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

• Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 8:05 am
• Latest: departs at 8:55 pm and lands at 11:55 pm.

The flight takes about 3h.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Fort Myers:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Fort Myers takes 3h, covering 1,110 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 Fort Myers range from $219 to $433, with an average of $313 over the past 12 months. Anything below $219 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $313 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $257 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $311 for nonstop.

United Airlines 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 Fort Myers flights are:

• United Airlines: 85% on time
• Frontier: 84% on time
• Southwest: 76% 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 Fort Myers flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 36%, evening flights for 21%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $128, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl Airport (RSW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $49 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Fox
• Budget

Flights from Chicago to Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers SW Florida Intl (RSW).

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 Fort Myers route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 43m.

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Chicago to Fort Myers. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $301 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $351, a difference of $50.

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 Fort Myers. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest
• Frontier

Flying via Columbus (CMH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 4h 43m via Orlando (MCO) and 4h 49m via Lambert-St Louis (STL).

Fort Myers 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 Fort Myers are Lee Memorial Hospital, Terry Park Ballfield and Red Sox Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Fort Myers on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Fort Myers flights:

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

In addition to several private nursing and changing rooms that are placed in every terminal of O’Hare International Airport, there is also a Kids On The Fly interactive exhibit that is in Terminal 2. This indoor playground features aviation themed activities and toys, making it popular amongst kids of all ages.

Go Go White Sox Bar and Grill is in the Central Market of Chicago Midway International Airport and has beers, sandwiches, burgers, and steaks, while Porkchop is in Concourse B and specializes in BBQ. Tabo Sushi is also in the Central Market and sells to-go Japanese food.

The Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Myers Near JetBlue Park is an affordable hotel that is only a 5m drive from the airport and 15m drive from Lakes Park. To stay somewhere stylish, select the Hilton Garden Inn, which is a 4m drive from the airport and a 15m drive from the Koreshan State Park.

To find the rental car desks, go to the baggage claim of the Arrivals terminal in Southwest Florida International Airport. There are 7 different companies that have on-site locations at the airport, including Budget, Hertz, and National. Payless does not have an office in this area, but they do provide a free shuttle service near the airport parking garage for guests to get to their car storage facility.