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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Pittsburgh (CHI-PIT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Pittsburgh 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Pittsburgh

Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
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2:30 pm - 9:55 pmMDW-PIT
6h 25m2 stops
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6:45 pm - 7:15 pmPIT-MDW
1h 30mnonstop
$112Southwest
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
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8:26 am - 1:53 pmORD-PIT
4h 27m1 stop
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12:14 pm - 12:27 amPIT-ORD
13h 13m1 stop
$117Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Sun, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
7:24 am - 10:07 amORD-PIT
1h 43mnonstop
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2:06 pm - 2:55 pmPIT-ORD
1h 49mnonstop
$119United Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
American Airlines Logo
8:16 am - 10:52 amORD-PIT
1h 36mnonstop
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5:38 pm - 6:39 pmPIT-ORD
2h 01mnonstop
$121American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 10:07 amORD-PIT
1h 35mnonstop
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5:51 pm - 6:35 pmPIT-ORD
1h 44mnonstop
$134United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17
Spirit Airlines Logo
2:31 pm - 6:21 amORD-PIT
14h 50m1 stop
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12:14 pm - 12:27 amPIT-ORD
13h 13m1 stop
$138Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 9:00 pmORD-PIT
1h 30mnonstop
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6:39 pm - 7:44 pmPIT-ORD
2h 05mnonstop
$139American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 14
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:34 pm - 6:21 amORD-PIT
9h 47m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
10:06 pm - 10:30 amPIT-ORD
13h 24m1 stop
$143Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 12:41 pmORD-PIT
4h 56m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:26 am - 10:00 amPIT-ORD
4h 34m1 stop
$157Delta
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 11:46 pmMDW-PIT
5h 46m1 stop
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6:00 am - 10:34 amPIT-MDW
5h 34m1 stop
$177Delta
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Overall average: $701
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$119
Typical prices: $297-$522
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Pittsburgh flights

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

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Planning a trip from Chicago to Pittsburgh? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

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 Pittsburgh departing in December.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Pittsburgh flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Pittsburgh costs $97 on the route between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Pittsburgh (PIT). Over the past month, flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Pittsburgh (PIT) were, on average, 23% cheaper than other Chicago-Pittsburgh routes. This is also the most popular route.

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

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

When flying from Chicago to Pittsburgh, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh is August, where tickets cost $171 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $350 and $325 respectively.

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

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $178 on average.

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

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 Pittsburgh, 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 Pittsburgh, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 56% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Pittsburgh

 
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United Airlines

United's Priority Boarding ensures overhead bin space, ideal for carry-on travelers.


United offers free messaging on flights, with Wi-Fi available for purchase.

Southwest

Southwest offers free carry-on and personal item, but checked bags now incur fees.


Southwest's cancellation policy allows changes up to 10 minutes before departure for credit or refund.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
American Airlines

American's Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks.


Use American's Track Your Bag tool for peace of mind with checked luggage.

Airports
ORD

For a quick commute to downtown, take the CTA Blue Line from ORD, which runs 24/7 and takes about 45 minutes.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
MDW

MDW offers a user-friendly experience with shorter security lines and easy navigation, ideal for domestic flights.

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PIT

Use the 28X Airport Flyer bus for a budget-friendly trip to downtown Pittsburgh, taking about 45 minutes.

Read more about PITby Matt Meltzer
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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.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$43
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Pittsburgh

When to book flights from Chicago to Pittsburgh

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

  • Are there kid-friendly amenities on flights from Chicago Airport to Pittsburgh?

    The on-demand kid-friendly entertainment options offered by Air Canada Airlines make it the preferred airline among travelers flying from Chicago Airport to Pittsburgh in the company of their kids. The airline offers free in-flight Wi-Fi services, allowing your kids to stream their favorite TV shows, video games, and films.

  • Where can I find car rentals from PIT Airport in Pittsburgh?

    Using car rentals is one of the most effective methods of connecting travelers to Pittsburgh’s downtown and city center from PIT Airport. Travelers who plan to rent a car from PIT Airport should consider visiting Hertz Car Rental-Pittsburgh International Airport. This is one car rental agency that offers quality and affordable services to travelers landing at PIT Airport.

  • How do I get to Pittsburgh downtown from PIT Airport?

