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$105+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Reno (RNO)

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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — RNO
Apr 17 — Apr 241
Fri 4/17
Fri 4/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Reno are usually found in April or January, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Reno
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Reno. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 18, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/214:10 pm
ORD
-
RNO
1 stop8h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/227:28 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop9h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/15$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:36 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops20h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 4/218:35 pm
RNO
-
ORD
2 stops11h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/14$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/34:36 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops20h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/218:35 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop7h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/34:36 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops20h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/228:35 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/14$291
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/104:36 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops20h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/1711:02 am
RNO
-
ORD
2 stops10h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/15$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/242:00 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops22h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/298:35 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/15$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:01 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops27h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/1811:02 am
RNO
-
ORD
2 stops16h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/14$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/44:36 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops20h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/228:35 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/14$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/66:16 pm
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops22h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/188:35 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop6h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$296
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/28:00 am
ORD
-
RNO
2 stops13h 40m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 5/57:53 pm
RNO
-
ORD
2 stops12h 53m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$298
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/238:58 pm
ORD
-
RNO
1 stop18h 51m
Frontier
Mon 4/272:44 pm
RNO
-
ORD
1 stop13h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/14$300
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/52:15 pm
MDW
-
RNO
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Sun 6/75:20 am
RNO
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/13$319

Find flight deals from Chicago to Reno

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Reno (RNO). 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 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(Orbitz)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$430

Good round-trip deal

$381 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Reno 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 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Reno that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

4:10 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Reno

Wed 4/22

7:28 pm-6:40 am

1 stop9h 12m

$287

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

8:50 am-10:43 pm

1 stop15h 53m

Reno

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-4:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$307

ChicagoReno

MDW - RNO

MDWRNO

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/6

6:25 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Reno

Sun 4/19

6:40 am-2:35 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$349

ChicagoReno

MDW - RNO

MDWRNO

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/24

1:24 pm-11:27 pm

2 stops12h 03m

Reno

Mon 4/27

11:05 pm-9:56 am

1 stop8h 51m

$354

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

7:59 pm-11:20 am

1 stop17h 21m

Reno

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-4:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$406

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

2:00 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Reno

Sun 5/31

7:34 pm-8:36 am

2 stops11h 02m

$425

ChicagoReno

MDW - RNO

MDWRNO

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/29

6:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop5h 45m

Reno

Sat 5/2

9:35 am-5:40 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$429

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

5:19 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops8h 06m

Reno

Mon 6/8

1:30 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$448

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/25

8:20 am-10:38 pm

1 stop16h 18m

Reno

Fri 4/3

12:56 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$449

ChicagoReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

7:59 pm-11:20 am

1 stop17h 21m

Reno

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$467

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Reno

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Reno 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 Reno

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Reno may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Reno?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Reno (average of $93). Flying from Chicago to Reno in November is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 RNO?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Reno. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 18, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Chicago to Reno by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

How often are flights from Chicago to Reno delayed?

About 28% of weekly flights between Chicago and Reno have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 164 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Reno flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Reno flights?

Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 18% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Reno

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reno. 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 Reno. Reviews last updated March 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Reno 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
4,320 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,320 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,320 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Delta
7.9
Good
8,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,320 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,435 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,320 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,468 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,320 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,025 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,320 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.7 mi from the city center, Reno is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Reno from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Reno (RNO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Reno?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Reno in 6h 30m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago and Reno is about 1675 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Reno is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $77 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $166 and $192 round-trip. Frontier is 81% 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 Reno one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $90 and $92 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Reno?

    On average you can expect to pay $400 for a flight from Chicago to Reno. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Reno) is currently priced at $261.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Reno (average of $93). Flying from Chicago to Reno in November is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Reno

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Reno. 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 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$77Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$166Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$192Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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