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$89+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Hobby (HOU)

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — HOU
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Houston Hobby are usually found in February or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Hobby (HOU). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$227
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Houston Hobby
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/77:30 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
mar. 8/125:55 amHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/127:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop5h 11mDelta
lun. 7/146:40 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/11$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/211:24 pmORD - HOU
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/256:00 amHOU - ORD
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$251
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jue. 9/258:12 pmORD - HOU
1 stop13h 19mSun Country Air
dom. 9/289:40 amHOU - ORD
1 stop7h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$280

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/7

7:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Houston Hobby

mar. 8/12

5:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 55m

$177

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 7/12

7:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Houston Hobby

lun. 7/14

6:40 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 29m

$225

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/21

1:24 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Houston Hobby

lun. 8/25

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

$251

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 7/12

6:09 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop23h 09m

Houston Hobby

mié. 7/16

10:15 am-5:27 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$295

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 7/25

5:01 am-8:54 pm

2 stops15h 53m

Houston Hobby

vie. 8/1

5:35 am-7:11 pm

1 stop13h 36m

$561

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/12

7:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$89

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/14

5:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$109

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/9

11:54 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$126

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 7/6

6:45 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$228

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 6/28

5:01 am-5:18 pm

2 stops36h 17m

$366

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Hobby

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Hobby. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 ORD to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Houston, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Hobby. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $177 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $225 and $251 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $109 and $126, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Hobby that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Hobby flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Hobby?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Hobby.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Hobby?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Hobby 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 5 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Hobby

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Hobby. 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$65Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$73Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$142Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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