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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights from Chicago

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

Which are the most popular places to fly to from Chicago?

The domestic destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Chicago.
Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular place to fly from Chicago is New York (17% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Dallas (8%) and Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (7%).

What are the most popular international flights out of Chicago?

The international destinations KAYAK users have most searched for when searching for flights from Chicago.
There are many international destinations you can fly to from Chicago. The most popular international destinations among KAYAK users are San Juan, Paris and Tokyo.

What are the most popular countries to fly to from Chicago?

The most popular countries KAYAK users have searched for from Chicago along with the average round-trip price for the route clicked by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks.
Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular country to fly to from Chicago is Mexico (13% of total searches). The next most popular destinations are Turkey (10%) and United Arab Emirates (9%).

Which cities can I fly to direct from Chicago?

There are loads of places you can fly direct to from Chicago. The most popular destinations for direct flights among KAYAK users are Rapid City, Traverse City, Jacksonville, Los Angeles and St. Louis. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was Los Angeles at $221, while the most expensive was St. Louis, at $336.

Which international cities can I fly to direct from Chicago?

There are many international destinations you can fly to non-stop from Chicago. The most popular international destinations from KAYAK users are Paris, Puerto Vallarta, Guadalajara, Morelia and León. On average, the cheapest of these destinations on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks for a return flight was León at $278, while the most expensive was Paris, at $783.