    Using airport shuttles is the most effective way of connecting travelers to Pittsburgh downtown from PIT Airport. Apart from using airport shuttles, travelers can connect to Pittsburgh downtown from PIT Airport through taxis, rental cars, and buses. PIT Airport provides a list of the approved taxi, shuttle, charter bus services, and limousines that travelers can use to connect from the airport to downtown.

  • Which hotel can I stay in after landing at PIT Airport?

    Travelers who plan to stay in a hotel room after landing at PIT Airport shouldn’t worry. Several hotels offer affordable services to travelers from PIT Airport. One hotel that is easily accessible to travelers landing at PIT Airport is the La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Pittsburgh Airport. This hotel is located along University Blvd, Moon Twp, a 9min drive from PIT Airport. La Quinta Inn provides free airport shuttle and Wi-Fi services.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Pittsburgh was $43 for a one-way ticket and $112 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Chicago to Pittsburgh. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

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

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Pittsburgh flight route: American Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, Delta, British Airways, and JetBlue.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Pittsburgh flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Pittsburgh?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Pittsburgh are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $289 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $302 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Pittsburgh.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

    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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

    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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $110 or less one-way and $203 or less round-trip.
  • Persons with reduced mobility don’t have to worry when planning to travel from Chicago Airport to Pittsburgh. O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is one airport in Chicago that provides travelers with reduced mobility curb-to-aircraft wheelchair services. All airlines serving flights from ORD Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) have deployed enough personnel across the airport to assist travelers with reduced mobility.
  • Despite ORD Airport being the largest airport in Chicago that serves flights to Pittsburgh, travelers from downtown Chicago prefer Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) as their departure airport to Pittsburgh. Travelers prefer MDW Airport as their departure airport to Pittsburgh because they experience less traffic, less time on the train, shorter drives, and pay cheaply on Ubers that connect them from downtown Chicago to MDW Airport.
  • Pet lovers have nothing to worry about when planning their flights from Chicago Airport to Pittsburgh. ORD Airport has a pet-friendly policy that allows travelers to remain in the company of their pets. However, the airport advises travelers against removing their pets from their crates or carriers at the airport terminals. The Airport has four pet relief areas.
  • Travelers who plan to catch the earliest flight that departs ORD Airport to Pittsburgh should consider spending their night in a nearby hotel. One hotel that guarantees travelers quick access to ORD Airport is Four Points Hotel by Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport. The hotel is located along West Irving Park Rd, Schiller Park, 4 miles away from ORD Airport. It offers free airport shuttle services.
  • If you’re planning to take care of your stomach and read some newspapers while waiting for your flight from ORD Airport to Pittsburgh, consider visiting one of the nearest restaurants. Some of the closest restaurants that offer quality and affordable services to travelers at ORD Airport are Berghoff Café and Tortas Frontera by Rick Bayless Restaurant.

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Chicago to Pittsburgh

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

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Thursday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

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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

Pittsburgh 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 3 airlines serving from Chicago to Pittsburgh

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4241 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

8.0 ExcellentGreg, Oct 2025OAK - BUR
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Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Tried watching free movie and it kept freezing so I couldn’t finish.

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

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Great flight. Outstanding Service. Southwest was able to put us on a direct flight to Denver when the connection could have been affected by a later arrival to Baltimore. The direct flight was less expensive that the flight with the connection in Baltimore.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Boarded on time but once we were ready for take off, the crew determined that, although every seat was taken, somehow someone was on the wrong flight. Delay, delay delay, announcements and ended up with one person checking EVERY ID against their passenger Manifest only to figure out it was a "clerical error." We departed 54 minutes late causing me to run in the St. Louis Airport to make my connection and lose the priority boarding spot I had paid for. Unnecessary delay.

I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

Flight was delayed due to plane not passing inspection And one of the crew had to time out and we had to wait for another one A 3 hour delay

Excellent flight. Smooth, efficient boarding. Quick flight. Arrived early at STL.

I will never book a flight through Cheap fare. They booked me from Portland Main . And would not give me a refund, so I bought 2 tickets one for 299. From Portland Main to ORD. Then I had to buy a ticket from Oregon PDX to ORD that was another 440. So Just so you know they even told me it was there fault but no refund. Bad bussniess. I did inform United but they said they couldn't help me due to the fact I booked through Cheap Tickets. Never again. And I'm spreding the word. I let everyone know at my 50th class reunion

Crew and customer service were excellent. This flight also had plenty of leg room and seat mounted screens for entertainment. A very pleasant flight all around!

