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AUS — CHI
May 2 — May 91
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Austin to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (CHI). 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 April 2, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $180 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $99 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $251 |
Good round-trip deal | $331 or less |
Good one-way deal | $182 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Austin to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:12 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop12h 47m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop11h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:39 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop9h 29m
Frontier
Mon 5/45:50 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop11h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:12 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop12h 47m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop11h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/279:57 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop8h 11m
Frontier
Thu 4/305:50 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:12 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop28h 01m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:42 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/125:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 22m
Frontier
Tue 5/196:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/41:10 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:42 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/125:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 22m
Frontier
Tue 5/196:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:12 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop16h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/136:05 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop3h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/11:59 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop8h 03m
Frontier
Wed 6/106:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop6h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:12 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop16h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/136:05 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop3h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/49:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
2 stops16h 25m
Frontier
Wed 5/66:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop7h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$186
Best flights from Austin to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Austin to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Austin to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/137:20 am
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Wed 5/132:10 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:25 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 04m
United Airlines
Wed 5/611:10 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop3h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1![United Airlines logo]()
$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop6h 06m
Delta
Tue 6/167:01 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop7h 57m
Delta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/257:32 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop23h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/511:27 am
RFD
- AUS
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:20 am
AUS
- MDW
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Wed 5/69:40 am
MDW
- AUS
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:45 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 5/139:15 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop3h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/167:00 am
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Sat 5/236:00 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31![Southwest logo]()
$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/13:34 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
Wed 5/66:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop5h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Wed 5/65:00 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Wed 5/138:55 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 7/310:37 am
AUS
- RFD
1 stop22h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/911:27 am
RFD
- AUS
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2912:58 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 6/16:30 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:01 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 56m
United Airlines
Thu 7/306:45 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28![United Airlines logo]()
$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 6/196:51 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop13h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/511:27 am
RFD
- AUS
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$373
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/259:05 am
AUS
- MDW
2 stops5h 30m
Southwest
Mon 4/273:50 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/235:30 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop4h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 7/277:58 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1![United Airlines logo]()
$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Wed 4/2910:55 am
AUS
- MDW
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/69:40 am
MDW
- AUS
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 7/1012:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/1211:27 am
RFD
- AUS
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Wed 5/610:55 am
AUS
- MDW
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/139:40 am
MDW
- AUS
2 stops5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 7/175:09 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop3h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 7/279:02 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1012:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/1211:27 am
RFD
- AUS
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$416
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/203:40 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
United Airlines
Thu 5/286:45 am
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31![United Airlines logo]()
$353
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 5/306:10 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Mon 6/13:45 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/158:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
2 stops16h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/1911:27 am
RFD
- AUS
1 stop12h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 5/13:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Sat 5/26:00 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/2412:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/279:13 pm
RFD
- AUS
2 stops22h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/49:30 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 25m
Southwest
Fri 5/811:40 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31![Southwest logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 7/2412:15 pm
AUS
- RFD
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/279:13 pm
RFD
- AUS
2 stops22h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/111:55 am
AUS
- MDW
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Mon 5/44:50 pm
MDW
- AUS
Nonstop2h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31![Southwest logo]()
$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 5/221:59 pm
AUS
- RFD
2 stops19h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/281:11 pm
RFD
- AUS
1 stop8h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$428
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/59:25 pm
AUS
- MDW
Nonstop2h 30m
Southwest
Mon 6/86:00 pm
MDW
- AUS
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$334
Last-minute flights from Austin to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago. Data last updated April 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago. Data last updated April 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:12 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop16h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/136:05 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop3h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:12 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop16h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/136:05 pm
ORD
- AUS
Nonstop3h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:12 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop12h 47m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop11h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/167:12 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop12h 47m
Frontier
Mon 4/206:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop11h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/279:57 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop8h 11m
Frontier
Thu 4/305:50 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:39 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop9h 29m
Frontier
Sun 5/35:50 am
ORD
- AUS
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/11:10 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Tue 5/59:42 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:12 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop28h 01m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:42 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/41:10 pm
AUS
- ORD
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Wed 5/69:42 pm
ORD
- AUS
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/49:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
2 stops16h 25m
Frontier
Wed 5/66:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop7h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/125:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop17h 22m
Frontier
Tue 5/196:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2312:44 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop9h 18m
Frontier
Thu 5/286:00 am
MDW
- AUS
1 stop10h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$185
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/86:12 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop13h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$99
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 5/229:13 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop23h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/276:00 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop27h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/319:13 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop23h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$103
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/86:12 am
AUS
- RFD
1 stop27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/276:00 am
AUS
- ORD
1 stop27h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 6/305:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
1 stop28h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$105
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:59 pm
AUS
- ORD
1 stop29h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$106
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 5/49:47 pm
AUS
- MDW
2 stops16h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/279:47 pm
AUS
- ORD
2 stops34h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$107
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/286:13 pm
AUS
- ORD
2 stops15h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/207:12 pm
AUS
- ORD
2 stops15h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$109
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin to Chicago 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 April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Chicago that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 5/13
7:20 am-9:45 am
Nonstop2h 25m
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/13
2:10 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop4h 15m
$265
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 4/29
6:25 pm-12:29 am
1 stop6h 04m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/6
11:10 am-2:13 pm
Nonstop3h 03m
$269
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 6/9
6:30 am-12:36 pm
1 stop6h 06m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/16
7:01 am-2:58 pm
1 stop7h 57m
$279
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 4/29
11:20 am-4:45 pm
1 stop5h 25m
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/6
9:40 am-3:35 pm
2 stops5h 55m
$284
AustinChicago
AUS - ORD
AUSORD
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 5/6
5:45 pm-8:37 pm
Nonstop2h 52m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/13
9:15 am-12:21 pm
Nonstop3h 06m
$287
Quickest round-trip
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 5/16
7:00 am-9:30 am
Nonstop2h 30m
Chicago Midway
Sat 5/23
6:00 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop2h 45m
$287
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 5/6
5:00 pm-7:35 pm
Nonstop2h 35m
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/13
8:55 pm-11:35 pm
Nonstop2h 40m
$287
AustinChicago
AUS - RFD
AUSRFD
Austin Bergstrom
Thu 6/25
7:32 pm-6:58 pm
1 stop23h 26m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Sun 7/5
11:27 am-11:29 pm
1 stop12h 02m
$311
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Sat 4/25
9:05 am-2:35 pm
2 stops5h 30m
Chicago Midway
Mon 4/27
3:50 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop5h 15m
$312
AustinChicago
AUS - MDW
AUSMDW
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 4/29
10:55 am-4:50 pm
2 stops5h 55m
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/6
9:40 am-3:35 pm
2 stops5h 55m
$317
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Compare providers for flights from Austin to Chicago
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Austin to Chicago in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Austin-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Austin-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Austin-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Austin to Chicago
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Austin with our price prediction graph.
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AUS-MDW
AUS-ORD
AUS-RFD
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AUS-ORD
AUS-RFD
How far ahead should I book a flight from Austin to Chicago?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from Austin to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Austin to Chicago?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Chicago (average of $54). Flying from Austin to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $162). 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 AUS to CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Austin to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Austin to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Austin to Chicago?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 Austin to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Austin to Chicago. 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 April 2, 2026.
The most flights from AUS to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Austin to Chicago?
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated April 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Austin to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodScott,Feb 2026
HOU - FLL
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Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Austin to Chicago. 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 April 2, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$67 | Average$227 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$143 | Average$295 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$159 | Average$295 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$178 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |