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Cheapest round-trip
$268
Typical prices: $268-$404
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/6Sun 12/9
XNA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$276
Typical prices: $269-$404
American Airlines
Tue 2/13Thu 2/15
XNA - ORD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 02m
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Cheapest • 2% average savings
Most popular
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 12% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fayetteville to Chicago (XNA-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fayetteville to Chicago

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:06 pm - 1:59 pmXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:00 am - 6:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
32h 16m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Fort Lauderdale
$268Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 15
American Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 9:35 amXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 03mnonstop
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2:39 pm - 4:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
2h 06mnonstop
$276American Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 15
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8:03 am - 4:00 pmXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:14 pm - 9:19 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
2h 05mnonstop
$286American Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:06 pm - 1:59 pmXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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4:00 pm - 6:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
26h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Fort Lauderdale
$289Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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8:00 pm - 12:26 amXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:45 am - 7:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
11h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$290Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 4:00 pmXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 00mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
11:40 am - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
2h 00mnonstop
$314American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Sun, Jan 3
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 9:42 amXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 12mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
2h 14mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Sun, Jan 3
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7:30 am - 9:42 amXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 12mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
2h 14mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Jan 6
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 10:54 pmXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:09 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Jan 6
Delta Logo
12:12 pm - 4:50 pmXNA  Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 38m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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9:38 am - 4:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-XNA Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas
6h 52m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fayetteville to Chicago flights

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What is the cheapest Fayetteville to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Fayetteville to Chicago routes. They average around $316 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fayetteville to Chicago. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Fayetteville to Chicago?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Fayetteville to Chicago at $284 round-trip.
•September ($379) and July ($346) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Fayetteville to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Fayetteville to Chicago are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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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 Fayetteville to Chicago flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$124
Beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Fayetteville to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Fayetteville to Chicago

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Your Fayetteville to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:02 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:46 pm and lands at 9:48 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 02m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Fayetteville to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fayetteville to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Fayetteville to Chicago takes 2h 02m, covering 526 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fayetteville 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Fayetteville to Chicago range from $268 to $404, with an average of $322 over the past 12 months. Anything below $268 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the $322 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $252 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $323 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Fayetteville 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.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Fayetteville to Chicago flights, with 56% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 22%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Fayetteville 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 $268 to $1,315. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Fayetteville to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $194, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $64:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $84:

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

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

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

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

    Flights from Fayetteville to Chicago usually depart from Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas (XNA) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Fayetteville to Chicago pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Fayetteville to Chicago. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $305 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $410, a difference of $105.

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

  • What airlines fly from Fayetteville to Chicago?

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

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 4h 57m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 23m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

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

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

    Among airlines operating Fayetteville 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.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Fayetteville 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Fayetteville to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $305, about $105 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fayetteville to Chicago trip for January. Fares historically average $284 round-trip in that month - typically $95 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $252 round-trip on this route - about $71 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
    • Skylark Motel Chicago Midway Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Fayetteville to Chicago?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas 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 Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

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

Aer Lingus,American Airlines,United Airlines

Aer Lingus,American Airlines, +1 more

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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