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Find cheap flights from Dallas to Chicago from $44

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Dallas to Chicago departing on 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Dallas to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Chicago

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dallas to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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10:29 pm - 12:52 amDFW-ORD
2h 23mnonstop
7:00 am - 9:29 amORD-DFW
2h 29mnonstop
Tue, May 14 - Wed, May 15
3:38 pm - 11:29 pmDFW-ORD
7h 51m1 stop
7:25 pm - 9:54 pmORD-DFW
2h 29mnonstop
$52Spirit Airlines
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Wed, May 8 - Sat, May 11
1:45 pm - 4:13 pmDFW-ORD
2h 28mnonstop
5:00 am - 5:36 pmORD-DFW
12h 36m1 stop
$53Spirit Airlines
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Tue, May 7 - Wed, May 15
2:23 pm - 4:46 pmDFW-MDW
2h 23mnonstop
10:33 pm - 1:11 amMDW-DFW
2h 38mnonstop
$67Frontier
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Sat, Jun 1 - Sat, Jun 1
8:12 pm - 10:30 pmDFW-MDW
2h 18mnonstop
6:30 am - 9:04 amMDW-DFW
2h 34mnonstop
$68Frontier
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Wed, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 13
10:05 am - 5:42 pmDFW-ORD
7h 37m1 stop
6:25 am - 7:27 pmORD-DFW
13h 02m1 stop
$186Sun Country Air
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Thu, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 16
4:24 pm - 9:41 pmDAL-ORD
5h 17m1 stop
6:00 am - 2:00 pmORD-DAL
8h 00m1 stop
$198Delta
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Mon, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 25
10:25 am - 5:59 pmDAL-MDW
7h 34m1 stop
6:49 pm - 11:56 pmMDW-DAL
5h 07m1 stop
$198Delta
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Tue, Jul 23 - Tue, Jul 30
6:25 am - 8:45 amDAL-ORD
2h 20mnonstop
7:15 am - 9:40 amORD-DAL
2h 25mnonstop
$233Southwest
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Sun, May 19 - Sat, Jun 1
10:00 pm - 12:10 amDAL-MDW
2h 10mnonstop
7:05 am - 9:25 amMDW-DAL
2h 20mnonstop
$233Southwest
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Mon, May 20 - Sat, Jun 1

Flights from Dallas to Chicago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dallas to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Dallas to Chicago flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Dallas to Chicago.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Dallas to Chicago cost $24 and was between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago Midway Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $47.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas to Chicago?

The average price of all flights from Dallas to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Dallas to Chicago, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Chicago back to Dallas, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Dallas to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Dallas to Chicago is January, where tickets cost $138 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is $280 and $262 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dallas to Chicago?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Dallas to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Dallas to Chicago, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 30 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Dallas to Chicago?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the past 3 days, the cheapest one-way tickets to Chicago from Dallas were found on Spirit Airlines ($44) and Frontier ($49), and the lowest round-trip tickets were found on Spirit Airlines ($52) and Frontier ($67).

Which airlines fly non-stop between Dallas and Chicago?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Dallas to Chicago.
There are 5 airlines that fly nonstop from Dallas to Chicago. They are: American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Frontier at $40 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

How many flights are there between Dallas and Chicago per day?

Each day, there are between 35 and 41 nonstop flights that take off from Dallas and land in Chicago, with an average flight time of 2h 23m. The most common departure time is 6:00 am and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Each week, there are 272 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Dallas and Chicago?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Dallas to Chicago take?

This flight route requires at least one stop and takes a minimum of 2h 18m.

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Cheapest flight

$44
Flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Dallas to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Dallas to Chicago

  • What different kinds of flights are offered from Dallas to Chicago?

    There are quite a few daily nonstop flights to choose from between Dallas and Chicago, and these are often serviced by airlines such as Alaska and Delta Airlines. You can also find flights that require a layover, and these may be operated by Frontier or Spirit Airlines. Layovers frequently take place in cities like Las Vegas and San Francisco.

  • How can I easily travel from downtown Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport?

    If you choose to drive from downtown Dallas to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, you can expect the trip to normally take around 20min in total. Public transportation is an option as well, including the Orange tram line. This will bring you to the airport in approximately 1h.

  • What is an easy way to go from Chicago-Rockford International Airport to the city center of Chicago?

    When you drive from Chicago-Rockford International Airport to the city center of Chicago, it will normally take you around 1h 35min in total. If you take public transportation, such as bus lines 45 and 40, you will reach your destination in around 4h 50min.

