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Cheapest round-trip
$339
Typical prices: $318-$562
United Airlines
Fri 11/9Wed 11/14
ORD - ITH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$294
Typical prices: $264-$339
Delta
Mon 11/19
ORD - ITH • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $413 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 4h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Ithaca (CHI-ITH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Ithaca

Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:05 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 39m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:55 pm - 12:01 amITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:07 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:00 am - 9:45 amITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$359United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:00 pm - 5:20 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$359Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:00 pm - 5:20 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$359Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:17 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$364Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 8:17 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$364Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 14
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11:35 am - 10:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
9h 48m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:17 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$369Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
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6:12 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:55 pm - 12:01 amITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$389United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:30 pm - 7:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:55 pm - 12:01 amITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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1:30 pm - 7:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:55 pm - 12:01 amITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 06m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$459United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Ithaca flights

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Ithaca typically range from $318 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Ithaca flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Ithaca routes. They average around $428 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Ithaca. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 84% higher.

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Key details for Chicago to Ithaca flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$294
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Ithaca

When to book flights from Chicago to Ithaca

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Ithaca 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 Ithaca flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Ithaca?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Chicago to Ithaca. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 50m and 5h 31m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Ithaca flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Ithaca range from $318 to $562, with an average of $428 over the past 12 months. Anything below $318 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago to Ithaca 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 $339 to $924. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chicago to Ithaca are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $318.

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

    Flights from Chicago to Ithaca 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 Ithaca Tompkins County (ITH).

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

    Connecting flights from Chicago to Ithaca most commonly pass through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 41% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Chicago to Ithaca. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $372 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $791, a difference of $419.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Ithaca?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 5h 31m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Ithaca?

    Ithaca is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Ithaca flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $372, about $419 less than Tuesday fares (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Ithaca trip for January. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $523 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ithaca Tompkins County Airport.

    • Cayuga Blu Hotel
    • Homewood Suites by Hilton Ithaca
    • Courtyard by Marriott Ithaca Airport/University

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