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Cheapest round-trip
$313
Typical prices: $224-$339
Southwest
Sat 8/8Sat 8/15
MDW - ORF • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$96
Typical prices: $120-$294
Frontier
Wed 9/23
ORD - ORF • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $313 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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Cheapest • Avg $179 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Norfolk (CHI-ORF)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Norfolk that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Norfolk

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
Southwest Logo
7:45 am - 10:55 am
MDW
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ORF
2h 10mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 5:05 pm
ORF
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MDW
2h 05mnonstop
$313Southwest
Sat, Jul 18 - Fri, Jul 24
Frontier Logo
7:05 am - 11:15 am
ORD
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ORF
27h 10m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 7:53 pm
ORF
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ORD
8h 43m
1 stop
$313Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Mon, Aug 17
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 12:10 pm
MDW
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ORF
2h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
1:55 pm - 8:10 pm
ORF
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MDW
7h 15m
1 stop
$315Southwest
Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Jul 20
Frontier Logo
5:13 pm - 8:39 pm
ORD
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ORF
26h 26m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:34 pm - 11:10 pm
ORF
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ORD
26h 36m
1 stop
$315Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Aug 10
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 8:50 pm
MDW
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ORF
7h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 9:30 am
ORF
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MDW
4h 30m
1 stop
$316Southwest
Tue, Jul 21 - Thu, Jul 23
Frontier Logo
1:50 pm - 11:15 am
ORD
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ORF
20h 25m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 5:37 am
ORF
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ORD
18h 27m
2 stops
$316Frontier
Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Aug 18
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1:50 pm - 11:15 am
ORD
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ORF
20h 25m
1 stop
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6:12 pm - 12:50 pm
ORF
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ORD
19h 38m
2 stops
$318Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 21
Frontier Logo
5:13 pm - 8:39 pm
ORD
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ORF
26h 26m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:10 pm - 7:53 pm
ORF
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ORD
8h 43m
1 stop
$319Frontier
Wed, Jul 29 - Mon, Aug 3
American Airlines Logo
7:14 pm - 10:39 pm
ORD
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ORF
2h 25mnonstop
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6:46 pm - 8:29 pm
ORF
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ORD
2h 43mnonstop
$320American Airlines
Wed, Jul 29 - Thu, Jul 30
Southwest Logo
7:55 am - 11:05 am
MDW
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ORF
2h 10mnonstop
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7:15 pm - 8:20 pm
ORF
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MDW
2h 05mnonstop
$320Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Norfolk flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Norfolk to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Norfolk departing in August.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Norfolk flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Norfolk costs $277 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Norfolk (ORF). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 6% cheaper than other Chicago-Norfolk routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Norfolk?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Norfolk clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Norfolk, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Norfolk, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Norfolk, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Norfolk is September, where tickets cost $77 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $217 and $182 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago to Norfolk?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $394, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Norfolk?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Norfolk, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Norfolk, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Norfolk

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Good to know

Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$96
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Norfolk

When to book flights from Chicago to Norfolk

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Norfolk based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Norfolk

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Norfolk?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Norfolk was $96 for a one-way ticket and $313 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Norfolk?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Norfolk?

    Chicago is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Norfolk. You will leave Chicago from one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be arriving at Norfolk.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Norfolk?

    American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Norfolk flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Norfolk?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Norfolk flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Norfolk?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Norfolk, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Norfolk?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Norfolk on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Norfolk, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Norfolk are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $388 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $403 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Norfolk?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Norfolk.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Norfolk?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Norfolk from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Norfolk?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Norfolk with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Norfolk?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Norfolk from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Norfolk

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $193 or less one-way and $364 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Norfolk?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chicago to Norfolk.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Norfolk Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to Norfolk

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Norfolk to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Chicago to Norfolk

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Norfolk. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Norfolk? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4246 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
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It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
DEN - ORF
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It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

I flew twice this week on Southwest, was delayed over 2 hours both ways. From Pittsburgh to Chicago it was due to weather but the gate agents, pilot etc were great at updating everyone. Today from Midway to Pittsburgh the plane had come from an international location, kept getting delayed, no information was given until we were delayed for the third time. It was ridiculous, whoever scheduled that plane to fly to Pittsburgh after didn’t consider a lot of things.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

Plane crashed into a bus or some other vehicle on the ground while pulling out of the gate. No injuries, but wing tip was damaged and returned to gate for “maintenance issues” and we departed 5 hours later because the plane went out of service and new plane was flown in from a nearby airport, Midway.

All was good. I just had a hard time getting connected to the WiFi/internet during the flight

after landing, we stay 2 hours on the taxi way before reaching the gate The airline and the crew were good though

I'm not a fan of Southwest's model. I don't like the herding style of boarding.

My flight to Chicago left and landed early. My return flight left two minutes late and arrived 2 minutes late. My seat selections were ideal! There were no snacks going to Chicago and no snacks on the return trip. There are no charging outlets on board.

