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Cheapest round-trip
$145
Typical prices: $339-$177
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BOS - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$147
Typical prices: $362-$187
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BOS - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Chicago (BOS-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Boston 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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Sat, May 2 - Tue, May 5
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10:25 am - 10:39 pm
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2h 28mnonstop
$145Multiple Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Wed, May 6
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10:25 am - 9:12 pm
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11h 47m
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15h 24m
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$146Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29
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7:35 pm - 9:29 pm
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2h 54mnonstop
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6:00 am - 9:26 am
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2h 26mnonstop
$147Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29
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6:00 am - 7:31 pm
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14h 31m
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2:15 pm - 1:31 am
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10h 16m
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$147Frontier
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
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2:25 pm - 7:30 pm
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6h 05m
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12:45 pm - 4:05 pm
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2h 20mnonstop
$149Southwest
Wed, May 6 - Fri, May 8
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12:01 pm - 10:02 pm
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11h 01m
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15h 20m
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$151Frontier
Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 4
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$151Frontier
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
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$152Multiple Airlines
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$153Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Boston to Chicago flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Boston to Chicago?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Boston to Chicago departing in May.

What is the cheapest Boston to Chicago flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Boston to Chicago costs $151 on the route between Boston (BOS) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 1% cheaper than other Boston-Chicago routes. It is also the most popular route.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Boston to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Boston to Chicago. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Boston 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 Boston to Chicago is September, where tickets cost $187 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $251 and $250 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Boston to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $208 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Boston to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Boston to Chicago, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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KAYAK's tips to save more on a Boston to Chicago flight

When planning a flight from Boston to Chicago, it's important to consider a few factors to ensure you're getting the best deal. Generally, Tuesdays are the cheapest day of the week to fly, while January tends to be the cheapest month.

Day Selection: Choose to fly on a Tuesday for the best rates.

Advance Booking: Book your flight at least 23 days in advance to secure the best prices.

Airline Choice: Spirit Airlines typically offers the cheapest fares for this route.

Route Selection: The route from Boston Logan Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl is usually the cheapest.

Flight Type: Direct flights are significantly more expensive, consider flights with layovers to save money.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$68
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Boston to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Boston to Chicago

  • If I want to use mass transit to get to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), what is my best choice?

    The Blue Line Subway is an excellent choice for quick and reliable transportation to the airport. Save the headaches of traffic by taking the MBTA Blue Line to the station at the airport and then simply board one of the free shuttle buses to all of the airport terminal buildings.

  • Are there pet relief areas at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)?

    The pet relief areas at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) are located on the arrivals level of every terminal building. In addition, there is a pet relief area located in Terminal E near gate E7. Keep in mind that this is the only pet relief area that is past security.

  • If I am being picked up at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), where is the best place to meet my ride?

    For most requests, you'll meet your rideshare driver on the Departures level of Terminal 2. As a reminder, there is no parking at the terminal building at any time. It is advisable to use the cell phone lot that is provided at the airport to wait for arriving passengers rather than just circling the airport.

  • Where can I rent a car at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    The airport offers a complimentary shuttle to the airport's Multi-Modal Facility, where all on-site car rental companies are located. Travelers can find the shuttle by exiting the Lower Level Baggage Claim and boarding the shuttle bus at the curb front. Each terminal has a designated pickup area outside the building.

  • What are the most sustainable airlines with Boston to Chicago flights?

    Porter Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines offer some of the most environmental-friendly flights to Chicago from Boston. Their flights emit about 48%, 46% and 42% less carbon respectively than their competitors. Those looking to fly more sustainably from Boston to Chicago should prioritize nonstop flights, embrace the use of recycled plastics and pack light for the trip.

  • What are the parking options at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)?

    If you’ll be driving to the airport, you’ll be happy to know that Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) offers convenient onsite parking options. Parking is available in Central Parking Garage, Economy Garage, and the Terminal B Garage. All the parking garages are easily accessible from the terminals by the moving sidewalks and walkways. Additionally, the airport partners with other agencies to offer multiple secure offsite parking options.

