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$54+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Texas

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CHI — DFW
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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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 May 5, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 5/319:20 am
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop3h 01m
Frontier
Tue 6/28:55 am
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$111
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1112:31 pm
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 44m
Frontier
Sun 6/148:56 am
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$113
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/204:10 pm
MDW
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DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Thu 6/2512:49 pm
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 10/231:52 pm
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 46m
Frontier
Mon 10/265:43 pm
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$114
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/43:07 pm
MDW
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DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Mon 6/811:55 am
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$114
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/116:15 am
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/148:56 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$116
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:05 pm
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 12m
Frontier
Tue 6/28:12 pm
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$116
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 9/18:34 pm
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 9/89:39 am
DFW
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$117
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/303:07 pm
MDW
-
DFW
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Sat 6/62:25 pm
DFW
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 6/14:05 pm
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 12m
Frontier
Tue 6/99:58 pm
IAH
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ORD
Nonstop2h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 6/34:05 pm
ORD
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IAH
Nonstop3h 12m
Frontier
Sat 6/68:57 pm
IAH
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ORD
1 stop10h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 8/259:34 pm
ORD
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DFW
Nonstop2h 45m
Frontier
Sun 8/305:43 pm
DFW
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ORD
Nonstop2h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$119

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 May 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$111
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$54
(Booking.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$254

Good round-trip deal

$112 or less

Good one-way deal

$62 or less
From Chicago (CHI) to Texas
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Texas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Texas that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoHouston

MDW - IAH

MDWIAH

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

12:27 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/6

10:52 am-10:02 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$153

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

8:40 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/6

12:15 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$190

ChicagoHouston

ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/17

5:30 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/17

3:25 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$197

ChicagoHouston

ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

6:30 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/17

7:02 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$197

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/27

2:59 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/3

10:27 am-4:56 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$197

ChicagoHouston

MDW - IAH

MDWIAH

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

12:11 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/15

10:52 am-10:08 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$204

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/4

9:40 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/8

5:10 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$209
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/29

4:15 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/15

7:15 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$224

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/30

5:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/1

5:10 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$239

ChicagoAustin

ORD - AUS

ORDAUS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

1:14 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 6/10

6:40 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 59m

$241

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Texas

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Texas is 87 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 Texas?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Texas (average of $198). Flying from Chicago to Texas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 5, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Chicago to Texas by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Texas flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 May 5, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to USTX are scheduled on a Monday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 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 May 5, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

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 Frontier, 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?

    $39 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 $42 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 Atlas Air (100%), SkyWest Airlines (100%) and Envoy Air (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Texas?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Texas is $65. On average you can expect to pay $736. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $107.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Texas (average of $198). Flying from Chicago to Texas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Texas

Discover the top 8 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$57Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$137Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ContourCheapest$164Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$190Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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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