It would have been better if the crew has supported my husband's reasons for needing to keep the space clear around his feet, rather than insisting that he put his knapsack in that space.

Subject: Formal Complaint: Discriminatory and Unprofessional Conduct – Request for Immediate Action & Compensation Dear [Airline Customer Relations Team], I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent travel experience with [Airline], which was by far the worst I have ever encountered. What occurred was not only unprofessional, but in several instances discriminatory, unsafe, and unacceptable. On the first leg of my trip, I arrived only four minutes past check-in. Instead of making any attempt to resolve the matter, your representative flatly denied me boarding and made me wait while she attended to passengers who arrived after me. By the time a manager intervened, it was too late to board, costing me time, money, and unnecessary frustration. The second leg of my trip (Chicago–San Francisco) raised even more serious concerns. From the outset, it was apparent that the staff—particularly two attendants—prioritized Caucasian passengers while dismissing African American and minority passengers. • When a Caucasian passenger in the exit row refused to comply with federal safety requirements, I, as a first responder, immediately offered to switch seats and assume the responsibility. My offer was blatantly ignored, and instead, a Caucasian passenger seated further up was chosen. This was discriminatory and deeply insulting, especially as I was actively de-escalating the situation that could have delayed the flight further. • During a lengthy tarmac delay of over 90 minutes, passengers were given conflicting and unreasonable instructions that created unnecessary distress and tension. • Throughout the flight, a visibly intoxicated passenger directly in front of me was disruptive, rude to others, failed to comply with seatbelt and electronic device rules, and yet faced no enforcement from the crew. In stark contrast, I was singled out for repeated compliance checks even though I was following every rule. This unequal treatment was so obvious that multiple passengers around me spoke up in my defense. This pattern of behavior demonstrated a clear lack of professionalism, disregard for passenger safety, and discriminatory treatment. I expect far better from an airline of your stature. As a paying customer subjected to this unacceptable treatment, I am formally requesting: 1. A full investigation into the conduct of the staff on both flights. 2. A written apology acknowledging the discriminatory and unprofessional behavior I endured. 3. Appropriate compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and mishandling of my travel. If this matter is not addressed promptly and thoroughly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint further, including filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation and sharing my experience through other channels. I trust [Airline] will take this complaint seriously and provide a timely resolution.

Check in was quick and easy during early hours. Flight was on time, and customer services was a plus.

Once we got in the air the pilot made up some of the time of the delay. So that was really nice.

Excellent flight. Boarding was efficient and departure was on time. Smooth flight with on time arrival. Deplaning was also efficient.

It was delayed instead of departing at 9:20pm, we departed at 11pm… putting us in Columbus after 2am! It was awful. Had I known about the delay, I could have spent some time in the United Lounge… I was starving because I started my journey in Budapest… so I was exhausted and hungry. Plus I had to make new arrangements to be picked up at the airport in Columbus, instead of midnight it was 2:30 am after getting luggage and out of airport. Not feasible. I would have just stayed in Chicago for the night and gotten a morning flight.

It was great, I’m very grateful for the pilots and crew flight attendants for everything.

The plane was late, when we did board the plane was as cold as a freezer. I was freezing the entire flight, no blankets. Lost miserable flight I’ve ever had.

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

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

After a two hour delay, my flight was CANCELLED! No pilot available. Such BS.

Amazing food, great staff, with one noticable detail missing ...but no seat entertainment in any of aircraft ...I am not a fan

Above and beyond effort from this crew in a tough situation. So helpful and understanding. Thank you!

I wish American Airlines would change the airline industry by loading the plane back to front instead of front to back. Planes would board so much more smoothly and quickly.

I have long legs, my foot was out in the aisle and when a flight attendant came walking by and I didn't notice, instead of saying "excuse me" or anything like that, she kicked my foot. Extremely rude

Excellent! The gate agents were kind enough to rebook me on an earlier flight saving me from a 6 hour layover. Even my luggage made it despite the fact that the connection was technically too narrow. The flight itself was very comfortable, roomy, and clean. Plenty of space for my carryon items with plugs to charge my phone. After a long international flight of 14 hours, this was an excellent way to end my travels!

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

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