  • Is it an option to rent a car directly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare International Airport has a car rental center directly on the airport’s property. At this center, you will find quite a few rental companies, including Alamo, Hertz, and SIXT. Each of these companies offers a 24h shuttle service from the Arrivals terminal to their office that is a short drive away.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dallas to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dallas to Chicago was $44 for a one-way ticket and $51 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Dallas and Chicago?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dallas to Chicago?

    When flying out of Dallas you will be using one of these airports: Dallas Love Field or Dallas/Fort Worth. You will be landing at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dallas to Chicago?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dallas to Chicago?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Dallas and Chicago, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dallas to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dallas to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dallas to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Dallas is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dallas to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Dallas with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dallas to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Dallas up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dallas to Chicago

  • When you are flying out of the Dallas region, there are two primary airports that you can choose to depart from. While Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is located around 20 miles from the city center, Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) is approximately 6 miles from downtown Dallas.
  • Those that are flying to the Chicago region have three possible airports that they can land at. There is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), which is approximately 12 miles from the city center, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is around 17 miles from downtown Chicago, and Chicago-Rockford International (RFD), which is just over 68 miles from central Chicago.
  • If you will be traveling with small children, make sure to bring them to the children’s play area that is in the connector hallway of Dallas Love Field Airport. This play area is filled with a selection of toys, activities, and play equipment that little ones of all ages are sure to love.
  • Travelers that are feeling a bit hungry after they have landed at Chicago Midway International Airport can choose from a selection of 24h dining options located in the Central Market. Some of the choices available include Dunkin Donuts, Gold Coast Dogs, and Pegasus On The Fly.
  • While waiting for your flight to take off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, you can always choose to relax in one of the lounges that are available for travelers. The Club at DFW is in Terminal D, while the American Airlines Admirals Club can be found in Terminals A, B, and C.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Dallas to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Dallas to Chicago

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

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Nonstop returns

Chicago to Dallas

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +22 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +23 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Dallas to Chicago found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
5/29Wed
1 stopSpirit Airlines
20h 02mDFW-ORD
$44
5/21Tue
1 stopSpirit Airlines
13h 55mDFW-ORD
$47
5/28Tue
nonstopFrontier
2h 45mDFW-ORD
$49
5/31Fri
nonstopFrontier
2h 25mDFW-MDW
$49
5/26Sun
1 stopSun Country Air
10h 03mDFW-ORD
$86
6/27Thu
1 stopSun Country Air
9h 06mDFW-ORD
$88
7/1Mon
nonstopUnited Airlines
2h 30mDFW-ORD
$90
7/29Mon
1 stopDelta
5h 40mDFW-ORD
$99
6/13Thu
1 stopDelta
7h 03mDFW-MDW
$109
6/26Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
4h 43mDFW-ORD
$117

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Last minute flights from Dallas to Chicago

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Dallas to Chicago that are departing in the next 10 days.
5/1Wed
nonstopFrontier
2h 23mDFW-ORD
5/4Sat
nonstopFrontier
2h 37mORD-DFW
$69
5/1Wed
nonstopFrontier
2h 22mDFW-MDW
5/4Sat
nonstopFrontier
2h 44mMDW-DFW
$72
5/1Wed
nonstop
2h 23mDFW-ORD
5/4Sat
multi-stop
9h 39mORD-DFW
$81
5/1Wed
nonstopSpirit Airlines
2h 28mDFW-ORD
5/4Sat
nonstopSpirit Airlines
2h 41mORD-DFW
$82
4/30Tue
nonstopSpirit Airlines
2h 28mDFW-ORD
5/8Wed
nonstopSpirit Airlines
2h 29mORD-DFW
$87
4/30Tue
nonstop
2h 23mDFW-ORD
5/7Tue
nonstop
2h 38mORD-DFW
$111
4/29Mon
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
4h 00mDFW-ORD
4/29Mon
nonstopAmerican Airlines
2h 46mORD-DFW
$267
4/27Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
4h 15mDFW-ORD
5/1Wed
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
4h 25mORD-DFW
$280
4/30Tue
multi-stopDelta
5h 27mDAL-ORD
5/1Wed
multi-stopDelta
8h 00mORD-DAL
$290
4/30Tue
multi-stopDelta
5h 55mDAL-MDW
5/1Wed
multi-stopDelta
4h 59mMDW-DAL
$290

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