Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Reno (RNO) from $62

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
CHI — RNO
Oct 3 — Oct 101

The best prices from Chicago to Reno are usually found in January or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Chicago (CHI) to Reno (RNO)

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to RNO flight in 2023: compare Chicago to Reno flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Reno.

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$355

One-way from

$148
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 30% potential price drop
From Chicago (CHI) to Reno
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Reno

CHI - RNO

Price

$355 - $583

RNO

Temperature

35.6 - 75.2 °F

RNO

Rainfall

0.2 - 1 inches

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

Departing on a Thursday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 47% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 16% by booking at least 36 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Chicago to Reno within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $479.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Reno from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $435 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $199. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in May.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Reno (CHI - RNO)?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Chicago to Reno by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago to Reno

Check out some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've come across from Chicago to Reno. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Chicago to Reno

Some of the best deals we've found on United Airlines flights traveling from Chicago to Reno. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap Chicago to Reno flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for CHI to RNO flights for September, October
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Chicago to Reno 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Reno from Chicago found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Reno from Chicago

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Chicago to Reno flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Reno from Chicago, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Reno from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Reno
Users traveling one-way from Chicago to Reno can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Chicago to Reno should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.

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Chicago MidwayReno

MDW - RNO

MDWRNO

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/27

1 stop12h 54m

Reno

Fri 11/3

1 stop23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare IntlReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/25

1 stop6h 03m

Reno

Mon 10/30

1 stop12h 20m

Chicago MidwayReno

MDW - RNO

MDWRNO

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/17

1 stop6h 49m

Reno

Tue 10/24

2 stops17h 27m

Chicago MidwayReno

MDW - RNO

MDWRNO

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/23

1 stop21h 41m

Reno

Fri 10/27

2 stops21h 06m

Chicago O'Hare IntlReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/14

1 stop14h 48m

Reno

Mon 10/16

1 stop12h 33m

Chicago O'Hare IntlReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/25

1 stop6h 55m

Reno

Sat 10/28

Nonstop3h 52m

Chicago O'Hare IntlReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

1 stop6h 44m

Reno

Tue 1/16

1 stop7h 19m

Chicago O'Hare IntlReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/21

1 stop7h 59m

Reno

Sat 1/27

1 stop8h 04m

Chicago O'Hare IntlReno

ORD - RNO

ORDRNO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/11

1 stop9h 55m

Reno

Tue 1/16

1 stop7h 36m

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Deals found on 9/27

Reviews of airlines servicing Reno

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Chicago to Reno. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Volaris
6.5
Okay
532 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Chicago to Reno flights.

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 is 1 daily inbound flight from Chicago from 6 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Chicago to Reno for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Reno for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $140, but on average you can expect to pay $154.

Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Reno for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 3 direct flights from Chicago to Reno under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Reno is less than $554.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Reno for under $300?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Reno within the next 7 days for less than $300.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Reno round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Reno is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $143 on this airline. Spirit Airlines is 67% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Reno?

On average you can expect to pay $315 for a flight from Chicago to Reno. The cheapest flight overall is $159 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Reno) is currently priced at $134.

What does ORD to RNO mean?

This is defined as Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Reno Airport (RNO). Codes like Reno Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

Alternative routes for Chicago to Reno

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Reno

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Chicago to Reno choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$246Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$429Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Linear Air TaxiCheapest$48,848Average$66,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to Reno

See what time of day planes typically take off from Chicago to Reno
25%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
75%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
0%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Reno

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Chicago to Reno
Sunday0daily flights
Monday2daily flights
Tuesday2daily flights
Wednesday1daily flight
Thursday1daily flight
Friday3daily flights
Saturday1daily flight

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