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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Austin:

• Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 8:10 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 2:50 am.

The flight takes about 2h 55m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Austin:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Austin takes 2h 55m, covering 981 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 Chicago to Austin range from $244 to $436, with an average of $332 over the past 12 months. Anything below $244 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 38% above the $332 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $156 round-trip via Pittsburgh (PIT), compared to $334 for nonstop.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to Austin flights are:

• United Airlines: 84% on time
• Southwest: 82% on time
• Frontier: 77% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 80% of the time on average.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Austin flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 36%, evening flights for 18%, and night flights for 9%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $261 to $2,186. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Austin 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 Chicago to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $144, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $13 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Fox
• Thrifty
• Easirent

Flights from Chicago to Austin may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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 Chicago to Austin route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 39m.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Austin most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 33% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Chicago to Austin. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $307 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $449, a difference of $142.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Austin. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 51m, compared with 5h 12m via Pittsburgh (PIT) and 5h 56m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Some of the most popular sights in Austin are Sixth Street, University of Texas at Austin and ACL Live at The Moody Theater. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Austin flights:

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

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

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

Both airports are modern and easy to navigate. O’Hare International Airport (ORD) handles more traffic than Midway International Airport (MDW). MDW serves as a hub for Southwest Airlines and many flights from MDW are direct. In many cases, the choice may come down to the airline.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is 8 miles southeast of downtown Austin, so several transportation options are convenient. Capital Metro buses serve the route, while taxis and Ubers are also fast and easy options, especially for travelers with several bags.

On this route, nearby places to visit after landing at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) include Driftwood, Wyldwood, Cedar Creek and Dripping Springs. For reference, the drive from Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dripping Springs - Austin Area by IHG to AUS takes about 31 minutes.

Onsite car rental companies are located in the Multi-Modal Facility (MMF). The facility can be reached from the terminals via the Airport Transit System (ATS).

American Airlines offers flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The airline's spacious cabins offer extra legroom for stretching during the flight.

Most airlines offer complimentary wheelchair assistance at both Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) for travelers with reduced mobility. At AUS, wheelchair service is available from the ticket counters through security to the departure gates and from arrivals to baggage claim. It can be requested in advance through the airline.

Yes, AUS has airport lounges where travelers can rest while waiting for accommodations to be ready. One-day passes to American Airlines' Admirals Club may be purchased, subject to availability, with a same-day boarding pass for an eligible American Airlines or oneworld flight.