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$109+ 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — HOU
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(Southwest)

One-way from

$109
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$228
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 July 29, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 8/297:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sun 8/312:40 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/165:45 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Tue 8/196:00 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/28$223
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Thu 9/187:12 pmORD - HOU
1 stop15h 37mSun Country Air
Sun 9/219:36 amHOU - ORD
1 stop7h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/29$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/208:25 amORD - HOU
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:44 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$251

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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

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Hobby

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Price

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

7:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/31

2:40 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$217

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

5:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$223

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

7:12 pm-10:49 am

1 stop15h 37m

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/21

9:36 am-5:18 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$234

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/20

8:25 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/20

6:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$251

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/26

11:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$109

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

6:15 am-3:10 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$114

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

7:45 pm-12:16 pm

1 stop16h 31m

$117

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$164

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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

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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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 55 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 $331). 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 July 29, 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.

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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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 $217 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Sun Country Air, starting at $223 and $234 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for 4% 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?

    $109 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $114 and $117, 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 $331). 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$70Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$170Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$225Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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