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Flights from Chicago: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew from Chicago to anywhere 
Verified travelerFlew with British AirwaysORD-LHRJun 2025
Get a wheel chair if you have difficulty walking
RogerFlew with Japan AirlinesORD-PITJun 2025
Make sure when you go from one airline to another that your bag is marked properly so they can get it on the right damn airplane. I did that and it still didn’t make it.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesORD-LASMar 2025
If you can select your seats in advance please do
JoeFlew with IberiaORD-LHRApr 2025
Get there early. Nice airport options while you wait.
Verified travelerFlew with IberiaORD-LHRMay 2025
Get to the airport early so you’re relaxed. Con yourself into believing it’s bedtime and try to sleep so that you can keep going all day when you get there. If you can afford more comfy seats it might be worth it - though I always have the cheap ones so I can’t say for sure. Try very hard not to. sit in the middle. I’m small and the guy next to me played games all night and didn’t care that he continually ( with every move) jabbed me with his arm. This was my first flight with Cheap Flights and it was far less convenient than other times I’ve flown overseas.
AndreaFlew with United AirlinesORD-ATLMay 2025
Ask for stewards to assist and provide amenities or you won’t get them.
Verified travelerFlew with EVA AirORD-TPEFeb 2025
Coming from Chicago which is also a busy airport, I recommend checking in online prior to thetrip. Make sure luggages follow the required weight and go directly bag drop. You may also want for the attendants to print your boarding pass with the recent details on boarding gate number and zoning.
Verified travelerFlew with ANAORD-HNDJan 2025
Consider light carry-ons to give yourself stretch room for economy and quick onboarding and off boarding especially with connecting flights.
TFlew with Scandinavian AirlinesORD-CPHJan 2025
Don’t forget you can pinch and slide the headrest up and down for maximum sleeping comfort.
Verified travelerFlew with American AirlinesORD-TPADec 2024
I recommend having movies and songs downloaded on your device.
DarylFlew with Cathay PacificORD-HKGJan 2025
They are strict with carry on and they weigh it upon check in.
JanieFlew with SWISSORD-PHXFeb 2025
I think you should prebook food or bring your own food.
valerieFlew with Air CanadaORD-YULJan 2025
“Meal” usually means more than a light snack. I thought what they served was an appetizer not the total meal. So I’d eat before or bring food.
Verified travelerFlew with Spirit AirlinesORD-LASSep 2024
Make sure you get your seats booked at time of booking or at the least when you check in and make sure you check in at the earliest to have preferred seating.
MikeFlew with American AirlinesORD-LAXSep 2024
Arrive early, grab a bottle of soda before getting on the plane and open it in the terminal. If you wait until flying the pressure will decarbonize the drink.
Verified travelerFlew with SWISSORD-ZRHSep 2024
Bring a neck pillow and a heavy sweater bc it does get cold. I used the blanket for my legs. Also: get a seat in the aisle.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesORD-PDXSep 2024
Not many amenities at the terminal. I would suggest grabbing anything that catches your eye before you get all the way down. There weren't a lot of Alaska flights out of Chicago, and we were at the extreme end of the terminal.
Verified travelerFlew with Cathay PacificORD-HKGNov 2024
First flight to hkg but been to asia many times. Most airlines have frequent beverage service to combat the dehydration that comes with a long flight.
DevikaFlew with Etihad AirwaysORD-AUHSep 2024
I wish I had known how much walking I had to do to the transfer terminal from landing to transfer gate.
Verified travelerFlew with Porter AirlinesMDW-YTZSep 2024
Please start bags check-in at least 2.5 hour before flight and finish at 30 min before flight.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesORD-FRASep 2024
Be prepared to wait in long line for boarder control. Allow enough time for your layover
mauriceFlew with IberiaORD-JFKSep 2024
You should arrive early, take a lighht snack and be prepared for delays.
RuthFlew with United AirlinesORD-AMSOct 2024
Facial recognition seemed to slow boarding down, not speed it up. Why don’t airlines board from the back to the front? That would certainly speed things up!
HeatherFlew with LufthansaORD-MKEAug 2024
Make sure there's enough time between connections to go through customs and recheck your luggage. They will not let you proceed so you can't even try to run and catch the flight if you want to.
WilliamFlew with EVA AirORD-TPEJul 2024
Wear compression socks or prepare for massive swelling of your feet and ankles.
MikeFlew with British AirwaysORD-FCOJun 2024
Make sure you check the plane type and economy seating space.
EstherFlew with Ethiopian AirORD-ADDAug 2024
Eat before boarding the food is smelly. Do not sit near a toilet
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesORD-PHXApr 2024
Use the find my gate feature on the flights phone app if available as the airport is a bit confusing
AyannaFlew with Spirit AirlinesORD-TPAMay 2024
Fly out of Midway airport instead of O'Hare because its smaller and easier to manage.
PaulFlew with Alaska AirlinesORD-SEAApr 2024
The flight is long, at over four hours. I would try to get a window or aisle seat to be more comfortable. I would check with other airlines that allow you to choose your seat even if you are in the economy section. I would bring your own food on the plane as the service was sometimes sketchy.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesORD-SEAApr 2024
If you miss your flight ask any alaska agent to how and where to rebook the flight.
FreddieFlew with IcelandairORD-KEFMay 2024
If you’re in business class board first to avoid queuing
UzomaFlew with American AirlinesORD-DCAJan 2024
ORD and DCA are nice airports with plenty of space. ORD is always busy so allow ample time to drive there, drop your bag, and go through security if you don't have TSA pre check.
RogerFlew with ANAORD-HNDFeb 2024
The extra leg room and been able to recline better is worth the extra money. I bidding on the premium and offered the least they would accept and got it.
AaronFlew with American AirlinesORD-LHRDec 2023
Find a flight where you are allowed to choose your seats before the day of boarding for anything international.
RyanFlew with EVA AirORD-TPEJan 2024
Bring things to make the seats more comfortable
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesORD-YOWJan 2024
I always expect issues with United but there doesn't seem to be another airline to use. Advice: Give yourself and extra day to get anywhere - don't be in a hurry to get home either.

FAQs for booking flights out of Chicago

  • Does Midway International Airport have an on-site hotel?

    While Midway International Airport does not have an on-site hotel, there are several hotels are nearby. For example, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago Midway Airport is less than 5 minutes from the airport and has a free shuttle, while the Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Midway Airport is a 3-minute drive from the airport.

  • What lounges are available in Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    There are a few different lounges to choose from at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, including the American Airlines Admirals Club, which is in Concourses G, H, K, and L. There is also the United Club in Concourses B and C, as well as the Delta Sky Club in Terminal 2.

  • What options are there for traveling from the city center to Midway International Airport?

