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Cheapest round-trip
$310
Typical prices: $393-$569
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Thu 12/13Sun 1/7
IDA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$188
Typical prices: $270-$368
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/6
IDA - ORD • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Idaho Falls and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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IDA - ORD
Cheapest • 29% average savings
IDA - MDW
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February
Cheapest • 35% price drop
August
Most popular
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Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $473 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 5h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Idaho Falls to Chicago (IDA-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Idaho Falls to Chicago

Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Jan 7
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12:08 pm - 10:32 amIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 24m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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6:10 am - 6:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
37h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$310Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Jan 7
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7:58 pm - 5:01 amIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:10 am - 6:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
37h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$325Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 7
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11:05 am - 12:19 amIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 14m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
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6:10 am - 6:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
37h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$343Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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4:10 pm - 11:59 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:55 am - 3:29 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
5h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$361United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:35 am - 12:03 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 28m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:00 pm - 10:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
7h 42m1 stop Salt Lake City
$361Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:35 am - 12:03 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 28m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:00 pm - 10:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
7h 42m1 stop Salt Lake City
$361Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:35 am - 4:43 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 08m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
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4:00 pm - 10:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
7h 42m1 stop Salt Lake City
$366Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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4:10 pm - 11:59 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 1:37 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
7h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$391United Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 28
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1:42 pm - 10:31 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:12 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
8h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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1:41 pm - 11:59 pmIDA  Idaho Falls Fanning Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 1:11 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-IDA Idaho Falls Fanning Field
9h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Idaho Falls to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Idaho Falls to Chicago flight route?

Idaho Falls (IDA) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest Idaho Falls to Chicago route, averaging $459 round-trip. Other Idaho Falls to Chicago routes average $840, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Idaho Falls to Chicago. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Idaho Falls to Chicago?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Idaho Falls to Chicago at $299 round-trip.
•April ($616) and January ($570) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Idaho Falls to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$188
Beat the crowds with an average 54% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Idaho Falls to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Idaho Falls to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Idaho Falls to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls to Chicago?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 1:50 pm and lands at 5:24 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:50 pm and lands at 5:24 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 34m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Idaho Falls to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Idaho Falls to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Idaho Falls to Chicago takes 3h 34m, covering 1,241 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Idaho Falls to Chicago range from $393 to $569, with an average of $459 over the past 12 months. Anything below $393 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $465 round-trip and layover options via Denver Intl (DEN) at $473.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Idaho Falls 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 $310 to $1,517. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Idaho Falls to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $279, which is 15% 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 Idaho Falls to Chicago?

    Flights from Idaho Falls to Chicago usually depart from Idaho Falls Fanning Field (IDA) 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 Idaho Falls to Chicago pass through?

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Idaho Falls to Chicago. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $405 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $554, a difference of $149.

    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 Idaho Falls to Chicago?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Idaho Falls and Chicago.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 49m, compared with 6h 11m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 03m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Idaho Falls and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Idaho Falls (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Idaho Falls to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Idaho Falls to Chicago flights:

    • American 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 Idaho Falls to Chicago flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Idaho Falls 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $405, about $149 less than Saturday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Idaho Falls to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average $299 round-trip in that month - typically $317 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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

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