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?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Hilo: • Economy Class • Business 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. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Chicago to Hilo route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $622 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,189, a difference of $567. 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 0h 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.

Have flight prices from Chicago to Hilo 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 $616 to $2,746. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Chicago to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $382, which is 13% below 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 starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Alamo

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Hilo range from $622 to $920, with an average of $751 over the past 12 months. Anything below $622 counts as a good deal.

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 $1,483. 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 393 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Hilo

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 2

7:20 am - 6:17 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 57m2 stops San Diego Kahului

7:30 pm - 6:59 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 29m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$616Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

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

$626Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

7:20 am - 8:12 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

16h 52m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

8:45 pm - 6:59 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

18h 14m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$629Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 2

7:20 am - 6:17 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 57m2 stops San Diego Kahului

6:19 pm - 6:59 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 40m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$636Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23

7:55 pm - 6:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

26h 24m2 stops San Diego Kahului

2:07 pm - 1:54 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 47m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$638Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 17

7:55 pm - 6:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

26h 24m2 stops San Diego Kahului

8:45 pm - 1:54 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 09m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$647Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 18

7:55 pm - 6:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

26h 24m2 stops San Diego Kahului

6:51 pm - 1:54 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

15h 03m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$648Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

7:20 am - 5:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 27m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

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

18h 07m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$651Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

7:20 am - 8:12 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

16h 52m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

7:30 pm - 11:49 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 19m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$658Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 2

7:20 am - 6:17 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 57m2 stops San Diego Kahului

6:00 am - 11:59 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 59m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$665Multiple Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Chicago to Hilo

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

8:00 am - 8:13 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 13m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

11:27 am - 12:07 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 40m2 stops Honolulu Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$791Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

1:03 pm - 8:53 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

24h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

12:54 pm - 1:26 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 32m2 stops Honolulu Portland

$857Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

1:03 pm - 8:53 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

24h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Honolulu

3:45 pm - 1:26 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 41m2 stops Honolulu Portland

$857Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

6:00 am - 8:13 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

19h 13m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Lihue Honolulu

5:58 pm - 1:26 pmITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

14h 28m2 stops Honolulu Portland

$949Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

9:25 am - 8:13 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 48m1 stop Honolulu

8:45 pm - 5:04 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 19m1 stop Honolulu

$1,150United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

9:25 am - 8:13 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 48m1 stop Honolulu

7:35 am - 12:59 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 24m2 stops Honolulu San Francisco

$1,159United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

9:25 am - 8:13 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 48m1 stop Honolulu

8:45 pm - 5:04 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 19m1 stop Honolulu

$1,170United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

9:25 am - 9:54 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 29m1 stop Honolulu

11:27 am - 5:59 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 32m2 stops Honolulu San Francisco

$1,179United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

9:25 am - 9:54 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 29m1 stop Honolulu

7:35 am - 5:04 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

16h 29m1 stop Honolulu

$1,215United Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26

9:25 am - 9:54 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 29m1 stop Honolulu

11:27 am - 5:59 amITO Hilo Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 32m2 stops Honolulu San Francisco

$1,225United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Hilo flights

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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 $741 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?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Hilo, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 58% 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 Hilo?

December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Hilo at $455 round-trip.
June ($1,255) and April ($1,174) are the most expensive months.
The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 175% on average.

This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	August
High season	February
Cheapest flight	$324

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.

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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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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?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Hilo:

• Economy Class
• Business 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. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Hilo?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 48% on the Chicago to Hilo route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $622 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,189, a difference of $567. 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 0h 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.
Have flight prices from Chicago to Hilo 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 $616 to $2,746. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chicago to Hilo looking right now?
One-way fares from Chicago to Hilo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $382, which is 13% below 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 starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Hilo flight?
Round-trip flights from Chicago to Hilo range from $622 to $920, with an average of $751 over the past 12 months. Anything below $622 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $622 - about $567 less than Saturday (48% 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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