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$89+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Seattle (SEA)

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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — SEA
Mar 18 — Mar 251
Wed 3/18
Wed 3/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 16, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Thu 5/216:55 am
ORD
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SEA
Nonstop4h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 5/266:00 am
SEA
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ORD
Nonstop4h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14$178
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Mon 5/187:30 am
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 44m
American Airlines
Fri 5/2911:58 pm
SEA
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ORD
Nonstop4h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Thu 9/36:50 am
ORD
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SEA
Nonstop4h 29m
American Airlines
Sun 9/612:34 am
SEA
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ORD
Nonstop4h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/286:20 am
ORD
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SEA
1 stop13h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/36:57 pm
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop12h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2010:55 am
ORD
-
SEA
1 stop24h 32m
Frontier
Mon 5/410:42 am
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop17h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/136:05 pm
ORD
-
SEA
2 stops17h 22m
Frontier
Sun 4/269:35 pm
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop31h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/149:40 pm
MDW
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SEA
Nonstop4h 35m
Southwest
Wed 3/258:15 pm
SEA
-
MDW
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 2/15$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 3/1012:54 pm
ORD
-
SEA
1 stop8h 34m
United Airlines
Sat 3/1411:59 pm
SEA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$185
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/102:20 pm
ORD
-
SEA
Nonstop4h 38m
Delta
Sat 3/145:55 pm
SEA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/15$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sat 4/256:20 am
ORD
-
SEA
1 stop13h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/510:42 am
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop17h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/15$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sat 3/72:26 pm
ORD
-
SEA
1 stop8h 32m
United Airlines
Sat 3/1411:59 pm
SEA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:20 am
ORD
-
SEA
1 stop13h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/269:35 pm
SEA
-
ORD
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$189

Find flight deals from Chicago to Seattle

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Seattle (SEA). 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 February 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$89
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$235

Good round-trip deal

$195 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Seattle 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 February 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Seattle that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Seattle

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSeattle

ORD - SEA

ORDSEA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-8:32 am

Nonstop4h 32m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 4/26

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

$201

ChicagoSeattle

MDW - SEA

MDWSEA

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/25

6:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/5

7:10 pm-5:45 am

1 stop8h 35m

$205

ChicagoSeattle

ORD - SEA

ORDSEA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/2

7:15 am-10:04 am

Nonstop4h 49m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/9

10:54 am-5:04 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$235

ChicagoSeattle

MDW - SEA

MDWSEA

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/5

9:40 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/12

11:45 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 00m

$235

ChicagoSeattle

ORD - SEA

ORDSEA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-8:32 am

Nonstop4h 32m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/5

1:28 pm-7:52 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$235

ChicagoSeattle

ORD - SEA

ORDSEA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

12:46 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 5/2

7:15 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$235

ChicagoSeattle

MDW - SEA

MDWSEA

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/25

9:20 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 4/1

5:30 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$235

ChicagoSeattle

ORD - SEA

ORDSEA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-8:37 am

Nonstop4h 37m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 4/25

12:29 am-6:40 am

Nonstop4h 11m

$236

ChicagoSeattle

ORD - SEA

ORDSEA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/4

6:00 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop4h 41m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 7/12

7:20 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$237

ChicagoSeattle

MDW - SEA

MDWSEA

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/25

9:20 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/31

8:25 pm-5:45 am

1 stop7h 20m

$245

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Seattle

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 Seattle in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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-Seattle flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Seattle flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Seattle flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Seattle 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-Seattle 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 Seattle

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Seattle from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Seattle is 31 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 Seattle?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Seattle (average of $113). Flying from Chicago to Seattle in December is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 16, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Seattle in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Seattle. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Seattle

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Seattle. 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 February 16, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to SEA are scheduled on a Friday (44 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

The best insider tips for Chicago to Seattle flights

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Reviews of airlines servicing Seattle

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seattle. 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 Seattle. Reviews last updated February 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines from Chicago to Seattle. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,204 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,833 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,299 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,884 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SJC - SEA

The flight was great. Don’t have to make it better. Everything was OK.

Related info for your journey

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

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), located 11.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Seattle. 7 airlines have flights to Seattle/Tacoma Intl from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Seattle/Tacoma Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 35 inbound flights from Chicago per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Seattle?

    For as low as $201, Alaska Airlines can have you in Seattle from Chicago in 4h 32m. The distance from Chicago to Seattle is about 1715 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Seattle is Hawaiian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $84 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Frontier, starting at $110 and $153 round-trip. Hawaiian Airlines is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $64. Hawaiian Airlines flights start at $84 while deals on Delta start at $84 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Seattle?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Seattle consider choosing Brussels Airlines (82%), Austrian Airlines (77%) or Lufthansa (74%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Seattle?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $88. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Seattle/Tacoma Intl) can be booked for $115 on average, our data indicates $640 when flying from Chicago to Seattle.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Seattle (average of $113). Flying from Chicago to Seattle in December is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 Seattle

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Seattle. 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 February 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$84Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$110Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$153Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$169Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$194Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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