Cheap flights from Atlanta to Chicago

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Flight information for Atlanta to Chicago to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$53
Frontier Nonstop 3 hr Aug 24 — Aug 25
The cheapest round-trip flight from Atlanta to Chicago is currently $53
Cheapest one-way flight
$19
Frontier Nonstop 2 hr Aug 21
The cheapest one-way flight from Atlanta to Chicago is currently $19
Fastest flight
1 hr 50 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Atlanta to Chicago takes 1 hr 50 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Chicago is typically October. The most expensive one is typically July.
October
Cheapest
Typical prices: $40–85
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $100–175

Popular airports near Atlanta

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
    Atlanta 14 min 7 mi
  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
    Birmingham 2 hr 10 min 136 mi
  • Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP)
    Greenville 2 hr 29 min 147 mi
  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
    Chattanooga 1 hr 46 min 100 mi

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago 22 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis 2 hr 56 min 165 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Atlanta to Chicago

How long does it take to fly from Atlanta to Chicago?
1 hr 50 min is the shortest flight time from Atlanta to Chicago.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Atlanta to Chicago?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in October. Typical prices range from $40 to $85.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Chicago?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Atlanta to Chicago was with Frontier from $53. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $19.
When are direct flights from Atlanta to Chicago available?
There are direct flights from Atlanta to Chicago on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Atlanta to Chicago?
Southwest, Delta, Frontier, United, American and Spirit fly direct from Atlanta to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Chicago?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Atlanta to Chicago starts at $53 from Sat, Aug 24 to Sun, Aug 25. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $19 and departs on Wed, Aug 21.
When should you visit Chicago?
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Atlanta to Chicago
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Atlanta to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

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