Cheap flights from Austin to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Austin to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $128 | FrontierNonstop3 hrThu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago is currently $128 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $84 | FrontierNonstop3 hrSun, Apr 12 | The cheapest one-way flight from Austin to Chicago is currently $84 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $298 | FrontierNonstop3 hrThu, Mar 19 — Mon, Mar 23 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Austin to Chicago is currently $298 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $346 | FrontierNonstop3 hrThu, Apr 16 — Sun, Apr 19 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago is currently $346 | |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 25 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Austin to Chicago takes 2 hr 25 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 January. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
January
Cheapest
Prices in January are usually between $80 and $240.
Popular airlines from Austin to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Austin to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $237Typical price: $200–42031 weekly nonstop flightsAUS - MDW, ORDEvery day2488 weekly connecting flightsAUS - MDW, ORDEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $237Typical price: $200–44030 weekly nonstop flightsAUS - ORDEvery day640 weekly connecting flightsAUS - ORDEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $237Typical price: $200–45028 weekly nonstop flightsAUS - ORDEvery day454 weekly connecting flightsAUS - ORDEvery day
- Deltafrom $277Typical price: $230–570420 weekly connecting flightsAUS - MDW, ORDEvery day
- FrontierNonstopfrom $128Typical price: $150–3254 weekly nonstop flightsAUS - ORDEvery Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun35 weekly connecting flightsAUS - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Alaskafrom $424Typical price: $415–93021 weekly connecting flightsAUS - ORDEvery day
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)AustinUnited States23 min6 mi
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)DallasUnited States3 hr 14 min186 mi
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)HoustonUnited States2 hr 44 min144 mi
- San Antonio International Airport (SAT)San AntonioUnited States1 hr 16 min66 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)ChicagoUnited States26 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 24 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Austin to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Austin to Chicago are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $80 to $240.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $128. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $84.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Austin to Chicago is $237, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest American flight from Austin to Chicago is $237, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest United flight from Austin to Chicago is $237, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Austin to Chicago is $277, flying from Apr 30 to May 3.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Austin to Chicago is $128, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Austin to Chicago is $424, flying from May 2 to May 4.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago starts at $128 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $84 and departs on Sun, Apr 12.
2 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Austin to 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.
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.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Austin to Chicago 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 Austin to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 31 nonstop flights and 2,488 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Austin to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 31 nonstop flights and 2,488 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Austin to Chicago are:
- American offers 30 nonstop flights and 640 connecting flights per week. American flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- United offers 28 nonstop flights and 454 connecting flights per week. United flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Delta offers 420 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Frontier offers 4 nonstop flights and 35 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Alaska offers 21 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Austin to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $128. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $84.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Austin to Chicago is $237, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest American flight from Austin to Chicago is $237, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest United flight from Austin to Chicago is $237, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Austin to Chicago is $277, flying from Apr 30 to May 3.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Austin to Chicago is $128, flying from Apr 16 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Austin to Chicago is $424, flying from May 2 to May 4.
Southwest, American, United and Frontier fly direct from Austin to Chicago.
- There are 31 Southwest direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 30 American direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 United direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 4 Frontier direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Austin and Chicago at price $298 is offered by Frontier from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
Southwest, American, United and Frontier fly direct from Austin to Chicago.
- There are 31 Southwest direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 30 American direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 28 United direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 4 Frontier direct flights from Austin to Chicago per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
There are direct flights from Austin to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Austin and Chicago start at $128 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with Frontier.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Austin to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Austin and Chicago start at $346 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Austin and Chicago start at $128 from Thu, Apr 16 to Sun, Apr 19.
To book business class trips from Austin to Chicago, 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.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Austin and Chicago starts at $298 from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Austin and Chicago at price $298 is offered by Frontier from Thu, Mar 19 to Mon, Mar 23.
To find last-minute flight deals from Austin to Chicago, 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.
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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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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- New York$120Apr 2 — Apr 6Nonstop3 hr 34 minSpirit
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