How many flights depart from Houston to Chicago on average per week?

As of April 2025, 331 flights take off from Houston and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Houston to Chicago on average per day?

As of April 2025, 47 flights take off from Houston and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 44% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Houston according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to Chicago?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Chicago

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

Prices for flights from Houston to Chicago refresh daily.

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

As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Chicago.

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

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 Houston to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:40 am - 1:17 pmIAH-MDW

2h 37mnonstop

12:21 pm - 3:18 pmMDW-IAH

2h 57mnonstop

$96Frontier

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Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 21

12:44 pm - 3:13 pmIAH-MDW

2h 29mnonstop

11:00 am - 1:51 pmMDW-IAH

2h 51mnonstop

$100Frontier

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Wed, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 30

5:13 pm - 7:59 pmIAH-ORD

2h 46mnonstop

9:09 am - 12:01 pmORD-IAH

2h 52mnonstop

$106Spirit Airlines

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Thu, May 1 - Sun, May 4

9:10 am - 11:50 amIAH-ORD

2h 40mnonstop

12:45 pm - 3:29 pmORD-IAH

2h 44mnonstop

$107Spirit Airlines

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Thu, May 8 - Tue, May 13

1:29 pm - 4:12 pmIAH-ORD

2h 43mnonstop

9:55 am - 12:49 pmORD-IAH

2h 54mnonstop

$177American Airlines

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Tue, May 6 - Sat, May 17

6:05 am - 8:30 amHOU-MDW

2h 25mnonstop

8:45 am - 11:30 amMDW-HOU

2h 45mnonstop

$177Southwest

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Sat, May 3 - Tue, May 6

6:20 pm - 8:45 pmHOU-MDW

2h 25mnonstop

10:25 am - 2:35 pmMDW-HOU

4h 10m1 stop

$184Southwest

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Sat, May 3 - Tue, May 6

9:33 pm - 12:15 amIAH-ORD

2h 42mnonstop

5:15 am - 8:15 amORD-IAH

3h 00mnonstop

$218United Airlines

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Fri, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 29

6:42 pm - 9:30 pmIAH-ORD

2h 48mnonstop

5:15 am - 8:15 amORD-IAH

3h 00mnonstop

$247United Airlines

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Tue, May 6 - Wed, May 14

6:25 am - 9:05 amIAH-ORD

2h 40mnonstop

9:50 am - 12:45 pmORD-IAH

2h 55mnonstop

$253American Airlines

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Wed, Apr 23 - Thu, May 1

Delta flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets

Delta

May 3

HOU4:00 pmHouston Hobby

7h 59m

1 stop

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 10

ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 52m

1 stop

HOU9:17 pmHouston Hobby

$217

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Delta

Apr 16

HOU2:45 pmHouston Hobby

6h 05m

1 stop

ORD8:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 23

ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 33m

1 stop

HOU5:48 pmHouston Hobby

$243

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Delta

Apr 15

HOU10:13 amHouston Hobby

6h 14m

1 stop

ORD4:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 19

ORD2:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 30m

1 stop

HOU9:22 pmHouston Hobby

$273

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United Airlines flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets

United Airlines

Apr 25

IAH9:33 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 42m

ORD12:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 29

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 00m

IAH8:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$218

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United Airlines

May 6

IAH6:42 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 48m

ORD9:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 14

ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 00m

IAH8:15 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$247

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United Airlines

Apr 16

IAH8:40 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 51m

ORD11:31 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 4

ORD9:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 50m

IAH11:50 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$284

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Houston, with most prices found around $149. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston to Chicago during February average around $158.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $297. 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 Houston to Chicago for around $456.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Houston to Chicago during this time can be as low as $167. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $732.

What is the cheapest Houston to Chicago flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Houston when booking 6 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $207 when searching 6 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Houston for as low as $142 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to Chicago 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	$52
Fastest flight time	2h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Houston in the past 72 hours is $52. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $96.

The fastest flight from Houston to Chicago takes 2h 20m

Direct flights go from Houston to Chicago every day.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

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How far is Houston to Chicago by plane?
A flight from Houston to Chicago will travel around 941.3 mi. 2h 25m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Houston to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Chicago?
As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Chicago?
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 Houston to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Chicago

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Frontier	PriceFrom $51	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,277 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $61	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 7,890 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $146	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,619 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,275 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,897 reviews	Search Delta flights

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