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11:13 am - 1:20 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
5:05 am - 8:53 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
$53Frontier
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Thu, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 23
11:43 am - 1:50 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
7:00 am - 10:48 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
$56Frontier
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Thu, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 9
12:16 pm - 2:23 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
6:20 am - 10:08 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
Tue, Jan 14 - Tue, Feb 18
5:40 pm - 7:47 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
6:20 am - 10:08 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
Fri, Feb 21 - Tue, Feb 25
12:16 pm - 2:23 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
7:26 am - 11:11 amORD-TPA
2h 45mnonstop
$100Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 14
5:49 am - 7:47 amTPA-ORD
2h 58mnonstop
7:26 am - 11:11 amORD-TPA
2h 45mnonstop
$104Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 14
7:15 am - 9:05 amTPA-MDW
2h 50mnonstop
2:50 pm - 6:25 pmMDW-TPA
2h 35mnonstop
$164Southwest
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Wed, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 25
5:55 pm - 7:45 pmTPA-MDW
2h 50mnonstop
5:25 am - 9:05 amMDW-TPA
2h 40mnonstop
$170Southwest
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Thu, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 26
8:40 am - 1:08 pmTPA-MDW
5h 28m1 stop
3:41 pm - 10:01 pmMDW-TPA
5h 20m1 stop
$202Delta
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Wed, Jan 15 - Sat, Jan 18
9:00 am - 1:45 pmTPA-ORD
5h 45m1 stop
5:55 pm - 12:26 amORD-TPA
5h 31m1 stop
$208Delta
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Wed, Jan 15 - Wed, Jan 15
11:43 am - 1:50 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
$28Frontier
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Thu, Jan 16
11:43 am - 1:50 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
$29Frontier
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Thu, Jan 30
6:38 pm - 8:45 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
$32Frontier
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Fri, Jan 24
12:16 pm - 2:23 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
$43Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15
12:16 pm - 2:23 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
$60Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Jan 13
7:15 am - 9:05 amTPA-MDW
2h 50mnonstop
$79Southwest
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Wed, Feb 5
7:15 am - 9:05 amTPA-MDW
2h 50mnonstop
$85Southwest
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Wed, Jan 22
7:00 am - 9:05 amTPA-ORD
3h 05mnonstop
$115American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 29
7:30 am - 9:37 amTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
$139United Airlines
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Sun, Feb 16
9:00 am - 2:34 pmTPA-ORD
6h 34m1 stop
$144United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 29
8:50 pm - 10:50 pmTPA-ORD
3h 00mnonstop
7:00 am - 10:48 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
Mon, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 6
10:41 am - 12:29 pmTPA-MDW
2h 48mnonstop
2:20 pm - 9:24 pmMDW-TPA
6h 04m1 stop
$188Frontier
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Mon, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 6
8:50 pm - 10:50 pmTPA-ORD
3h 00mnonstop
5:45 am - 9:41 amORD-TPA
2h 56mnonstop
$221Frontier
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Mon, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 31
9:24 pm - 1:20 pmTPA-ORD
16h 56m1 stop
7:53 pm - 11:48 pmORD-TPA
2h 55mnonstop
Mon, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 6
5:49 am - 7:47 amTPA-ORD
2h 58mnonstop
7:26 am - 11:11 amORD-TPA
2h 45mnonstop
$228Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 18
6:45 pm - 8:49 pmTPA-ORD
3h 04mnonstop
7:00 am - 10:48 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
$231Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21 - Mon, Jan 6
7:55 am - 2:00 pmTPA-ORD
7h 05m2 stops
7:00 am - 9:20 pmORD-TPA
13h 20m2 stops
$591Southwest
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Fri, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 18
12:15 pm - 4:17 pmTPA-MDW
5h 02m1 stop
5:51 pm - 11:44 pmMDW-TPA
4h 53m1 stop
$604Delta
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Sun, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 24
12:20 pm - 4:45 pmTPA-MDW
5h 25m1 stop
4:30 pm - 11:30 pmMDW-TPA
6h 00m1 stop
$818Southwest
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Sun, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 26
6:35 pm - 10:06 pmTPA-MDW
4h 31m1 stop
6:00 am - 2:06 pmMDW-TPA
7h 06m1 stop
$1,092Delta
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Sun, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 26
11:13 am - 1:20 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
5:05 am - 8:53 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
$53Frontier
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Thu, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 23
11:43 am - 1:50 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
7:00 am - 10:48 amORD-TPA
2h 48mnonstop
$56Frontier
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Thu, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 9
12:16 pm - 2:23 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
7:26 am - 11:11 amORD-TPA
2h 45mnonstop
$100Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 14
12:16 pm - 2:23 pmTPA-ORD
3h 07mnonstop
7:26 am - 11:11 amORD-TPA
2h 45mnonstop
$101Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 14
7:15 am - 9:05 amTPA-MDW
2h 50mnonstop
2:50 pm - 6:25 pmMDW-TPA
2h 35mnonstop
$164Southwest
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Wed, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 25
12:58 pm - 2:59 pmTPA-ORD
3h 01mnonstop
8:22 am - 12:08 pmORD-TPA
2h 46mnonstop
$170American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 26
5:55 pm - 7:45 pmTPA-MDW
2h 50mnonstop
5:25 am - 9:05 amMDW-TPA
2h 40mnonstop
$170Southwest
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Thu, Jan 23 - Sun, Jan 26
11:11 am - 1:13 pmTPA-ORD
3h 02mnonstop
6:03 pm - 9:55 pmORD-TPA
2h 52mnonstop
$253United Airlines
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Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 20
12:53 pm - 2:55 pmTPA-ORD
3h 02mnonstop
5:35 pm - 9:13 pmORD-TPA
2h 38mnonstop
$258American Airlines
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Fri, Feb 21 - Fri, Feb 21
11:11 am - 1:09 pmTPA-ORD
2h 58mnonstop
6:03 pm - 9:55 pmORD-TPA
2h 52mnonstop
$293United Airlines
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Frontier flights from Tampa to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Tampa to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Feb 20
TPA11:13 amTampa
3h 07m
ORD1:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 23
ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 48m
TPA8:53 amTampa
Frontier
Feb 6
TPA11:43 amTampa
3h 07m
ORD1:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 9
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 48m
TPA10:48 amTampa
Frontier
Jan 31
TPA6:38 pmTampa
3h 07m
ORD8:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 2
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 48m
TPA10:48 amTampa

