Cheap flights from Chicago to Dallas

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Cheapest round-trip flights $84
Frontier Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Dec 11 — Sun, Dec 14
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Dallas is currently $84
Cheapest one-way flight $44
Frontier Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Dec 4
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Dallas is currently $44
Last-minute weekend getaway $184
Frontier Nonstop 3 hr Fri, Oct 17 — Mon, Oct 20
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Dallas is currently $184
Cheapest business class flights $427
United Nonstop 3 hr Thu, Jan 8 — Mon, Jan 12
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Dallas is currently $427
Fastest flight 2 hr 15 min The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Dallas takes 2 hr 15 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 Chicago to Dallas is typically April. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
April
Cheapest
Typical prices: $85–180
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $115–205

Popular airlines from Chicago to Dallas

  • Southwest
    Nonstop
    from $157
    Typical price: $175–395
    64 weekly nonstop flights
    MDW, ORD - DAL Every day
    2964 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - DAL Every day
  • American
    Nonstop
    from $157
    Typical price: $175–400
    84 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - DFW Every day
    933 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - DFW Every day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $157
    Typical price: $175–400
    41 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - DFW Every day
    132 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - DFW Every day
  • Frontier
    Nonstop
    from $84
    Typical price: $105–210
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    MDW, ORD - DFW Every day
    59 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - DFW Every day
  • Delta
    from $197
    Typical price: $205–495
    673 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - DAL, DFW Every day
  • Spirit
    Nonstop
    from $90
    Typical price: $115–250
    4 weekly nonstop flights
    ORD - DFW Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun
    17 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - DFW Every day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 39 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 25 min 9 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 57 min 165 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 37 min 75 mi

Popular airports near Dallas

  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
    Dallas United States 27 min 16 mi
  • Dallas Love Field (DAL)
    Dallas United States 17 min 6 mi
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
    Austin United States 3 hr 1 min 185 mi
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
    Houston United States 3 hr 18 min 211 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Dallas

When are the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Dallas are usually in April. Typical ticket prices in April range from $85 to $180.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Dallas recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $84. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $44.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Dallas is $157, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Dallas is $157, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 17.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Dallas is $157, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Dallas is $84, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 14.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Dallas is $197, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest Spirit flight from Chicago to Dallas is $90, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 17.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Dallas starts at $84 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $44 and departs on Thu, Dec 4.
How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Dallas?
2 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Dallas.
When should you fly to Dallas, United States?
Weather in Dallas is warm Mar–May and Sep–Oct and hot in summer (Jun–Aug). Winters (Nov–Feb) are cool to cold. Visitor traffic is steady year-round, but crowds are heaviest during the State Fair of Texas (late Sep–mid Oct), a huge, 24-day event that attracts millions with its rides, auto show and food vendors galore. In Jan, the Cotton Bowl Classic, a historic college football game, is played at AT&T Stadium.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Chicago to Dallas?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Dallas.
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.
What is the best airline to fly from Chicago to Dallas?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Dallas really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Dallas.

In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 84 nonstop flights and 933 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) .

In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 64 nonstop flights and 2,964 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Love Field (DAL) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Dallas are:
  • United offers 41 nonstop flights and 132 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) .
  • Frontier offers 20 nonstop flights and 59 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) .
  • Delta offers 673 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Love Field (DAL) , Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) .
  • Spirit offers 4 nonstop flights and 17 connecting flights per week. Spirit flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Dallas.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Dallas recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $84. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $44.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Dallas is $157, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Dallas is $157, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 17.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Dallas is $157, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Dallas is $84, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 14.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Dallas is $197, flying from Dec 4 to Dec 8.
  • The cheapest Spirit flight from Chicago to Dallas is $90, flying from Nov 13 to Nov 17.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Dallas?
Southwest, Frontier, American, United and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Dallas.
  • There are 64 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 84 American direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 41 United direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Spirit direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Dallas at price $184 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20.
Which airlines have direct flights from Chicago to Dallas?
Southwest, Frontier, American, United and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Dallas.
  • There are 64 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 84 American direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 41 United direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Spirit direct flights from Chicago to Dallas per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Chicago to Dallas available?
There are direct flights from Chicago to Dallas on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Dallas start at $84 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14 with Frontier.
How can I find nonstop flights from Chicago to Dallas?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Dallas, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Dallas start at $427 from Thu, Jan 8 to Mon, Jan 12 with United.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Dallas start at $84 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14.
How can I book business class trips from Chicago to Dallas?
To book business class trips from Chicago to Dallas, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Chicago to Dallas next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Dallas starts at $184 from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20 with Frontier.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Chicago to Dallas?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Dallas at price $184 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Oct 17 to Mon, Oct 20.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Dallas?
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Dallas, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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