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Cheapest round-trip
$210
Typical prices: $277-$432
Frontier
Thu 9/13Thu 9/20
FAR - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $276-$429
United Airlines
Wed 11/21Fri 11/23
FAR - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 2h 10m
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Cheapest • 3% average savings
Most popular
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 20% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $208 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fargo to Chicago (FAR-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fargo to Chicago

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20
Frontier Logo
7:48 pm - 11:21 amFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 6:53 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
12h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$210Frontier
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 10
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2:33 pm - 1:36 pmFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:30 am - 6:53 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
12h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
$245Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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2:29 pm - 10:01 amFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:06 am - 1:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
26h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Frontier
Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 5
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 7:11 amFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 11mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:05 pm - 12:11 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
2h 06mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
12:41 pm - 2:45 pmFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 04mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:38 pm - 5:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
2h 12mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 7:54 amFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 09mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 6:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
2h 19mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19
United Airlines Logo
5:54 am - 8:00 amFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 06mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:55 pm - 10:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
2h 15mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 8:24 pmFAR  Fargo Hector Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 09mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 11:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FAR Fargo Hector Field
2h 14mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
1:15 pm - 5:59 pmFAR  Fargo Hector Field-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 44m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 6:16 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-FAR Fargo Hector Field
4h 16m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$299Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
5:00 am - 8:50 amFAR  Fargo Hector Field-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:22 am - 4:37 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-FAR Fargo Hector Field
6h 15m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$299Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fargo to Chicago flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Fargo to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Fargo to Chicago start at $210. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $277 to $432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $210 on Frontier.

What is the cheapest Fargo to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Fargo to Chicago routes. They average around $329 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fargo to Chicago, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fargo to Chicago?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Fargo to Chicago at $272 round-trip.
  • March ($447) and July ($372) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Fargo to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Fargo to Chicago are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Fargo to Chicago

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

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.

Key details for Fargo to Chicago flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$100
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Fargo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Fargo to Chicago

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Your Fargo to Chicago flight questions, answered

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

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

    Among airlines operating Fargo to Chicago 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.

  • What airlines are available from Fargo to Chicago?

    2 airlines operate flights between Fargo and Chicago. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:
    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

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

    Flights from Fargo to Chicago usually depart from Fargo Hector Field (FAR) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

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

    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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Fargo to Chicago.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $208 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $339 for nonstop.

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

    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 Fargo to Chicago pass through?

    Connecting flights from Fargo to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 86% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Fargo to Chicago route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 29%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $319 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $447: a $128 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Fargo to Chicago spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Fargo to Chicago flights, with 58% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 28%, afternoon flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Fargo to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Fargo to Chicago takes 2h 10m, covering 571 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:21 pm and lands at 8:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 10m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 28% above the route average of $339. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    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 Fargo to Chicago 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 $210 to $1,899. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Fargo to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 9h 31m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30:

    · Alamo
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · Budget
    · Avis
    · National

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

    Round-trip flights from Fargo to Chicago range from $277 to $432, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $277 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking Fargo to Chicago 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $319 - about $128 less than Monday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fargo to Chicago trip for January. Fares historically average $272 round-trip in that month - typically $175 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $208 round-trip on this route - about $132 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 Chicago Midway Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    - Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Fargo to Chicago?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Fargo Hector Field Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Fargo Hector Field to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Fargo Hector Field

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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