Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Hilo?

Flights from Chicago to Hilo 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 Hilo Intl (ITO).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Hilo: • Economy Class • First Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Hilo pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chicago to Hilo pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Chicago to Hilo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $584 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,189, a difference of $605. 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 Hilo?

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Hilo takes 00m, covering 4,168 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Hilo?

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.

How are flight prices from Chicago to Hilo looking right now?

One-way fares from Chicago to Hilo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $632, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Hilo?

Hilo is 5 hours behind Chicago (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?

Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Hertz • Thrifty • Budget • Alamo

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Hilo range from $584 to $930, with an average of $781 over the past 12 months. Anything below $584 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Hilo flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Hilo (ITO) is the cheapest Chicago to Hilo route, averaging $781 round-trip. Other Chicago to Hilo routes average $889, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Hilo. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 52% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chicago to Hilo?

Southwest ($642) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Chicago to Hilo in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chicago to Hilo?

Flights via Honolulu (HNL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,317. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chicago to Hilo which airport offers the shortest layover?

Honolulu (HNL) had the shortest average connection time for Chicago to Hilo layovers at 6h 31m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $584-$930

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Hilo

Mon, Dec 14 - Mon, Dec 21

2:13 pm - 7:07 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

20h 54m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:51 pm - 6:54 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 03m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$598Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18

2:13 pm - 7:03 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

20h 50m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:24 pm - 10:08 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 44m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$598Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 9

7:55 pm - 3:22 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

23h 27m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

3:54 pm - 1:54 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 00m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$608Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 17

7:57 pm - 4:27 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

24h 30m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

7:30 pm - 3:00 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 30m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$609Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Jan 26

2:13 pm - 7:57 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

21h 44m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

11:02 am - 1:15 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 13m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$609Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Jan 26

2:10 pm - 7:03 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

20h 53m2 stops Portland Honolulu

11:02 am - 1:15 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 13m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$609Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Tue, Jan 26

7:40 am - 6:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 15m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:00 am - 1:15 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$627Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

5:50 am - 1:20 pmMDW Chicago Midway-ITO Hilo Intl

11h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11:35 am - 5:55 amITO Hilo Intl-MDW Chicago Midway

14h 20m2 stops Honolulu Oakland

$642Southwest

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

2:13 pm - 2:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

28h 06m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

8:45 pm - 7:00 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 15m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$644Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

7:26 am - 4:54 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

37h 28m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

7:30 pm - 7:00 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 30m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$647Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Chicago to Hilo

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

3:59 pm - 1:22 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

25h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

8:45 pm - 1:09 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 24m2 stops Honolulu Portland

$765Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

3:59 pm - 3:22 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

27h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

9:26 am - 5:40 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 14m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$790Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

7:00 am - 9:57 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 57m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

9:26 am - 5:40 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 14m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$791Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

10:00 am - 5:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

11h 47m1 stop Honolulu

4:59 pm - 7:27 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 28m1 stop Honolulu

$809American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

3:59 pm - 3:22 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

27h 23m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

9:26 am - 5:40 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 14m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$810Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

11:45 am - 9:57 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 12m2 stops Los Angeles Honolulu

4:59 pm - 7:27 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 28m1 stop Honolulu

$818American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 6

7:20 am - 6:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 59m2 stops San Diego Kahului

7:30 pm - 5:37 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 07m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$851Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

7:00 am - 9:57 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 57m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

9:26 am - 5:40 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 14m3 stops Honolulu Lihue Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$866Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

10:00 am - 5:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

11h 47m1 stop Honolulu

4:59 pm - 7:27 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 28m1 stop Honolulu

$890American Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Nov 8

10:00 am - 5:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

11h 47m1 stop Honolulu

12:38 pm - 6:05 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 27m2 stops Honolulu Los Angeles

$899American Airlines

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What is the cheapest Chicago to Hilo flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyzes pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Hilo (ITO) is the cheapest Chicago to Hilo route, averaging $781 round-trip. Other Chicago to Hilo routes average $889, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Hilo?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Hilo. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 52% higher.

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

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Hilo?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Hilo:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Chicago to Hilo?
A nonstop flight from Chicago to Hilo takes 00m, covering 4,168 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago to Hilo?
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Hilo flight?
Round-trip flights from Chicago to Hilo range from $584 to $930, with an average of $781 over the past 12 months. Anything below $584 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from Chicago to Hilo looking right now?
One-way fares from Chicago to Hilo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $632, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?
Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Budget
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Hilo?
Flights from Chicago to Hilo 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 Hilo Intl (ITO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Hilo pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chicago to Hilo pass through Honolulu (HNL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Hilo?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Chicago to Hilo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $584 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,189, a difference of $605.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Chicago and Hilo?
Hilo is 5 hours behind Chicago (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $584, about $605 less than Saturday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Hilo trip for December. Fares historically average $455 round-trip in that month - typically $800 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hilo Intl Airport.

• Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton
• Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
• Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

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