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$44+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Texas

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CHI — DFW
Mar 16 — Mar 231
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Texas

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Texas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Texas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 14, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/107:30 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Thu 4/169:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$84
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.
Sat 4/118:10 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Sun 4/199:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/13$85
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/58:25 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Thu 5/79:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$87
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 2/267:00 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/285:15 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 3/249:45 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop2h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/2611:41 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$89
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/812:45 pm
ORD
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DFW
1 stop8h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/189:07 pm
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$90
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/39:18 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/55:15 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$90
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:14 pm
ORD
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DFW
1 stop8h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/189:07 pm
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$91
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/259:45 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop2h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/316:14 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$91
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/224:21 pm
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop3h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/266:45 am
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/14$92
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:25 am
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 07m
Frontier
Sun 4/269:27 am
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$92
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sun 4/128:30 am
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 56m
Frontier
Fri 4/1710:17 pm
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 2/12$93

Find flight deals from Chicago to Texas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Texas flight deals. Data was last updated February 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$84
(Frontier)

One-way from

$44
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$209

Good round-trip deal

$97 or less

Good one-way deal

$80 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to Texas
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Texas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Texas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Texas.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Texas 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 14, 2026.
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ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

9:14 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/19

9:26 pm-9:50 am

1 stop12h 24m

$149

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

3:52 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/2

9:05 am-11:42 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$157

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/5

8:40 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/12

8:40 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$157

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/24

8:35 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 3/31

7:50 am-11:40 am

1 stop3h 50m

$167

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/10

10:30 am-4:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 3/17

10:00 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$167

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DAL

ORDDAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

2:40 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 5/19

8:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$172

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DAL

ORDDAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

2:40 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Sat 4/18

9:00 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$172

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/7

8:07 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/13

7:27 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$174

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DAL

ORDDAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

4:15 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 3/10

8:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$175

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DFW

MDWDFW

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

12:51 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/19

1:24 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Texas

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Texas?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Texas (average of $56). Flying from Chicago to Texas in May is currently the most expensive (average of $88). 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 TX?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Texas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 14, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from Chicago to Texas by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Texas

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Texas. 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 14, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to USTX are scheduled on a Saturday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Texas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Texas. 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 Texas. Reviews last updated February 14, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Texas to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

Chicago to Texas Travel Guide

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is the main airport serving the Dallas and Fort Worth area. This is where the headquarters for American Airlines is located. It’s the fourth busiest airport in the entire world. It’s the busiest airport in Texas and the ninth busiest in the United States for international traffic. DFW is located between Fort Worth and Dallas. By acreage, this is the second-largest airport in the US. It has its own post office zip code due to its size.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston is situated about 23 miles from the downtown area in Houston. The airport is the 15th busiest in the US. It serves more than 40 million passengers in a year.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Texas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Chicago to Texas flights?

    You can fly out of Chicago O’Hare or Chicago Midway International Airport to go to Texas, but you’ll likely find more flights from O’Hare. There are several airports to choose from in Texas. Two of the largest with the most flights available are Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Chicago to Texas?

    There are direct flights from Chicago O’Hare to Houston Airport on Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and United. The flight will take about 2h 45m. You’ll find more non-stop flights between O’Hare and Dallas. You can fly Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, or United as well. American offers a lot of choices since they’re headquartered in Dallas.

  • What are the stopover options between Chicago to Texas?

    You’ll find stopovers on Spirit in Orlando. Most of the stopovers are just a couple of hours. Delta offers flights that stop in Atlanta. Most of these stopovers are an hour or less so your total travel time is under five hours. Flying with Frontier, you could be stopping in Branson on your way to Dallas. You will also see stops in Fayetteville, Columbia, Oklahoma City, or St. Louis amongst others.

  • Do I need a passport or a visa to fly from Chicago to Texas?

    No, you will not need a passport or a visa to make this trip. This is a domestic flight so only valid identification is required.

  • Does O'Hare International have sustainable practices?

    Chicago's O'Hare International Airport is recognized for its efforts toward achieving a sustainable aviation industry. The airport has implemented various policies geared towards reducing its carbon footprint and preserving the environment. One of its main policies is a ban on polystyrene foam consumer packaging and the use of disposable plastic utensils, bags, and containers in the airport and its environs. The airport is dedicated to hygienic products and procurement of sustainable utensils and packaging materials. The airport is also currently working on a Sustainable Airport Manual to guide its efforts throughout the airport.

  • Which airlines have sustainable practices flying from Chicago to Texas?

    The Chicago-Texas flight route is served by multiple airlines with sustainable practices, including United Airlines. The airline remains committed to reducing carbon emissions by promoting alternative Sustainable Aviation Fuel. Despite the limited supply of SAF, United Airlines is still looking forward to bringing more airlines on board to scale up production and explore other routes. Other airlines with sustainable practices include Delta, American Airlines, KLM, and Alaska. Some of these airlines, such as KLM, have gone ahead to encourage their passengers to explore other sustainable transport options to reduce their carbon footprint and increase carbon offset.

  • Which airport has sustainable features in Texas?

    Texas is home to some of the largest airports in the country, including Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Houston International Airport, and Texas Airport. However, DFW stands out for its strategic plans to ensure zero emissions by 2030. Over the years, the airport has invested millions in realizing an environmentally-friendly space. Some of the features you can expect include smart trash cans and paper towel dispensers. The airport has also implemented the use of renewable fuel for its shuttles as well as the introduction of all-electric models to lower its carbon emissions.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Texas?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Texas in 2h 40m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 938 mi between Chicago and Texas. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $34 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $40 and $73, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Texas?

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Texas are Envoy Air (100%), Air Chathams (100%) and Avianca (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Texas?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Texas is $74. On average you can expect to pay $872. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $64.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Texas (average of $56). Flying from Chicago to Texas in May is currently the most expensive (average of $88). 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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Alternative routes for Chicago to Texas

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Top 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Texas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Texas. 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 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$57Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$146Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$150Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ContourCheapest$164Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$207Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

Helpful tips for your next trip to Texas

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Texas. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • There are several airlines flying from Chicago to Texas; consider using one with sustainable practices, such as the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuels. This way, you can promote an environmentally-friendly aviation industry.
  • Look for newer aircraft since, as technology advances, planes are getting equipped with fuel efficiency features to reduce carbon emissions and increase flight distances.
  • You should also consider taking direct flights to Texas from Chicago to reduce your travel time and lower your carbon footprint. Planes consume more energy when landing or taking off, which increases their carbon emissions compared to when they stay in the air.

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