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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to West Palm Beach:

• Earliest: departs at 6:35 am and lands at 9:48 am
• Latest: departs at 7:24 pm and lands at 10:37 pm.

The flight takes about 3h 13m.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to West Palm Beach takes 3h 13m, covering 1,132 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 West Palm Beach range from $335 to $482, with an average of $392 over the past 12 months. Anything below $335 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $392 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $389 round-trip, compared to $408 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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 West Palm Beach flights, with 80% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

West Palm Beach President Donald J. Trump Intl Airport (DJT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Easirent
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar

Flights from Chicago to West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach President Donald J. Trump Intl (DJT).

One-stop flights from Chicago to West Palm Beach most commonly connect through:

• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 67% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Chicago to West Palm Beach. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $389 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $648, a difference of $259.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Chicago and West Palm Beach. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 22m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 38m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

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

Manatee Lagoon is one of the most viewed places in West Palm Beach on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to West Palm Beach flights:

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

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