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$227+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Wausau (CWA)

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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CWA
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Wed 8/19
Wed 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Wausau

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Wausau
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Wausau. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 20, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Sat 8/153:00 pm
ORD
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CWA
1 stop6h 19m
Delta
Sat 8/224:24 pm
CWA
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ORD
1 stop5h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/15$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sat 8/159:59 am
MDW
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CWA
1 stop5h 43m
Delta
Sat 8/227:01 am
CWA
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MDW
2 stops5h 38m
Delta
Deal found 7/17$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Wed 11/1112:45 pm
ORD
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CWA
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 11/146:00 am
CWA
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ORD
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/15$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/152:48 pm
ORD
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CWA
Nonstop1h 22m
American Airlines
Sat 8/224:40 pm
CWA
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ORD
Nonstop1h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/15$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/188:05 am
ORD
-
CWA
Nonstop1h 21m
American Airlines
Sun 7/199:57 am
CWA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/18$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/258:05 am
ORD
-
CWA
Nonstop1h 21m
American Airlines
Fri 7/316:51 pm
CWA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/15$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sat 8/13:55 pm
ORD
-
CWA
1 stop5h 20m
Delta
Sat 8/87:01 am
CWA
-
ORD
2 stops6h 49m
Delta
Deal found 7/17$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Tue 9/229:40 am
ORD
-
CWA
Nonstop1h 20m
American Airlines
Thu 10/811:30 am
CWA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/314:43 pm
ORD
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CWA
Nonstop1h 21m
American Airlines
Mon 8/36:46 pm
CWA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/15$399
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Fri 8/78:48 am
ORD
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CWA
2 stops6h 54m
Delta
Sun 8/164:24 pm
CWA
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ORD
1 stop5h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/20$404
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 8/189:59 am
MDW
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CWA
1 stop5h 43m
Delta
Mon 8/247:01 am
CWA
-
MDW
1 stop6h 09m
Delta
Deal found 7/19$524
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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 8/259:59 am
MDW
-
CWA
1 stop5h 43m
Delta
Thu 8/277:01 am
CWA
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MDW
2 stops5h 38m
Delta
Deal found 7/17$643

Find flight deals from Chicago to Wausau

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Wausau 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 July 20, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/15

3:00 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 8/22

4:24 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$259

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/11

12:45 pm-2:09 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 11/14

6:00 am-7:27 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$309

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/5

2:48 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Wed 8/12

9:54 am-11:23 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$369

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/15

2:48 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 8/22

4:40 pm-6:22 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$369

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

10:39 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$384
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/22

9:40 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Thu 10/8

11:30 am-12:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$391

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/31

4:43 pm-6:04 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Mon 8/3

6:46 pm-8:33 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$399

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/7

8:48 am-3:42 pm

2 stops6h 54m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sun 8/16

4:24 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$404

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/22

8:55 am-3:40 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Thu 10/8

6:55 am-11:43 am

1 stop4h 48m

$404

ChicagoWausau

ORD - CWA

ORDCWA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/1

3:55 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 8/8

7:01 am-11:37 am

1 stop4h 36m

$414

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Wausau

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Wausau. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 20, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Wausau in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Wausau

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Wausau. 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 July 20, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to CWA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

    Wausau Central Wisconsin (CWA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Wausau. You should not have trouble finding flights to Central Wisconsin from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Wausau airport from Chicago. It is only a 12.6 mi journey from Central Wisconsin (CWA) to Wausau’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Wausau?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Chicago to Wausau in just under 1h 24m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 55m. The distance between Chicago and Wausau is about 212 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Wausau consider choosing Qatar Airways (85%), American Airlines (77%) or Envoy Air (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Wausau?

    On average you can expect to pay $422 for a flight from Chicago to Wausau. The cheapest flight overall is $422 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Wausau Central Wisconsin) is currently priced at $259.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Wausau 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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Top airline flying from Chicago to Wausau

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American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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