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

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:00 am
• Latest: departs at 9:36 pm and lands at 11:36 pm.

The flight takes about 2h.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Baltimore:

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

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Baltimore takes 2h, covering 604 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 Baltimore range from $187 to $377, with an average of $278 over the past 12 months. Anything below $187 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $278 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $191 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $287 for nonstop.

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

• Southwest: 84% on time
• Frontier: 82% on time
• American Airlines: 81% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $37–$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 Baltimore flights, with 46% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, 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 $166 to $819. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Baltimore route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Chicago to Baltimore are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $104, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

• NextCar
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Thrifty

Flights from Chicago to Baltimore 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 Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 Baltimore route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 46m.

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 68% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Chicago to Baltimore. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $251 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $320, a difference of $69.

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

4 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Baltimore. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 04m, compared with 4h 09m via Buffalo (BUF) and 4h 44m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

Baltimore is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Baltimore are M&T Bank Stadium, National Aquarium Baltimore and Oriole Park At Camden Yards. These are among the most viewed places in Baltimore on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Baltimore flights:

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

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: 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.

Bus line 75, which takes 24 minutes, costs about $1 to $2 and is the best option for getting from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to downtown Baltimore if you do not have a personal vehicle.

Travelers who need to drop off or pick up their rental cars outside of normal business hours may take advantage of the services offered by the vehicle rental facility at Baltimore Washington International Airport. A parking lot is available for use by patrons while they wait for service at the facility. Payphones and restrooms are available for use by passing customers. The facility is designed to accommodate those using wheelchairs and it also has a parking area just for disabled patrons.

The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel is located directly opposite terminals 1, 2, and 3. Additionally, it is linked to all domestic terminals by underground walkways and is accessible from terminal 5 via the Airport Transit System. It is a great option if you have an early morning flight.

At O'Hare International Airport (ORD), travelers may choose from a variety of parking options including valet service, parking that is paid by the hour or day, as well as long-term and economy parking.