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

• Earliest: departs at 8:50 am and lands at 12:57 pm
• Latest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 1:52 am.

The flight takes about 4h 07m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Tucson:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Tucson takes 4h 07m, covering 1,445 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Tucson range from $389 to $572, with an average of $461 over the past 12 months. Anything below $389 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 37% above the $461 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $337 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $465 for nonstop.

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.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Tucson flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $354 to $1,992. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Chicago to Tucson are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Budget
• Sixt
• Hertz
• Economy Rent a Car

Flights from Chicago to Tucson 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 Tucson (TUS).

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

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Chicago to Tucson. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $425 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $540, a difference of $115.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 59m, compared with 6h via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 27m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

Tucson is 2 hours behind Chicago (Mountain Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Tucson flights:

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

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

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

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

Tucson International Airport (TUS) serves numerous other towns in the neighborhood, which you can explore after landing from your Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) flight. For example, destinations such as Arizola, San Pedro, Eloy, Saint David, and Oracle lie within an hour’s drive from TUS. Buses and taxis will get you there conveniently.

Numerous airlines connect flights between the Chicago Airports and Tucson International Airport (TUS). For example, American Airlines departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) has a layover at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). On the other hand, Southwest Airlines from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) transits via Denver International Airport (DEN).

Most airlines provide exclusive amenities for their business- and first-class passengers flying from Chicago to Tucson. Specifically, you will have a wide range of entertainment options and various dishes and beverages. Moreover, you will get pillows, blankets, and bedding which you can spread on the lie-flat seats for a nap during the journey.

Those traveling with their little ones should consider booking their Chicago-Tucson flights with Frontier, American, or Delta Airlines. These carriers are parents’ favorites due to their spacious seats with extra legroom. In addition, they feature kid-friendly entertainment and menus to keep the young and the young at heart engaged until they arrive in Tucson.