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

According to our current data, Southwest ($163), United Airlines ($164), and Frontier ($165) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Philadelphia. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Philadelphia for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $85. Users have also found prices from $87 and $89 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Chicago to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 day to fly from Chicago to Philadelphia?

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Philadelphia

The most flights from CHI to PHL are scheduled on a Thursday (52 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Philadelphia is $79. On average you can expect to pay $1,292. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Philadelphia), can usually be booked for $134.

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia on time: Air Canada (87%), Air New Zealand (84%), United Airlines (83%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Philadelphia?

The most popular airlines flying from Chicago to Philadelphia are American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Philadelphia?

Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 62% on the overall cost on flights from Chicago to Philadelphia.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia?

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago to Philadelphia, book at least 49 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 72% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $136 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $205.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Philadelphia?

August can be a great time to fly to Philadelphia from Chicago with a flight ticket averaging about $232. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $52. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to PHL?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Philadelphia in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Chicago?

If you book a flight to Philadelphia from Chicago, you will be flying to Philadelphia, which is the city’s only airport. Philadelphia (PHL) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Philadelphia. There are 36 flights from Chicago to Philadelphia per day from 6 different airlines.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Philadelphia?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$85+ Flights from Chicago to Philadelphia

Round-trip from	$163 (Southwest)
One-way from	$85 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$207
Good round-trip deal	$174 or less
Good one-way deal	$112 or less

ORD

ORD's free shuttle train connects terminals, useful for navigating between nearly 200 gates. Plan for long walks if switching terminals.

MDW

Use the “L” train for easy access to MDW. The Orange Line stops directly at the airport, taking less than 30 minutes from downtown.

PHL

For quick access to downtown, use SEPTA's Airport Line. It's efficient and operates from 5:00 a.m. to midnight.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$53	Average$120	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$63	Average$333	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$118	Average$472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$138	Average$309	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$152	Average$279	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$172	Average$291	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

$85+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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

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

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