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4:44 pm - 7:32 pmORD-IAH
2h 48mnonstop
8:37 pm - 11:18 pmIAH-ORD
2h 41mnonstop
$75Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 12
7:25 am - 10:24 amORD-IAH
2h 59mnonstop
11:24 am - 2:09 pmIAH-ORD
2h 45mnonstop
$83Frontier
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Sat, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 4
4:27 pm - 7:23 pmORD-IAH
2h 56mnonstop
8:37 pm - 11:18 pmIAH-ORD
2h 41mnonstop
$84Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 12
8:45 am - 11:35 amMDW-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
12:35 pm - 3:06 pmIAH-MDW
2h 31mnonstop
$85Frontier
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
1:05 pm - 5:45 pmMDW-HOU
4h 40m1 stop
6:55 am - 9:15 amHOU-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$173Southwest
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Wed, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 26
10:45 pm - 1:30 amMDW-HOU
2h 45mnonstop
10:45 pm - 1:10 amHOU-MDW
2h 25mnonstop
$177Southwest
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Thu, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 17
6:18 pm - 9:28 pmORD-IAH
3h 10mnonstop
6:40 pm - 9:24 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
$197United Airlines
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Thu, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 8
10:35 am - 1:38 pmORD-IAH
3h 03mnonstop
9:38 pm - 12:15 amIAH-ORD
2h 37mnonstop
$233United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 25 - Thu, Feb 27
1:30 pm - 7:43 pmORD-HOU
6h 13m1 stop
6:00 am - 11:03 amHOU-ORD
5h 03m1 stop
$283American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 16
8:05 am - 3:08 pmORD-HOU
7h 03m1 stop
6:33 pm - 12:18 amHOU-ORD
5h 45m1 stop
$287American Airlines
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Tue, Mar 11 - Sat, Mar 15
9:25 am - 12:15 pmMDW-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
$43Frontier
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Wed, Mar 12
3:59 pm - 6:50 pmMDW-IAH
2h 51mnonstop
$45Frontier
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Wed, Apr 30
4:44 pm - 7:32 pmORD-IAH
2h 48mnonstop
$47Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Mar 1
1:58 pm - 4:45 pmORD-IAH
2h 47mnonstop
$50Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Feb 13
9:50 pm - 12:51 amORD-IAH
3h 01mnonstop
$71United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 30
9:20 pm - 12:05 amMDW-HOU
2h 45mnonstop
$71Southwest
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Tue, Mar 25
1:40 pm - 4:30 pmMDW-HOU
2h 50mnonstop
$79Southwest
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Tue, Feb 25
9:15 am - 12:16 pmORD-IAH
3h 01mnonstop
$89United Airlines
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Thu, Apr 24
5:00 am - 9:45 amORD-HOU
4h 45m1 stop
$129American Airlines
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Sun, Feb 23
11:47 am - 7:44 pmORD-HOU
7h 57m1 stop
$148American Airlines
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Fri, Feb 7
8:34 am - 11:31 amORD-IAH
2h 57mnonstop
8:50 pm - 11:34 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
$96Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 28 - Sat, Feb 1
6:06 pm - 12:15 amORD-IAH
6h 09m1 stop
8:50 pm - 11:34 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
$126Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Jan 26 - Thu, Jan 30
10:09 am - 1:08 pmORD-IAH
2h 59mnonstop
8:50 pm - 11:34 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
Sun, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 29
4:27 pm - 7:17 pmMDW-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
8:15 pm - 10:46 pmIAH-MDW
2h 31mnonstop
$158Frontier
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Sun, Jan 26 - Mon, Jan 27
6:48 pm - 9:38 pmMDW-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
8:15 pm - 10:46 pmIAH-MDW
2h 31mnonstop
$159Frontier
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Fri, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 27
12:25 pm - 8:28 pmORD-IAH
8h 03m1 stop
9:17 pm - 9:52 amIAH-ORD
12h 35m1 stop
Sat, Jan 25 - Sat, Feb 8
8:25 am - 11:15 amMDW-HOU
2h 50mnonstop
11:20 am - 1:45 pmHOU-MDW
2h 25mnonstop
$510Southwest
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Mon, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 30
3:15 pm - 7:45 pmMDW-HOU
4h 30m1 stop
11:20 am - 1:45 pmHOU-MDW
2h 25mnonstop
$515Southwest
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Mon, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 30
10:00 am - 3:47 pmORD-HOU
5h 47m1 stop
6:45 pm - 11:59 pmHOU-ORD
5h 14m1 stop
$851American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 28 - Tue, Jan 28
6:45 pm - 11:55 pmORD-HOU
5h 10m1 stop
9:14 am - 2:25 pmHOU-ORD
5h 11m1 stop
$1,138American Airlines
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Sun, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 3
4:44 pm - 7:32 pmORD-IAH
2h 48mnonstop
8:37 pm - 11:18 pmIAH-ORD
2h 41mnonstop
$75Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 12
7:25 am - 10:24 amORD-IAH
2h 59mnonstop
11:24 am - 2:09 pmIAH-ORD
2h 45mnonstop
$83Frontier
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Sat, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 4
4:27 pm - 7:23 pmORD-IAH
2h 56mnonstop
8:37 pm - 11:18 pmIAH-ORD
2h 41mnonstop
$84Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 12
8:45 am - 11:35 amMDW-IAH
2h 50mnonstop
12:35 pm - 3:06 pmIAH-MDW
2h 31mnonstop
$85Frontier
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
8:22 pm - 11:20 pmORD-IAH
2h 58mnonstop
6:20 am - 9:00 amIAH-ORD
2h 40mnonstop
$159American Airlines
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Thu, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 29
5:20 am - 8:15 amMDW-HOU
2h 55mnonstop
6:55 am - 9:15 amHOU-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$167Southwest
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Tue, Feb 18 - Tue, Feb 25
10:45 pm - 1:30 amMDW-HOU
2h 45mnonstop
10:45 pm - 1:10 amHOU-MDW
2h 25mnonstop
$177Southwest
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Thu, Mar 13 - Mon, Mar 17
6:18 pm - 9:28 pmORD-IAH
3h 10mnonstop
6:40 pm - 9:24 pmIAH-ORD
2h 44mnonstop
$197United Airlines
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Thu, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 8
2:18 pm - 5:24 pmORD-IAH
3h 06mnonstop
8:25 pm - 11:13 pmIAH-ORD
2h 48mnonstop
$206United Airlines
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Tue, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 15
8:30 pm - 11:30 pmORD-IAH
3h 00mnonstop
6:30 am - 9:04 amIAH-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
$222American Airlines
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Fri, Feb 21 - Mon, Feb 24