    If you choose to drive from Downtown Chicago to Midway International Airport, the trip will typically take you around 15 to 20 minutes in total. You can also opt to use public transportation instead, such as the Orange subway line, which will typically take you between 30 and 35 minutes. A one-way ticket will cost you approximately $2.50.

  • Does Chicago O’Hare International Airport offer any facilities for those traveling with pets?

    If you are flying out of Chicago O’Hare International Airport with a pet, keep in mind that there are several indoor and outdoor pet relief areas available. These are equipped with sitting areas, trash cans, and free plastic bags.

  • What are the names of Chicago’s airports?

    All flights from Chicago depart from one of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, Chicago Midway Airport or Chicago Greater Rockford Airport. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport’s airport code is ORD. It can also be referred to as Chicago O'Hare, O'Hare Intl. Chicago Midway Airport’s airport code is MDW. It can also be referred to as Chicago Midway, Chicago Midway Intl, Midway, Midway Intl. Chicago Greater Rockford Airport’s airport code is RFD. It can also be referred to as Chicago Rockford Intl, Greater Rockford.

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

    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.

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

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

    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 your destination 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?

    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 from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Chicago to the following destinations at these prices or less: Miami $137 one-way - $112 round-trip
  • There are two primary airports in Chicago, Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Midway International Airport (MDW). While Chicago O’Hare International Airport can be found just under 15 miles north of the city center, Midway International Airport is approximately 8 miles south of Downtown Chicago.
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport is a major hub for airlines such as American Airlines and United Airlines, so it’s not uncommon for these companies to operate flights departing from this airport. Likewise, Midway International Airport is a hub for Southwest Airlines, so you’ll see that this airline commonly services trips from here.
  • If you have extra time before your flight boards at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, you can fit in a workout at the Hilton Athletic Club. Located in Terminal 2, it is equipped with facilities such as a steam room, sauna, and lap pool. There is also a yoga room in Terminal 3 open to all passengers for free.
  • Midway International Airport offers a few different services for those flying with children, such as a baby care room in Concourse C designed to give parents a private area to nurse their little ones. There is also a designated security lane for families.
  • If you feel like treating yourself before a long day of traveling, head to one of the Terminal Getaway Spa locations in Terminals 3 and 5 of Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Here, you can receive a variety of massages, manicures, pedicures, and facials.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Worldwide

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Worldwide? 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.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4243 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
Airline reviews

AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

2.0 MediocreMike, Aug 2025AUS - BWI
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AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Southwest like most American domestic airlines, is a mediocre airline. But it is among the cheapest. Oh well.

My flight was delayed 50 minutes and we were rushed to board to then sit for 15 minutes until the pilot arrived. Unacceptable since we could have waited to board. Also the delayed flight was updated AFTER we boarded to more than the 10 minutes as originally stated.

Other than a bit of a delay, everything was good. Again, the boarding process and picking seats is the only thing I don't enjoy.

If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

Better and more food and drinks. Put msnbc and free speech tv on the news channel selection list.

southwest just starting charging for luggage. hadnt realized it until it was too late. now out $70 when i couldve bought a carry on if i wouldve known. free bags was one of the only reasons i chose southwest over another airline (the other being no assigned seats, which is apparently also being changed). stupid business decision. wont be flying southwest anymore.

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

We had a layover from YVR to Denver. We bought 4 bottles of Absolut Vodka at the YVR Duty Free for $116.20, after going through security and American Customs Pre Clearance at YVR, Vancouver. When we landed in Denver, United put us behind the American Customs as well as TSA again for some reason. We were forced to go through American Customs and TSA again. TSA confiscated our rightfully owned Duty Free Absolut Vodka bottles. Because United incorrectly forced our flight behind American border and TSA again, we missed the connecting flight. After United put us on a later flight, we eventually arrived in Chicago very late, with hardly any sleep. I am looking for compensation from United for our incorrectly confiscated Absolut Vodka bottles worth $116.20, as well as compensation for incorrectly putting us behind American Customs and TSA again, causing us to miss our connecting flight, making us arrive extremely late in Chicago.

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.

