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

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

As of January 2025, 33 flights take off from Houston and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 46% 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 33% 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.

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

As of January 2025, 231 flights take off from Houston and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 January 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.

$43 Cheap Flights from Houston to Chicago in 2025

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $116 to $267. The lowest price recently found on this route was $37.

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Houston to Chicago that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

8:37 pm - 11:18 pmIAH-ORD

2h 41mnonstop

3:31 pm - 6:23 pmORD-IAH

2h 52mnonstop

$52Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 5

8:37 pm - 11:18 pmIAH-ORD

2h 41mnonstop

7:25 am - 10:24 amORD-IAH

2h 59mnonstop

$56

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Sat, Mar 1 - Tue, Mar 4

11:24 am - 2:09 pmIAH-ORD

2h 45mnonstop

7:25 am - 10:24 amORD-IAH

2h 59mnonstop

$57Frontier

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Sat, Feb 22 - Tue, Feb 25

10:40 am - 1:17 pmIAH-MDW

2h 37mnonstop

12:21 pm - 3:18 pmMDW-IAH

2h 57mnonstop

$57Frontier

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Wed, May 14 - Wed, May 21

5:20 am - 7:45 amHOU-MDW

2h 25mnonstop

7:55 am - 10:35 amMDW-HOU

2h 40mnonstop

$159Southwest

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Wed, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 28

8:20 pm - 10:50 pmHOU-MDW

2h 30mnonstop

6:25 pm - 11:45 pmMDW-HOU

5h 20m1 stop

$169Southwest

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Wed, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 28

6:30 am - 9:04 amIAH-ORD

2h 34mnonstop

8:30 pm - 11:30 pmORD-IAH

3h 00mnonstop

$187American Airlines

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Sat, Feb 22 - Mon, Feb 24

6:30 am - 9:04 amIAH-ORD

2h 34mnonstop

8:30 pm - 11:30 pmORD-IAH

3h 00mnonstop

$188American Airlines

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Sat, Feb 22 - Mon, Feb 24

6:00 am - 12:09 pmIAH-ORD

6h 09m1 stop

5:25 pm - 11:56 pmORD-IAH

6h 31m1 stop

$217Delta

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Tue, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 21

11:54 am - 6:11 pmIAH-MDW

6h 17m1 stop

10:19 am - 4:10 pmMDW-IAH

5h 51m1 stop

$217Delta

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Frontier flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets

Frontier

Feb 22

IAH11:24 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 45m

ORD2:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD7:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 59m

IAH10:24 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$57

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Frontier

Feb 20

IAH9:09 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 45m

ORD11:54 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD7:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 59m

IAH10:24 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$67

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Frontier

Mar 4

IAH11:24 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

2h 45m

ORD2:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 6

ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 59m

IAH9:24 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$68

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Delta flights from Houston to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Houston to Chicago flight tickets

Delta

Apr 15

IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

6h 09m

1 stop

ORD12:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 21

ORD5:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 31m

1 stop

IAH11:56 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

$217

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Delta

Feb 13

HOU10:25 amHouston Hobby

5h 20m

1 stop

ORD3:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 19

ORD5:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 16m

1 stop

HOU10:29 pmHouston Hobby

$308

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Delta

Feb 4

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

7h 43m

1 stop

ORD1:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 5

ORD5:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 19m

1 stop

HOU10:29 pmHouston Hobby

$317

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Houston to Chicago

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

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 $148. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Houston to Chicago during April average around $162.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $274. 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 $447.

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 $170. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $713.

What is the cheapest Houston to Chicago flight route?

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

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 $208 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 $144 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.

Cheap Houston to Chicago flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$43
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 $43. The best round-trip flight deal from Houston to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $52.

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 20m 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 January 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 $46	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.0 3,424 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $64	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,087 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $140	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,913 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $143	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 4,587 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 8,454 reviews	Search Delta flights

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