Cheap flights from Dallas 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 Dallas to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $102 | SpiritNonstop3 hrThu, May 7 — Sun, May 10 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to Chicago is currently $102 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $33 | FrontierNonstop3 hrWed, Apr 29 | The cheapest one-way flight from Dallas to Chicago is currently $33 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $75 | FrontierNonstop3 hrFri, Apr 17 — Mon, Apr 20 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Dallas to Chicago is currently $75 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $252 | FrontierNonstop3 hrSat, Mar 14 — Mon, Mar 16 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Dallas to Chicago is currently $252 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $290 | FrontierNonstop3 hrThu, Apr 16 — Mon, Apr 20 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Dallas to Chicago is currently $290 | |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 5 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Dallas to Chicago takes 2 hr 5 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 Dallas 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 Dallas to Chicago is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
January
Cheapest
Prices in January are usually between $75 and $185.
Popular airlines from Dallas 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 Dallas 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 $199Typical price: $170–33546 weekly nonstop flightsDAL - MDW, ORDEvery day3064 weekly connecting flightsDAL - MDW, ORDEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $199Typical price: $175–33578 weekly nonstop flightsDFW - ORDEvery day922 weekly connecting flightsDFW - ORDEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $199Typical price: $175–36533 weekly nonstop flightsDFW - ORDEvery day166 weekly connecting flightsDFW - ORDEvery day
- FrontierNonstopfrom $83Typical price: $105–21016 weekly nonstop flightsDFW - MDW, ORDEvery day51 weekly connecting flightsDFW - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Deltafrom $239Typical price: $195–460657 weekly connecting flightsDAL, DFW - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Spiritfrom $76Typical price: $130–28528 weekly connecting flightsDFW - ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Dallas
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Dallas center and popularity with travelers.
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)DallasUnited States27 min16 mi
- Dallas Love Field (DAL)DallasUnited States17 min6 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)AustinUnited States2 hr 59 min185 mi
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)HoustonUnited States3 hr 19 min211 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 Dallas to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Dallas to Chicago are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $75 to $185.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Spirit from $102. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $33.
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 Dallas to Chicago is $199, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 20.
- The cheapest American flight from Dallas to Chicago is $199, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 20.
- The cheapest United flight from Dallas to Chicago is $199, flying from May 2 to May 4.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Dallas to Chicago is $83, flying from Apr 17 to Apr 20.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Dallas to Chicago is $239, flying from May 2 to May 4.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Dallas to Chicago is $76, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to Chicago starts at $102 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $33 and departs on Wed, Apr 29.
2 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 78 nonstop flights and 922 connecting flights per week. American flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 46 nonstop flights and 3,064 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Dallas to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 78 nonstop flights and 922 connecting flights per week. American flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 46 nonstop flights and 3,064 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
Other popular airlines flying from Dallas to Chicago are:
- United offers 33 nonstop flights and 166 connecting flights per week. United flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Frontier offers 16 nonstop flights and 51 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Delta offers 657 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Dallas Love Field (DAL), Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Spirit offers 28 connecting flights per week. Spirit flies from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Dallas to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Spirit from $102. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $33.
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 Dallas to Chicago is $199, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 20.
- The cheapest American flight from Dallas to Chicago is $199, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 20.
- The cheapest United flight from Dallas to Chicago is $199, flying from May 2 to May 4.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Dallas to Chicago is $83, flying from Apr 17 to Apr 20.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Dallas to Chicago is $239, flying from May 2 to May 4.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Dallas to Chicago is $76, flying from Apr 23 to Apr 27.
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Dallas to Chicago.
- There are 46 Southwest direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 78 American direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 33 United direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 16 Frontier direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dallas and Chicago at price $252 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Mar 14 to Mon, Mar 16.
Southwest, Frontier, American and United fly direct from Dallas to Chicago.
- There are 46 Southwest direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 78 American direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 33 United direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 16 Frontier direct flights from Dallas to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Dallas to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Dallas and Chicago start at $75 from Fri, Apr 17 to Mon, Apr 20 with Frontier.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Dallas 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 Dallas and Chicago start at $290 from Thu, Apr 16 to Mon, Apr 20 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Dallas and Chicago start at $102 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10.
To book business class trips from Dallas 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 Dallas and Chicago starts at $252 from Sat, Mar 14 to Mon, Mar 16 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Dallas and Chicago at price $252 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Mar 14 to Mon, Mar 16.
To find last-minute flight deals from Dallas 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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Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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