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Cheapest round-trip
$240
Typical prices: $343-$505
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/14Mon 10/22
ORD - SAV • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$357
Typical prices: $346-$507
Southwest
Sat 10/6Wed 10/10
MDW - SAV • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 24m
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Cheapest • 14% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $205 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Savannah (CHI-SAV)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Savannah

Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 22
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8:04 am - 4:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
7h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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5:14 pm - 3:30 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$240Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:11 am - 9:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
12h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:23 pm - 3:30 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 07m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$243Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:11 am - 4:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
8h 04m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:23 pm - 2:45 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 22m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$244Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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11:48 am - 3:13 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 25mnonstop
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9:07 am - 10:41 amSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34mnonstop
$357United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:59 pm - 9:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 24mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 8:32 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 37mnonstop
$357United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:31 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 31mnonstop
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12:01 pm - 1:43 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42mnonstop
$357American Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
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9:45 am - 1:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 31mnonstop
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1:48 pm - 3:30 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42mnonstop
$357American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
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8:00 am - 11:05 amMDW  Chicago Midway-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 05mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 5:55 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 10mnonstop
$357Southwest
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
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1:45 pm - 4:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 05mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 2:50 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-MDW Chicago Midway
2h 20mnonstop
$357Southwest
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 3:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SAV Savannah/Hilton Head
2h 25mnonstop
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1:20 pm - 5:51 pmSAV  Savannah/Hilton Head-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$367American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Savannah flights

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What is the cheapest Chicago to Savannah flight route?

Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) to Savannah (SAV) is the cheapest Chicago to Savannah route, averaging $340 round-trip. Other Chicago to Savannah routes average $424, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Savannah, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% 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 Savannah?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Savannah at $361 round-trip.
  • November ($469) and December ($460) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago to Savannah the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago to Savannah are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Savannah

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, ORD and MDW

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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SAV

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Chicago to Savannah flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Savannah

When to book flights from Chicago to Savannah

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Your Chicago to Savannah flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Can I rent a car at SAV?

    At SAV, you can easily rent a car, as this airport has counters of reliable car rentals such as Thrifty, Hertz, Dollar, and Enterprise. The said counters are situated in the airport’s baggage claim area.

  • Where can I park my car at ORD?

    If you’d like to park your car at ORD for the duration of your trip, you can do so at one of the on-site or off-site garages managed by the airport. Of the two, the off-site garages are considerably cheaper. Thus, to park affordably, you should drive to one of the airport’s off-site garages.

  • Does MDW have a chapel?

    Suppose you want to pray or meditate before your flight to Savannah at MDW. In that case, you can do so at the airport’s chapel situated on the Mezzanine of Level C. You can visit this chapel, irrespective of your religion, given that it is an interfaith chapel.

  • What public transportation can I use to travel from SAV to Savannah’s city center?

    To travel to Savannah’s city center from SAV via public transportation, you can board a taxi or a bus. Taxis that operate this route travel faster than the buses. On the other hand, the buses demand lesser fares than the taxis. This being the case, if you’d like to cover the distance between these two points quickly, boarding a taxi is in your best interest, while to cover the distance affordably, boarding a bus is more appropriate.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago to Savannah flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago to Savannah flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago to Savannah?

    3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Savannah. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Southwest
    • American Airlines

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

    Flights from Chicago to Savannah 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 Savannah/Hilton Head (SAV).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago to Savannah flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Savannah:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago to Savannah?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $205 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $416 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago to Savannah?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Savannah most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Chicago to Savannah route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $452, a difference of $74. 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 are flight departures from Chicago to Savannah spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Savannah flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Savannah?

    Some of the most popular sights in Savannah are Savannah Historic District, River Street and Savannah College of Art and Design. These are among the most viewed places in Savannah on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago to Savannah?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Savannah:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:59 am and lands at 9:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:09 pm and lands at 8:33 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 24m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago to Savannah flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 60% above the route average of $415. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Savannah?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Savannah takes 2h 24m, covering 760 miles.

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

    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 Savannah 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 $240 to $1,726. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Chicago to Savannah are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Savannah?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 19m, compared with 4h 45m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 45m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago and Savannah?

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

  • What car rental options are available at Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV)?

    Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Alamo
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Savannah range from $343 to $505, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago to Savannah flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago to Savannah route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Chicago to Savannah flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $378 - about $74 less than Sunday (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Savannah trip for January. Fares historically average $361 round-trip in that month - typically $108 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $205 round-trip on this route - about $211 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport.
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Savannah Airport
    - Days Inn by Wyndham Savannah Airport
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Savannah Airport
  • You can board your flight to Savannah in Chicago at either O’Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway International Airport (MDW). When booking your flight to Savannah, choosing one that departs at MDW is advisable, as MDW is closer to Chicago’s neighborhoods and has less passenger traffic than ORD.
  • At MDW and ORD, you’ll take a lot of time to enter, as they both feature time-consuming security checks. More than once, travelers have missed their flights because of being held up at these security checkpoints. You can easily avoid going through the same by simply getting to your airport at least 2h prior to your flight, on the date you’re scheduled to fly to Savannah. By doing so, you will have adequate time to go through the airport’s security checkpoints.
  • Both ORD and MDW boast TSA Care professionals who offer special assistance services to disabled travelers. Thus, if you are disabled and require special assistance, you can count on getting it easily in any of the airports. Please note that if you require special assistance services, you should contact your airport’s TSA Care team at least 72h before your flight so that they can make the necessary preparations for you.
  • Once you land at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV), you can rest at The Passport Club on the Airside of this airport. If you are a military member or a family member of one, you can rest at the airport’s USO Lounge, located on level 2 of the Departure Level, near the Delta Airlines Ticket counter.
  • If you need brochures, maps, and general information, you should head to SAV’s Visitor Information Center. Found in the center of the Baggage Claim area, this center is always open from 8:30 am to 11 pm.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago to Savannah/Hilton Head

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

Savannah/Hilton Head 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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