Evidently, my seat had the only broken TV. I couldn’t plug it in, get it to come on, or watch anything, and of course, no one could fix it while we were on the plane. The service was good and the boarding was quick

The boarding of took of late.The presentation of the food was horrable as was the tast of the food was cold and tastless.

Delay and keep changing gates. I have to run around from B to C then to E.

I was charged for my daughters bag when I am supposed to receive two free checked bags with my United Explorer card.

The schedule to Moline changed 5 times. The gate changed 6 times. That is a pathetic way to run an airline. No wonder that no one in our company flies on United Express to or from Moline. Changes happen most of the time. I learned my lesson on this trip…never again!

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

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.

This particular flight wasn't very full at the back, so there were three seats available for spreading out and getting relatively comfortable

Most of the delay was due to weather which is not what was at issue here. One delay was due to a missing flashlight and in the end the flashlight was actually found on the plane. The entertainment system is very limited. Live TV options offer only a few channels that are not very appealing. Boarding and deplaning are always difficult. It just takes too much time to get on and off the plane. On the plus side, I missed my connecting flight, but was easily able to book a later flight from the app while enroute.

The flight was delayed twice with minimal explanation. The terminal and airplane were filthy. The food voucher didn’t even cover a tiny pizza from a kiosk in the terminal. All in all, a pretty miserable experience for a flight to attend a funeral

I will use spirit more New clean aircraft Excellent crew ! Quick boarding process !

Everyone was kind for the most part. I did travel with children and paid for seats and even then it was not as suitable. I tried calling their customer service prior to check in and I was told they couldn't help me because I didn't purchase my tickets with them.

Flight was late, after my first leg was cancelled altogether causing me to spend $$$ with another carrier. Seating is ridiculously tight, I can't recommend spirit if I cant depend on them to get me there and back on time.

Wow truly top notch airline Efficient nice snacks courteous staff Fast boarding !

The staff was very very rude in Las Vegas when boarding the flight. When presenting the boarding ticket. Las Vegas flight, it was hot and stuffy, it smelled really bad.

Dear All, I have harassment and accident with the flight attendant . This is my phone to talk 8168073567, please, leave phone message . Regards Emily,

The incoming plane ✈️ was delayed 5 hours en route to Raleigh. My flight was delayed for 5 hours 😢. Finally boarded and then de boarded due to an AC problem. A very tough and long night.

Flight was on time but the amount of noise from several children and the kicking of my seat the entire flight was overwhelming.

I liked the check in procedure. The luggage charges and overweight cost can be better.

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

sluggish boarding and arrival procedures, fake nice flight attendants, and lots of delays.

Disaster. They lied every step of the way. We ended up being delayed due to crew and then allegedly abandoned the flight because of a curfew at LGA. No rebooking to LGA at any reasonable time. No hotel. No meal vouchers. Had to sleep in the airport and fly to Newark instead. Will never fly Frontier again.

What I expected, nickeled and dined and a frontier flight attendant loudly complained about her job and lack of communication as she headed to the gate on her cell phone. Not professional.

As every law enforcement agency I could imagine surrounded the plane and we didn’t disembark for 2 hours and then had to stick around for another hour to go get our personal belongings after leaving them behind and being bused away from the plane, it was scary and inconvenient. We were given no information as to why this was happening. Lack of communication with passengers was disappointing.

After boarding and un-boarding twice over 6+hours, the flight was canceled.

Severe turbulence. Captain never came on to reassure passengers after things settled down.

My first flight was delayed 5 hours. The 2nd flight was canceled til the next day and the never even tried to compensate for it. Worse I was delayed again on the flight the rebooked me on.

Boarding in Orlando was not good. Giant mob at the gate, should have been lines.

The worst. They don’t follow procedure for boarding per group. Flight got delayed for no understandably reasons, they changed our destination from PR to Miami, left us inside a plane for more than 8 hours, then cancelled flight in Miami leaving us stranded. Poorly managed re-accommodation for a new flight and overnight stay so I have to spend in a new ticket and my own hotel room to been able to get to my office next day. Lost 2 days of work and as a doctor, patients loosing their appointments. to other flights and besides

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