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

• Earliest: departs at 5:50 am and lands at 7:19 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 1:24 am.

The flight takes about 1h 29m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Cleveland takes 1h 29m, covering 300 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 Cleveland range from $239 to $501, with an average of $347 over the past 12 months. Anything below $239 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 46% above the $347 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $243 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $350 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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Cleveland flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, evening flights for 27%, and night flights for 11%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $129 to $811. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Cleveland 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 Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $88, which is 63% below the typical average for this route.

Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
• Dollar
• Thrifty

Flights from Chicago to Cleveland 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 Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE).

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

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Chicago to Cleveland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $234 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $484, a difference of $250.

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

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

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 4h 15m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 16m via Orlando (MCO).

Cleveland 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 Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Cleveland 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.

CLE airport caters to the movement of its landing travelers to the city center. The quickest way to downtown Cleveland is by the airport shuttle, driving or taxi which takes about 15min each. The airport shuttle is the best of the three since it offers free services to the airport’s travelers.

Yes. Several artworks and exhibitions are displayed that travelers passionate about art and history can pass by before heading out of the airport. You can visit the Public Gallery or the Rock and Roll Fame Posters to make your flight through the airport more interesting.

ORD airport hosts various lounges where you can relax away from the busy departure areas. You can go to the Air France Lounge in Terminal 5 which offers free entry. There is also the American Flagship Lounge in Terminal 3 at gate K6 which offers free access. U.S. military members and their families should consider relaxing in USO Lounge in Terminal 2.

Yes. MDW airport hosts religious facilities and services essential to travelers of all faiths. The airport has an interfaith chapel on the mezzanine level in Concourse C. It offers rosaries, prayer books, rugs, and comfortable seating for passengers to pray or meditate. You can visit the chapel if you need a quiet and serene environment to pray or meditate.