Memphis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Memphis (average of $113). Flying from Chicago to Memphis in May is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 MEM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Memphis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Memphis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Memphis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Memphis. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Memphis

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Memphis. 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 March 25, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to MEM are scheduled on a Monday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Memphis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Memphis. 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 Memphis. Reviews last updated March 25, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Memphis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,477 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,494 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,017 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    Memphis (MEM), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Memphis. 3 airlines have flights to Memphis from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Memphis should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 28 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Memphis?

    Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from Chicago to Memphis in just under 1h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 35m. Chicago and Memphis are separated by a distance of 481 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Memphis is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $164 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and United Airlines, starting at $183 and $216 round-trip. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $85. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Memphis for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Memphis?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago to Memphis on time: Envoy Air (79%), American Airlines (74%), British Airways (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Memphis?

    On average you can expect to pay $325 for a flight from Chicago to Memphis. The cheapest flight overall is $78 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis) is currently priced at $189.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Memphis (average of $113). Flying from Chicago to Memphis in May is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Memphis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Memphis. 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 March 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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