Spirit Airlines flights from Tampa to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Tampa to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Jan 11
TPA12:16 pmTampa
3h 07m
ORD2:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 14
ORD7:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 45m
TPA11:11 amTampa
Spirit Airlines
Jan 7
TPA5:49 amTampa
2h 58m
ORD7:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 14
ORD7:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 45m
TPA11:11 amTampa
Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
TPA3:40 pmTampa
9h 53m
1 stop
ORD12:33 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 14
ORD7:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 45m
TPA11:11 amTampa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Tampa, with most prices found around $125. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Tampa to Chicago during January average around $144.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $178. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Tampa to Chicago for around $263.

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 Tampa to Chicago during this time can be as low as $145. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $219.

What is the cheapest Tampa to Chicago flight route?

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

The best time to book a flight to Chicago from Tampa is 49 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $229. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $122.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Tampa to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 89% on your flight if you consider stops on a Tampa to Chicago flight.

How have Tampa to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for Tampa to Chicago flights are approximately 34% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$28

Fastest flight time

2h 40m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Tampa in the past 72 hours is $28. The best round-trip flight deal from Tampa to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $53.
The fastest flight from Tampa to Chicago takes 2h 40m
Direct flights go from Tampa to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Tampa to Chicago?

    We’ve found that taking a flight from Tampa to Chicago with Southwest is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Tampa to Chicago or a bus from Tampa to Chicago can take you longer than a 2h 45m flight.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Tampa to Chicago?

    A flight from Tampa to Chicago from $53 can save you up to 92% on the cost of your trip compared to booking a train from Tampa to Chicago or a bus from Tampa to Chicago.

  • How far is Tampa to Chicago by plane?

    Chicago is 1004.3 mi away from Tampa. Flights usually cover this in 2h 45m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Tampa Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

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

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

    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 Tampa 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 Tampa to Chicago?

  • What is the most popular airline from Tampa to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from Tampa to Chicago

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FrontierPriceFrom $49Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,479 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $67Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,119 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $147Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $153Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,055 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $155Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,848 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $196Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,604 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Tampa to Chicago

    Southwest flies from Tampa to Chicago around 12 times per week, with 4,848 momondo users rating the airline 8.1/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Tampa to Chicago in the last 72 hours was $155 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $301 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From Tampa to Chicago

    Across 9,059 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from Tampa to Chicago about 11 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $153 to $306. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Chicago from Tampa.

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Buses

46h 30m
$345 one-way$710 round-trip
Nonstop · from $710

Distance to downtown

P324.7 mi

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Tampa to Chicago Buses

Trains

38h 38m
$122 one-way$244 round-trip
Nonstop · from $244

Distance to downtown

ZUN0.7 mi

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Tampa to Chicago Trains

Flights

2h 40m
$28 one-way$53 round-trip
Nonstop · from $531 stop · from $77

Distance to downtown

ORD15.9 mi

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