  • What accessible services are offered at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)?

    Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) provides Braille and Emergency Call keys in elevators. All restrooms within the airport are accessible, and it also provides restrooms for the companions. To enhance transit for passengers with reduced mobility, BOS provides Massport Shuttles. These buses are free, are equipped with wheelchair lifts and use visual and audio assistance systems to announce the bus stops. All airlines flying through BOS also run wheelchair assistance services.

  • Are there nursing rooms at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)?

    Yes, Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) provides Mother's Rooms in every terminal. The rooms offer a space for traveling mothers to breastfeed or pump and are equipped with a sink, comfortable seats, power outlets and diaper changing tables. The rooms are available near Gate B10 on Concourse B in Terminal 1. In Terminal 2, they are by Gates E5 and F9. Others are also near Gate L6 in Terminal 3 and also at Gate M8​, Gate M20​, Gate M32 and Gate M37 in Terminal 5. There are also others at Multi-Modal Facility on Level 1, North and South Side.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Boston to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Boston to Chicago was $68 for a one-way ticket and $145 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    When flying out of Boston you will be using Boston Logan Intl. You will be landing at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Boston to Chicago?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Boston to Chicago flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Boston to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Boston to Chicago?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Boston to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Boston to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Boston to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Boston to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $206 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $251 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Boston 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 Boston to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Boston 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 Boston 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 Boston with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Boston 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 Boston up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Boston to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $136 or less one-way and $260 or less round-trip.
  • Before your flight from Boston to Chicago, be sure to get a taste of some excellent seafood at Legal Sea Foods. This restaurant features an all-day menu, but its specialties are its seafood-inspired dishes like shrimp cocktail and a variety of clam chowders. Located in Terminal A of Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), this is a perfect spot to get that last New England-style seafood meal before your flight to the Midwest.
  • There may be nothing that says Boston better than Wahlburgers. Founded and operated by the iconic Wahlberg family, this burger joint is known for its oversized burgers and outrageous onion rings. They are located in Terminal C of Boston Logan International Airport, and they make a great spot to grab a burger and beer before your flight from Boston to Chicago.
  • Flights from Boston to Chicago can be stressful. Why not slow down for a few minutes before your flight with a chair massage or a manicure at Classique Hair Salon? Located in Terminal C near Gare C-25 at Boston Logan International Airport, Classique Hair Salon also offers waxing and facial care to give you your best look and most relaxed self before your flight.
  • Travelers on flights from Boston to Chicago looking for a convenient hotel need look no further than the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport. This on-site property is excellent for business travelers who do not want to bother with the hassle of downtown hotels. The hotel features an indoor pool, an excellent restaurant for steaks and seafood, and a lively sports bar.
  • When looking for a hotel that is conveniently located close to Chicago Midway airport, the Chicago Marriott Midway is an excellent choice. They offer a 24-hour airport shuttle, tasteful decor, an indoor pool, tons of meeting space, a fitness center, wireless internet access and even a Starbucks coffee shop.
  • Consider booking flights with at least a single stop en route if you want to fly more affordably from Boston to Chicago. These flights have different stopover options depending on your airline and arrival airport. Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Delta have common stops in Philadelphia, Detroit, Myrtle Beach, Washington and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
  • Flights from Boston to Chicago arrive at either O’Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Of the two, ORD stands out as the best airport to fly into. It serves most of the direct flights from Boston and also has good connections to various modes of transportation.
  • Passengers flying to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) are welcome to use the charging stations at the airport. You can find the charging stations by Gates B19, B15, B14, B11 and B4 in Terminal 1. In Terminal 2, you will find the charging ports by Gates C28, C21, C15, C7, E7 and F2B.
  • If you need cash before flying out from Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), visit the ATMs at the airport. Citizens Bank, Chase and Bank of America operate ATMs in the Departures area in Terminal A. ATMs are also available in various locations in Terminals B, C and E.
  • Travelers with kids will be glad to learn that Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) has Kidports where their kids can let off steam before catching their flight. They are near Gate 18 in Terminal A, and by Gate 25 in Terminal C. In Terminal B, they are between Gates B30 and B36.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Boston to Chicago

