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Cheapest round-trip
$174
Typical prices: $152-$359
Frontier
Mon 10/15Sat 10/20
MIA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$174
Typical prices: $153-$361
American Airlines
Fri 11/23Mon 11/26
MIA - ORD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 36m
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 57% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $240 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Miami to O'Hare Intl (MIA-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Miami to O'Hare Intl

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
Frontier Logo
9:47 am - 6:56 pmMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:30 am - 12:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
17h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$174Frontier
Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 23
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5:32 am - 11:51 amMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 12:46 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
17h 16m1 stop Denver Intl
$174Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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9:19 pm - 11:59 pmMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40mnonstop
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2:38 pm - 6:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
3h 17mnonstop
$174American Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:52 pm - 7:38 pmMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 46mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 11:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
3h 15mnonstop
$174American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Frontier Logo
5:05 am - 11:32 amMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 12:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
17h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$174Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
5:18 am - 8:00 amMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 42mnonstop
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2:38 pm - 6:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
3h 20mnonstop
$174American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
United Airlines Logo
5:28 pm - 12:01 amMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 33m1 stop Newark
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6:12 pm - 10:31 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
3h 19mnonstop
$177United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:28 pm - 12:01 amMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 33m1 stop Newark
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2:20 pm - 6:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
3h 20mnonstop
$177United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:20 pmMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:32 am - 5:29 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
5h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
6:34 pm - 11:59 pmMIA  Miami-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 12:52 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MIA Miami
5h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $174. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $152 to $359. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $174 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 34% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $105 round-trip.
  • June ($387) and July ($371) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 268% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Miami to O'Hare Intl

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, ORD and MIA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$86
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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Your Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are the different kinds of flights that are normally offered between Miami and Chicago?

    There are quite a few nonstop flights that are offered between Miami and Chicago, with these often being serviced by Spirit Airlines or American Airlines. You will also find some flights that have layovers and these may be operated by American Airlines. Layovers frequently take place in Atlanta and Charlotte.

  • What transportation options are available for going from the city center to Miami International Airport?

    An easy way to move from the city center to Miami International Airport is by driving, a trip that will typically take you around 15 minutes in total. Public transportation is available as well, including bus line 7 and the MIA Mover. If you take public transportation, you will arrive at the airport in around 45 to 50 minutes.

  • What options do I have for going from O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago?

    An efficient way to go from O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago is by car, with the journey usually taking around 1 hour unless there is additional traffic. You can always choose to use public transit, including the Blue metro line, which will take you around 50 to 55 minutes.

  • Is it possible to rent a car after I have landed at O'Hare International Airport?

    O'Hare International Airport does offer the option of renting a vehicle. There are quite a few rental agencies that have nearby branches, including Alamo, Dollar, Enterprise, and Thrifty. Each of these companies offers a shuttle service that picks up travelers from outside of the baggage claim area to bring them to their office.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Miami and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $245 round-trip and layover options via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) at $240.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $219 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $327, a difference of $108. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 52 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 16%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:36 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:10 pm and lands at 1:46 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 36m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 26% above the route average of $244. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 3h 36m, covering 1,198 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $91, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Spirit Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are:

    • United Airlines: 87% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 85% on time
    • Frontier: 85% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Orlando (MCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 6h 08m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 9h 44m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Miami and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Miami (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $152 to $359, with an average of $244 over the past 12 months. Anything below $152 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $219 - about $108 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $105 round-trip in that month - typically $282 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of United Airlines flights from Miami to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 52 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $240 round-trip on this route - about $5 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • One of the primary transportation hubs in Florida, Miami International Airport (MIA) is also a focus city for various airlines, including American Airlines, Pan Am, and World Atlantic Airlines. You will typically find quite a few different flights from this airport that are operated by these companies.
  • When traveling with small children, keep in mind that you can take advantage of the Mamava lactation pods at O'Hare International Airport (ORD). These pods provide parents with a quiet spot to nurse their little ones and contain amenities like outlets, sinks, and changing tables.
  • Travelers with early flights out of Miami International Airport will find it convenient to stay at a nearby hotel to get a good night of sleep. The Miami International Airport Hotel is placed directly inside the Central Terminal and even offers day rooms.
  • Once you have landed at O'Hare International Airport, you may find yourself a bit hungry. There are a few different restaurants for you to choose from, including the Berghoff Cafe, Tortas Fronteras by Rick Bayless, and Wicker Park Seafood & Sushi. Some to-go options include Dunkin’ and McDonald’s.
  • Pass the time before you need to begin boarding your flight by relaxing in one of the several lounges that are available for travelers. The Centurion Lounge can be found in Concourse D, while the Delta Sky Club is in the H and J Connector. There is also the VIP Lounge Miami, which is in Concourse J.

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Monday

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Friday

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Saturday

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