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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, with most prices found around $120. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Philadelphia to Chicago during July average around $161.
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 Thursday 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 Philadelphia to Chicago for around $406.
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 Philadelphia to Chicago during this time can be as low as $172. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $360.
What is the cheapest Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $246 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Philadelphia for as low as $186 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Chicago flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Philadelphia to Chicago 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 Philadelphia to Chicago?
Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Philadelphia to Chicago
What airlines fly to Chicago?
American Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Philadelphia according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% 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 Philadelphia to Chicago on average per day?
As of February 2025, 24 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 40% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Philadelphia to Chicago on average per week?
As of February 2025, 174 flights take off from Philadelphia and land in Chicago each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Is flying the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Chicago?
We’ve found that taking a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago with Southwest is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Philadelphia to Chicago or a bus from Philadelphia to Chicago can take you longer than a 2h 05m flight.
Is flying the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Taking a flight to your destination is the cheapest option we’ve found in the past few days. The cheapest price we’ve found for this option is $102, making it less expensive than a train from Philadelphia to Chicago and cheaper than a bus from Philadelphia to Chicago.
How far is Philadelphia to Chicago by plane?
A flight from Philadelphia to Chicago will travel around 663.6 mi. 2h 05m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Chicago?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Chicago as of February 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Philadelphia Airport to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Philadelphia Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Philadelphia to Chicago is Boeing 737-800 (23.59% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (13.27%), Airbus A321-100/200 (10.07%), and Airbus A319 (8.67%).
What is the most popular airline from Philadelphia to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Philadelphia to Chicago is Frontier (52% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (28%), United Airlines (15%), and Southwest (5%).
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $48 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,342 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $131 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,734 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $157 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,163 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $158 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,374 reviews |
Southwest Flights From Philadelphia to Chicago
Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Philadelphia to Chicago, operating 24 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Philadelphia to Chicago starts from $158 round-trip, up to an average price of $272. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.1/10.
United Airlines Flights From Philadelphia to Chicago
United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Philadelphia to Chicago start from as low as $138 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $284. United Airlines operates 15 flights to Chicago from Philadelphia in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,734 reviews.
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It is quick and easy to find Philadelphia to Chicago flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Chicago that suits you.
Can I find flights from Philadelphia to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chicago from Philadelphia with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Philadelphia to Chicago?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Philadelphia to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chicago from Philadelphia. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.