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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $305-$456
American Airlines
Wed 10/31Sat 11/3
ORD - HRL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $155-$276
American Airlines
Sat 3/10
ORD - HRL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Harlingen. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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ORD - HRL
Cheapest • 1% average savings
MDW - HRL
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August
Cheapest • 26% price drop
March
Most popular
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Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Houston Hobby (HOU)
Shortest trip • 5h 03m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Harlingen (CHI-HRL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Harlingen

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 6:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
6h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 11:02 amHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$311American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
8h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:41 pm - 11:59 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$322American Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
United Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 4:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
8h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 10:59 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$325United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:48 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
5h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 11:26 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$325United Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 1:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
7h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:18 pm - 9:33 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 15m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$325Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
8:14 am - 2:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
6h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
10:44 am - 4:00 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 1:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
7h 03m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:18 pm - 11:54 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 36m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$330Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
8h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 10:15 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$331American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 10:48 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
5h 33m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 11:26 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 01m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$345United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Jan 4
Sun Country Air Logo
7:40 pm - 9:19 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-HRL Harlingen Valley Intl
13h 39m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Sun Country Air Logo
11:44 am - 5:37 pmHRL  Harlingen Valley Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$545Sun Country Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Harlingen flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago to Harlingen with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Harlingen start at $311. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $305 to $456. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311 on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Harlingen flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Harlingen routes. They average around $362 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Harlingen?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Harlingen, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 25% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Harlingen at $268 round-trip.
  • September ($488) and March ($425) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 82% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago to Harlingen flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$156
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Harlingen

When to book flights from Chicago to Harlingen

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Harlingen based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Harlingen flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Harlingen?

    Flights from Chicago to Harlingen 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 Harlingen Valley Intl (HRL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago to Harlingen flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Harlingen?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to Harlingen.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago to Harlingen?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $55–$55 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Harlingen pass through?

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

    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Houston Hobby (HOU) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Harlingen?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Chicago to Harlingen route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $452, a difference of $143. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Harlingen?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Harlingen takes 0h 00m, covering 1,221 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Harlingen?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago to Harlingen changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $207 to $1,629. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Harlingen looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Harlingen are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $158, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Harlingen?

    Flying via Houston Hobby (HOU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 03m, compared with 5h 34m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 5h 48m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What car rental options are available at Harlingen Valley Intl Airport (HRL)?

    Harlingen Valley Intl Airport (HRL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Harlingen flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Harlingen range from $305 to $456, with an average of $361 over the past 12 months. Anything below $305 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago to Harlingen flights?

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

Your guide to booking Chicago to Harlingen flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $309 - about $143 less than Friday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Harlingen trip for August. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $220 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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