Great experience. Boarding was fast, staff were very nice and funny, everything at the seat worked well.

Horrible! Several delays and then was cancelled! I spent over 24 hours in the airport and was unable to get a hotel or food voucher.

Boarded early; and arrived home 40 mins early. After a long flight, it’s nice to be back home early. These flights have no amenities; no snacks. So need to bring your own

A long delay. Don't travel late in the day.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

The crew was great. Very friendly and responsive. The plane was old, small and tight. We ran out of overhead space and I had to check. Middle seat was particularly tight.

Several missed and almost missed connections. It felt like everything was being patched together last minute without enough resources and it ended up being an extremely stressful experience that basically ruined our weekend on the west coast. What a waste.

Crew was friendly. Seats are too narrow, particularly when a big person is in the adjacent seat, but I understand this is due to smaller planes usually flight into Lincoln. I have experienced several flight delays going out and coming into Lincoln airport, I say maybe 50% or higher of the flights I've taken out of this airport have been delayed.

I understand weather is an issue, but making us chase our plane down at five scheduled gates across three terminals in an airport the size of O'Hare was unfair. They'd have probably been better off to leave gates as TBD until the inbound plane is in final approach instead of running us all over the place. Also, props to the consistently-unprepared ground crew in Richmond for once again leaving my lane parked short of the gate because they couldn't have a crew in place on time with 2 hours notice...

cabin crew was OK, food was OK, the trip from the US to Munich was actually pretty bad comfort wise. Noisy aircraft, lights never dimmed even in Business class (night flight) barely sufficient amenities for the price. I have millions of miles with United but TBH American is gaining ground and Delta has always been marginally better then United although on paper United has more longes and cheaper upgrades.

Very turbulent flight, no drinks, very little service, unorganized boarding, gate changed multiple times

The flight was delayed significantly. Communication during the flight was abrupt and caused some panic as we were navigating turbulence. It was also too loud and every announcement felt startling. The flight attendants did not offer any assurances and I felt unsettled most of the flight. The seats, floor and tray table was very dirty. The seat next to me was broken and the passenger sitting there was very uncomfortable. He had a spring in his back and his seat made terrible squeaking noises through the flight.

Significant delays on my trip to Chicago and my trip back to NY

Delayed by 5 hours and I had to wit in the airport for more than 6+ hours.

I’ve got 31F seat and window seat . My 2 co passengers was AA crew members and they were very rude attitude and when I was going to use bathroom their gestures was very different and awkward and the guy beside me completely occupied the hand rest and I was really uncomfortable

It was so much better than expected, Ohare is not such a pleasant experience but American Airlines with the new, clean aeroplane and free Wi-Fi was outstanding and the crew so pleasant and helpful.

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

American Airlines II: Delay Boogaloo. Multiple gate changes, delays, boarded and then MORE delays. I hate to say this won’t matter, but posting stuff about major corporations in 2026 is a post-modern “scream into the void.” Was multiple hours late coming home, so there you go.

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

3 hour weather delay followed by 1 hour (and counting) maintenance delay. UGH!

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

Just know that everything, and I mean everything is “ala cart”. 60$ just to put something in the overhead bin. I will never fly Frontier again nor do I recommend them to anyone else.

Great for the price. No wifi or entertainment, but gate agents and crew were fantastic and we boarded quickly and left on time.

Our flight was canceled for no known reason. We weren’t told until we were checking in at 5:00 am. This was after our last flight with Frontier where we sat on the plane for three hours (not an exaggeration) before we took off because of a mechanical issue. We won’t be flying Frontier again.

I didn’t have enough time to catch my connecting flight and had to use a different Airline. I will be requesting a refund.

I brought a ticket and car rental through Travelocity. There was no where to add a KTN. So I thought i’d add it by looking up ticket on frontier website. I tried 3 times with the frontier chat bot to add my KTN it never updated my boarding pass. So then I tried showing up early to do it in person at the airport. The first employee update my ktn in the system and gave me a new boarding pass. I was sent back by tsa to join regular line. Then I was told to add my Ktn. It would cost me $25 extra. Given the length of the cue I did pay. Congratulations! BUT I will NEVER fly frontier again. Plus the plane was very old. It had actual ashtrays and old looking tray backs. Worst travel experience ever. Im warning my friends and family not to use frontier ever.

It was delayed 9 hours for operational reasons, despite the plane arriving to the airport on time.

Was just ok with over selling I guess. A lot of people in a short space and when we finally arrive i20 minutes, waiting to get out from the plain because we were waiting authorization for out boarding? Something like that.

The flight and crew were fine. When we (several groups) arrived in Norfolk on Sunday we discovered our bags had not arrived. The staff at norfolk airport was less than helpful. Told us our bags wouldn't arrive until Thursday. When asked what happened they said it bags never made it on the plane and it happened all the time. When asked about reimbursement for replacement items the desk agent said we could try to submit receipts online, but they weren't sure we would be reimbursed. I understand this is a low cost airline, but this was really beyond poor customer service.

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