 
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The new seat assignment thing is wierd. If you don’t pay for a seat they always assign you a middle seat regardless of how many people are on the flight. Idk… the new company that bought Southwest is trying to make it more profitable, but I’m just not seeing it. The flight attendants aren’t having as much fun anymore. It just feels like the airline is slowly dying. IMO. We shall see if Southwest is the next Toy’s R Us.

6.0 GoodKenley, Apr 2026
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The new seat assignment thing is wierd. If you don’t pay for a seat they always assign you a middle seat regardless of how many people are on the flight. Idk… the new company that bought Southwest is trying to make it more profitable, but I’m just not seeing it. The flight attendants aren’t having as much fun anymore. It just feels like the airline is slowly dying. IMO. We shall see if Southwest is the next Toy’s R Us.

Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Communication about the delayed flight was poor. We were told to move gates three times but that was bad information. We went from gate 128 to gate 126 and then to gate 123 and back to gate 126. Communication about the delay was bad. Ended up being 1 1/2 hour late getting home.

Plane was late. Zero service for 2+ hour flight and it was not that bumpy.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Had a great flight. Delayed takeoff, but comfortable. Snacks were good.

Love them will get a Southwest card to track my points and keep flying with them. My family and I were pleased with the services.

I have roller bag with food and medication told me I couldn't bring on my 2nd flight today. 15 years flying with SW never an issue with that bag.

Southwest continues to do less for more money. Flight attendants used to be fun and friendly. But now it’s like they don’t even see you. Such a shame.

Okay considering we had weather delays which the Pilot notified us of immediately!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

Flight from Fort Wayne to Atlanta was the smallest in terms of cabin space that I've ever seen. A carry on I've used for 20 years BARELY fit in overhead compartment. I'm 5'10" and felt very cramped. Not the best experience.

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the poor service and unprofessional staff we encountered when traveling with an infant. Our flight was delayed, and the gate staff failed to manage the boarding process appropriately. Due to incorrect, unavailable, or missing 'pink tag' stroller and car seat check-in procedures at the gate, we were forced to board last. Furthermore, the gate staff was rude and dismissive, causing significant distress to our infant. To make matters worse, one of our checked items—an infant sleeper/lounger—was returned to us broken. Given the unsafe handling of essential equipment and unprofessional treatment, I expect a prompt resolution regarding compensation for the damaged items.

We departed and landed early which was a nice surprise. The boarding process was slow.

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Subpar. The seating on the plane is almost unbearable. We are literally touching and/or sitting on each other which is totally unacceptable and shameful. Pilots and crew was very accommodating and friendly.

The boarding was organized and informative but the plane was tight meaning that you were sitting on one another and extremely uncomfortable. It’s disappointing that can’t have common seating comfort on the plane.

Loved the crew! Sucks that we went from 1 hour and 8 minute layover to a 3 hour layover. But weather sucks like that.

I was told that they needed to check my bag at the gate and to pick it up at the gate in Richmond. No big deal. I know they can't control the weather, but we flew around RIC for 45 minutes to avoid the storm and were 25 minutes late leaving as well. Once we landed, we were told to go to baggage claim to pick up our luggage. I went to bathroom, paid for parking, and went to the assigned baggage claim location. United flight people came down with us as well. They got their luggage immediately. Next, South West people came down about 10 minutes later. They got their luggage next. We finally got our luggage around 30 minutes in waiting. Was not a wonderful experience. No reflection on Delta, but the ground crew was lousy at best.

Every staff member was professional, friendly and courteous. The pizza twist was ok. It was warm but too much dough.

