Cheap flights from Austin to Chicago
Good to know
Prices are for flights from Austin to Chicago for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for Austin to Chicago to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$140
Frontier
1 stop
12 hr
Aug 22 — Aug 25
The cheapest round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago is currently $140
Cheapest one-way flight
$70
Frontier
1 stop
10 hr
Sep 4
The cheapest one-way flight from Austin to Chicago is currently $70
Fastest flight
2 hr 30 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Austin to Chicago takes 2 hr 30 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Austin to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Austin to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive one is typically July.
September Cheapest
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Typical prices: $130–250 |
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July Most expensive
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Typical prices: $200–340 |
Popular airports near Austin
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Austin center and popularity with travelers.
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)Austin 24 min 6 mi
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)Dallas 3 hr 11 min 186 mi
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)Houston 2 hr 43 min 144 mi
- San Antonio International Airport (SAT)San Antonio 1 hr 16 min 66 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- 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 Austin to Chicago
How long does it take to fly from Austin to Chicago?
2 hr 30 min is the shortest flight time from Austin to Chicago.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Austin to Chicago?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in September. Typical prices range from $130 to $250.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Austin to Chicago?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Austin to Chicago was with Frontier from $140. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $70.
When are direct flights from Austin to Chicago available?
There are direct flights from Austin to Chicago on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Austin to Chicago?
Southwest, United and American fly direct from Austin to Chicago.
What are the cheapest flights from Austin to Chicago?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago starts at $140 from Thu, Aug 22 to Sun, Aug 25. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $70 and departs on Wed, Sep 4.
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 Austin to Chicago
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Austin 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.
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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Popular trips from Austin
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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Seattle$226Aug 17 — Aug 191 stop 8 hr 16 min American
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Las Vegas$58Sep 7 — Sep 9Nonstop 3 hr 7 min Frontier
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Orlando$88Aug 1 — Aug 4Nonstop 2 hr 35 min Allegiant
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Amsterdam$1,001Sep 13 — Sep 162 stops 17 hr 31 min JetBlue, Icelandair
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