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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:56 am
• Latest: departs at 8:05 pm and lands at 11:01 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 56m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 2h 56m, covering 978 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $257 to $404, with an average of $321 over the past 12 months. Anything below $257 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $321 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $194 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $324 for nonstop.

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.

The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $259 to $1,950. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Austin 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.

One-way fares from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $146, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $299 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $395, a difference of $96.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 50m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 6h 13m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

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

Among airlines operating Austin 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.

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 always check the fare details before booking.

Delta provides seat back screens with an extensive selection of movies, TV shows, music, and games on flights from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Airport. The airline also offers complimentary soft drinks, juices, tea, Starbucks coffee, and snacks such as Biscoff cookies and pretzels on all its flights.

Yes, you can change your booking for flights from Austin to Chicago O'Hare Airport. If you have booked your flight with United Airlines, you will need to check your ticket type to see what conditions apply to making changes. Some tickets may not be changeable, or may require a fee to be changed. Keep in mind that any changes to your reservation may result in a change in the price of your ticket, so it’s a good idea to review the fare rules before making any changes.

Taxis can be found near the baggage claim area at ORD. The trip can take approximately 30–60 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Additionally, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) offers a Blue Line train service that runs from O'Hare to downtown Chicago. The Blue Line train station is located on the lower level of the main terminal of the airport. The train ride takes about 45 minutes. Uber and Lyft are available at O'Hare Airport, and they can be accessed through their respective apps.

Most seats on Alaska Airlines flights are standard seats that come with a range of amenities depending on the class of service. Passengers can upgrade to Premium Class for additional amenities, such as more legroom and priority boarding. Preferred seats offer more legroom than standard seats, but they are not as spacious as Premium Class seats.