Cheap flights from Austin to Chicago

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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?

The cheapest month to fly from Austin to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive one is typically July.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $130–250
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $200–340

Popular airports near Austin

  • 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

  • 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.

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