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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Austin?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Austin?
The cheapest month to fly to Austin from Chicago is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around $297, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Austin in April, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Chicago to Austin during May average around $312.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Austin?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Austin is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $332. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago to Austin for around $403.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Austin?
At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Austin when you can find flight prices for as low as $351. Flying to Austin at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Austin are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $370. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest Chicago to Austin Bergstrom flight route?
Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Austin Bergstrom for the best Chicago - Austin Bergstrom flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Austin?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Austin from Chicago when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Austin for around $350 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Austin from Chicago for as low as $287 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Austin Bergstrom flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Austin Bergstrom flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom?
Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom
What airlines fly to Austin?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Austin from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Austin. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Austin on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Austin on average per day?
As of March 2025, there are 20 flights per day flying from Chicago to Austin. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00PM, with 47% of flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Chicago to Austin on average per week?
As of March 2025, 145 flights take off from Chicago and land in Austin each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 27% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to Austin?
At 2h 30m, choosing to opt for a flight from Chicago to Austin for this trip versus opting for a train from Chicago to Austin or a bus from Chicago to Austin can save you time on travel.
Is flying the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Austin?
Expect a flight to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a flight has deals available from $136. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a train from Chicago to Austin or a bus from Chicago to Austin can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.
How far is Chicago to Austin Bergstrom by plane?
A flight from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom will travel around 978.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 30m.
What is the carbon footprint of flying from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom?
Flying from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom has a carbon footprint of about 854lb. Flight search results on momondo can be sorted by their carbon footprint. The carbon footprint of this journey by train would be 212lb - a 76% reduction. By bus, this journey’s emissions can be cut to 133lb. This would result in a 85% smaller carbon footprint vs. flying.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom Airport is 6 as of March 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Austin Bergstrom Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Austin Bergstrom Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Austin Bergstrom Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Austin Bergstrom Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Austin?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Chicago to Austin is Boeing 737-800, representing 17.33% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A319 at 15.50%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.89%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 11.46%.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Austin?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to Austin is American Airlines (37% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (29%), Southwest (23%), and Frontier (11%).
Best airlines flying from Chicago to Austin
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $58 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,271 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $129 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,881 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $177 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $177 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,273 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $177 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,895 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $220 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,603 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Chicago to Austin
Southwest flight deals from Chicago to Austin start from $177 round-trip. Over the 28 Southwest flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $371 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Austin
$220 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Chicago to Austin found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $412, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,603 user reviews) flies into Austin from Chicago 15 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Can I find flights from Chicago to Austin with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Chicago to Austin with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Chicago to Austin?
Once you have performed a search for Chicago to Austin flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
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