I had a terrible experience. My flight got delayed from Atlanta to Chicago on Monday April 6, 2026, and that led to me missing my next flight to Brussels. United Airlines didn’t provide me with any accommodation for shelter. I had to sleep at the airport in Chicago. The next flight I was put on didn’t leave until the evening hours of Tuesday 4/7/2026.

The flight was officially delayed 3 times, and was actually later than that. Combined, it was a 3 hour delay, but there was no recognition (miles, voucher, etc). The crew seemed stressed. The captain sounded nervous in his announcements. The flight itself was smooth and uneventful.

Just a bad day to fly. Flight was delayed from scheduled 6:50 pm departure to 8:50 pm. Combination of factors mostly related to weather at the destination airport (which is where the incoming flight originated) which delayed the inbound flight over an hour. Once on board, we taxied but had to hold again on the taxiway for 10 minutes or so. We did not get wheels up until after 9 pm. The flight was smooth but about 18 minutes from our destination, we had to hold for several minutes more due to weather at ORD. We finally landed at ORD about 11:08 pm (accounting for the time difference, that was about a 3 hour delay from our scheduled departure time). It felt like we were never going to get to our destination. But the flight crew and attendants were very good. The movie selection onboard was also very nice. Got to watch half of a movie just during our taxi from the gate at ATL due to the delay!

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Flights were on time. Free Wifi on plane. Everything was well organized.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

It’s always a great time flying with united airlines.

Wonderful. Quick boarding. Early departure and we arrived 30 minutes early at our destination. Unfortunately, when you arrive early, there is still a departing aircraft at our gate. We had to park for 30 minutes until the gate was clear. So our early arrival was not really early at the gate. Otherwise it was a quick and smooth flight. Appreciated the efficiency.

Very old flight - time to retire it for newer airplanes

We were delayed and had to circle due to weather and had to divert for fuel. While I understand that you can’t control the weather I would have appreciated knowing that the crew wasn’t going to run out of hours and then having to spend the night in the Raleigh airport.

Messy plane that was falling apart Small screens that didn't work

I was traveling with two small kids and our TV s were the only ones not working. Informed the flight attendant who did nothing about them.

They forced me to check my hand luggage at the gate.

I specifically choose not to check bags to ensure I can proceed directly to ground transportation upon arrival. However, due to a recurring lack of cabin space, I was again forced to gate-check my rolling luggage after going through my luggage to take out electronics and batteries. This practice unilaterally changes the service agreement made at the time of purchase. JetBlue needs to find a better way to manage overhead space that honors the carry-on baggage allowance.

Still hasn’t left. Why are you asking how it was?

Flight was good wish there were more snacks options for such a long flight but stewardesses were very pleasant as was flight crew.

I was denied a plastic fork to eat my food and was told plastic forks are for paying customers who buy Jet Blue’s food. So I had to make a utensil out of a cup so nourish my body. Like a refugee. Because decency is dead.

I was especially impressed without efficiently the crew got passengers on and off. One of the stewards was slightly gruff, I thought. No big deal but that's what I noticed.

Absolutely horrible. Flight was delayed 4 hours and they had no clue what was going on.

I'm not sure American is capable of on-time arrivals and departures. When you land at ORD, you almost always get held on the tarmac because your gate is still occupied. I may have missed my connection, but that ended up up being significantly delayed as well. Once again, I finally got home well after midnight.

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

Found that the plane used for this short flight is smaller and therefore the seats are really squeezed tight.

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

Tv screens and movie selection v good. Friendly staff. They were really worried about max capacity and room for carryons. That is never fun but i had no problem finding space when I boarded.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

Delays with no explanation. It could have been handled better.

Great experience. Good dinner and service. FA's were very nice and attentive.

Jill was the flight attendant in first class she was fabulous!! Best flight attendant I have had in years.!! And I fly every other week. Other can learn from her!!

The business steward was absolutely amazing! Smiles and kindness! Wish all AA flights are like this one!

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