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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. Delta flights start at $110 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $118 one-way.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Salem

The most flights from CHI to SA8 are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salem ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salem when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salem, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Salem?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $169. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Portland) can be booked for $291 on average, our data indicates $705 when flying from Chicago to Salem.

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Salem?

Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Lufthansa (80%) or Air Canada (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Salem.

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

When booking a flight from Chicago to Salem, you may want to consider flying on United Airlines, American Airlines or Alaska Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Salem?

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

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

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

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to SA8?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Salem is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

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

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

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Salem by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

7.9

Good

13,091 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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7.9

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13,091 reviews

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7.9

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13,091 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Southwest

7.9

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4,210 reviews

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7.9

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13,091 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

United Airlines

7.3

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10,390 reviews

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7.9

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13,091 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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7.0

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7.9

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13,091 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

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5.5

Fair

2,524 reviews

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7.9

Good

13,091 reviews

Reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Franzi,Mar 2026

SFO - PDX

I love flying with Alaska. I think they sre the best airline.

Related info for your journey

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Salem one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. Delta flights start at $110 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $118 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Salem?
Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Lufthansa (80%) or Air Canada (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Salem.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Salem?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $169. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Portland) can be booked for $291 on average, our data indicates $705 when flying from Chicago to Salem.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Salem that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Salem flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Salem?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Salem.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Salem?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Salem by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Frontier	Cheapest$155	Average$250	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
JetBlue	Cheapest$191	Average$218	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$197	Average$443	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
United Airlines	Cheapest$217	Average$419	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$222	Average$403	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$239	Average$375	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Delta	Cheapest$256	Average$397	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to SA8?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Salem is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Salem

The most flights from CHI to SA8 are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Salem by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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