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Cheapest round-trip
$196
Typical prices: $170-$307
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DFW - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$196
Typical prices: $166-$313
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DFW - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to O'Hare Intl (DFW-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dallas to O'Hare Intl 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 Dallas to O'Hare Intl

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11
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1:25 pm - 4:08 pm
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ORD
2h 43mnonstop
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6:19 am - 4:07 pm
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DFW
9h 48m
1 stop
$196Frontier
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
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9:50 pm - 12:24 am
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ORD
2h 34mnonstop
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1:52 pm - 4:38 pm
ORD
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DFW
2h 46mnonstop
$197Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 15
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1:17 pm - 4:00 pm
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ORD
2h 43mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 10:31 pm
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DFW
8h 41m
1 stop
$198Frontier
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
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5:31 pm - 8:15 pm
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ORD
2h 44mnonstop
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9:20 am - 12:12 pm
ORD
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DFW
2h 52mnonstop
$199Frontier
Tue, Jul 21 - Thu, Aug 6
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5:31 pm - 8:15 pm
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ORD
2h 44mnonstop
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9:34 pm - 12:17 am
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DFW
2h 43mnonstop
$200Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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9:50 pm - 12:24 am
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ORD
2h 34mnonstop
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6:05 am - 8:44 am
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DFW
2h 39mnonstop
$201Frontier
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
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5:31 pm - 8:15 pm
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ORD
2h 44mnonstop
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9:20 am - 12:12 pm
ORD
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2h 52mnonstop
$202Frontier
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
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1:17 pm - 4:00 pm
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2h 43mnonstop
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9:10 pm - 11:53 pm
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2h 43mnonstop
$203Frontier
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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5:13 pm - 7:55 pm
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2h 42mnonstop
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6:05 am - 8:44 am
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2h 39mnonstop
$204Frontier
Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
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5:48 am - 1:36 pm
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7h 48m
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9:20 am - 12:12 pm
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2h 52mnonstop
$205Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dallas to O'Hare Intl flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Dallas, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is November, where tickets cost $204 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $374 and $305 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$98
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 45% increase in price.
Flight from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Dallas to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Dallas to O'Hare Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

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DeepaFlew with American AirlinesApr 2026
The TSA precheck feature is useful, and the security checkpoint to gate walk is around 20 mins, not too bad.
RickyFlew with Spirit AirlinesMar 2024
Uber pickup is in terminal 2 doors 2D/2E not available in terminal 1

FAQs for booking Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • Where are the children's play areas located at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)?

    Children can play at the McDonald's Play Area in Terminal D, which is close to Gate D8 if you are traveling with young ones. Children can play with foam sculptures in this area while their parents sit nearby and charge their gadgets.

  • Are there nursing rooms in DFW Airport?

    Mothers at DFW Airport can access the nursing rooms, where they can comfortably and privately nurse and change their babies. They are located airside at Gates A18, B40, C13/14, D36, E14, and E26. Mothers are given 30 minutes of free access to Minute Suites, which are private suites with sound-masking equipment and a daybed sofa.

  • Where can I rent a car at Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    Chicago O’Hare International Airport is served by several rental car companies including Alamo, Avis, Budget, ACD, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Fox, National, Payless, SIXT, Routes, and Thrifty. Each company provides a complimentary shuttle service that runs around the clock and picks up clients at marked locations outside of the lower level baggage claim.

  • Where can I have a meal at O’Hare Airport (ORD)?

    Food concessions run on a variety of schedules. The dining option in Terminal 2 is Dunkin’ located airside near Gate F9. In Terminal 3, Dunkin’ is located airside near Gate H5 and McDonald’s airside on Concourse H near Gate H5. Vending machines are located throughout and are always accessible.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $98 for a one-way ticket and $196 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Dallas and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Dallas airport is called Dallas/Fort Worth and the only airport in Chicago O'Hare Airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, British Airways, Iberia, and Finnair offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Dallas and Chicago O'Hare Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Dallas to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dallas to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $274 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $230 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Dallas 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 Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Dallas with another airline. Booking your flights between Dallas and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Airport from Dallas 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $162 or less one-way and $295 or less round-trip.
  • Volunteers who can assist you with general destination and airport questions, as well as issues like lost things, transportation needs, and money wiring, are available at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). They are close to Gate E14 in Terminal E, close to the baggage claim area.
  • At Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, pet rest spaces can be found after security, next to Gates A29, D18, and E31. In the vicinity of the terminal's short-term parking, on the opposite side of Gates A8, B49, D17, and E38, there are outdoor pet relieving spots. You can leave your pet for some pampering in the pet grooming section near the airport's north entrance while you explore the facility.
  • You can visit the multifaith chapel at O'Hare International Airport if you're looking for a peaceful setting for prayer. There are prayer mats, holy texts, ritual ablution (wudu) facilities, and rosaries that can be used. These areas are located on the mezzanine level, T2 landside, close to the USO Lounge, and above the Delta ticket counters.
  • After landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), you can freshen up in the showers in the Hilton Health Club, the American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal 3, Concourse H, or the United Polaris Lounge in Terminal 1, Concourse C.
  • You can unwind after your flight in the yoga studio at Chicago O'Hare International Airport located airside on the mezzanine level of Terminal 3 close to the Urban Garden. A wall-mounted TV in the space features yoga poses you can imitate. There isn't a changing area, however you can change clothes in a nearby restroom on the mezzanine.

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
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Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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