Southwest flights from Chicago to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Houston flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 19
MDW1:05 pmChicago Midway
4h 40m
1 stop
HOU5:45 pmHouston Hobby
Feb 26
HOU6:55 amHouston Hobby
2h 20m
MDW9:15 amChicago Midway
Southwest
Mar 13
MDW10:45 pmChicago Midway
2h 45m
HOU1:30 amHouston Hobby
Mar 17
HOU10:45 pmHouston Hobby
2h 25m
MDW1:10 amChicago Midway
Southwest
Mar 18
MDW5:30 amChicago Midway
2h 45m
HOU8:15 amHouston Hobby
Mar 22
HOU8:15 pmHouston Hobby
2h 30m
MDW10:45 pmChicago Midway

Delta flights from Chicago to Houston

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Houston flight tickets
Delta
Feb 25
ORD5:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 46m
1 stop
IAH11:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Feb 27
IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 49m
1 stop
ORD1:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Apr 14
MDW3:02 pmChicago Midway
7h 19m
1 stop
IAH10:21 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Apr 23
IAH5:25 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 05m
1 stop
MDW12:30 pmChicago Midway
Delta
Feb 5
MDW5:05 pmChicago Midway
5h 24m
1 stop
HOU10:29 pmHouston Hobby
Feb 12
HOU10:50 amHouston Hobby
5h 30m
1 stop
MDW4:20 pmChicago Midway

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Houston?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Chicago, with most prices found around $152. The month of October is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $164.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from Chicago is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $429. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Sunday is $742.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Houston flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Houston in the evening for as low as $283. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $362. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Houston flight route?

Fly from Chicago Midway to Houston George Bush Intcntl for the best Chicago - Houston flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from Chicago when booking 3 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $219 when searching 3 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Chicago for as low as $154 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Houston flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Houston flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found

$43

Fastest flight time

2h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Houston

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Houston from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $43. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Houston found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $75.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Houston takes 2h 35m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Houston every day.
There are 2 airports near Houston: Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), Houston Hobby (HOU)

  • How far is Chicago to Houston by plane?

    There are 941.3 mi between Chicago and Houston. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Houston?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Houston are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Houston?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Houston?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Houston.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

    The required travel and health documents for your Houston trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Houston

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FrontierPriceFrom $57Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,441 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $69Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,109 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,970 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $176Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,512 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,652 reviews
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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Houston from Chicago which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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