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$96+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Portland, ME (PWM)

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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — PWM
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Portland are usually found in March or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Portland (PWM). 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$238
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:58 amORD - PWM
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/313:38 pmPWM - ORD
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/121:45 pmORD - PWM
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/155:37 pmPWM - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:00 amMDW - PWM
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Sat 11/1512:48 pmPWM - MDW
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/15$251
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:45 amORD - PWM
1 stop5h 37mJetBlue
Sat 10/47:09 amPWM - ORD
1 stop12h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sat 11/221:10 pmORD - PWM
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/277:02 amPWM - ORD
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/121:40 pmORD - PWM
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/165:37 pmPWM - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/125:32 amORD - PWM
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Sat 11/1512:10 pmPWM - ORD
2 stops9h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/16$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3111:30 amORD - PWM
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/35:21 pmPWM - ORD
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2111:02 amORD - PWM
2 stops11h 07mDelta
Sat 10/256:30 amPWM - ORD
2 stops11h 20mDelta
Deal found 9/15$261
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/11:35 pmORD - PWM
1 stop7h 31mJetBlue
Sat 10/47:09 amPWM - ORD
1 stop12h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 9/13$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/16:10 pmORD - PWM
Nonstop2h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/75:41 pmPWM - ORD
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$265
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:45 amORD - PWM
1 stop5h 37mJetBlue
Wed 10/157:30 amPWM - ORD
1 stop5h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 9/16$269

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Portland 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Portland that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Portland

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

4:50 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Portland

Tue 10/14

5:41 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$251

ChicagoPortland

MDW - PWM

MDWPWM

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Portland

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-3:43 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$256

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

5:31 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Portland

Tue 11/18

4:51 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$265

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

1:04 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Portland

Sun 12/7

2:34 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$273

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

6:45 am-12:08 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Portland

Mon 12/8

6:15 am-5:46 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$273

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

7:30 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Portland

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$275

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

6:10 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Portland

Fri 10/10

6:25 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$279

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/1

6:10 pm-9:44 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Portland

Sat 10/4

6:14 am-8:05 am

Nonstop2h 51m

$279

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

5:20 am-4:03 pm

2 stops9h 43m

Portland

Mon 11/10

4:53 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop4h 36m

$280

ChicagoPortland

ORD - PWM

ORDPWM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

5:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Portland

Sat 10/25

6:30 am-12:40 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$280

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Portland

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Portland, Maine?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Portland. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Portland, Maine is 50 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 Portland, Maine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Chicago to Portland, Maine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 PWM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Portland, Maine is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Portland, Maine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Portland. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Portland, Maine

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Portland. 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to PWM are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Portland, Maine?

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Portland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Portland (PWM) if they book a flight to Portland from Chicago. On average, Portland has 10 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Portland is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from Portland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Portland, Maine?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Portland, Maine in 5h 23m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 897 mi between Chicago and Portland, Maine. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Portland, Maine round-trip?

    Delta, at $163, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Portland, Maine.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Delta is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Portland, Maine one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $116 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $116 and Delta from $126 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Portland, Maine?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Portland, Maine consider choosing Envoy Air (100%), SkyWest Airlines (74%) or United Airlines (72%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Portland, Maine?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Portland, Maine? While on average our users pay $282, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $129. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Portland), is priced around $214.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Portland 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 Portland, Maine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Portland, Maine (average of $296). Flying from Chicago to Portland, Maine in July is currently the most expensive (average of $394). 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 Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Portland. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$163Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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