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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $313-$467
United Airlines
Sun 11/11Wed 11/14
ITH - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$274
Typical prices: $208-$329
Delta
Sun 10/14
ITH - ORD • 1 stop
When to travel
February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $365 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 4h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ithaca to Chicago (ITH-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ithaca to Chicago

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 9:45 amITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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1:30 pm - 7:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 32m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$319United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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1:03 pm - 5:20 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 17m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:10 am - 12:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$339Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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5:45 am - 3:00 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:10 am - 12:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$344Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:59 pm - 11:32 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 33m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:06 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
4h 38m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$349United Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:45 am - 12:25 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 40m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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6:10 am - 12:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$354Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:45 am - 4:37 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 52m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:10 am - 12:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$359Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:45 am - 2:29 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:19 am - 11:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
10h 44m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County New York John F Kennedy Intl
$364Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:45 am - 4:15 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-MDW Chicago Midway
11h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:49 pm - 11:03 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
9h 14m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
$364Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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1:00 pm - 8:30 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:00 am - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
5h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$374Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3
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5:45 am - 4:37 pmITH  Ithaca Tompkins County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 52m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:51 pm - 11:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ITH Ithaca Tompkins County
8h 43m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York John F Kennedy Intl
$379Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Ithaca to Chicago flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ithaca to Chicago start at $319. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $313 to $467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Ithaca to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Ithaca to Chicago routes. They average around $338 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ithaca to Chicago, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 147% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Ithaca to Chicago flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$274
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 147% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
Flight from Ithaca to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Ithaca to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ithaca 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 Ithaca to Chicago flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Ithaca to Chicago usually depart from Ithaca Tompkins County (ITH) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Ithaca to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 45% 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 Ithaca to Chicago?

    On the Ithaca to Chicago route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 63%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $313 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $836: a $523 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 Ithaca to Chicago?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Ithaca to Chicago. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 47m and 5h 49m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ithaca 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 Ithaca 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 $319 to $2,416. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Ithaca to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $304, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 5h 49m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • What is the time difference between Ithaca and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour behind Ithaca (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Ithaca to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ithaca to Chicago range from $313 to $467, with an average of $338 over the past 12 months. Anything below $313 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Ithaca 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 $313 - about $523 less than Monday (63% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ithaca to Chicago trip for February. Fares historically average $269 round-trip in that month - typically $567 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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