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Cheapest round-trip
$368
Typical prices: $388-$586
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/13Sun 12/16
FCA - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$379
Typical prices: $389-$605
United Airlines
Tue 1/23Thu 1/25
FCA - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 42m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $419 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kalispell to Chicago (FCA-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kalispell to Chicago

Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:18 am - 5:01 amFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:00 am - 9:52 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
24h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$368Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 15
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10:18 am - 5:01 amFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:00 am - 9:52 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
48h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$368Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 25
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12:46 pm - 5:29 pmFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 43mnonstop
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8:42 am - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
4h 23mnonstop
$379United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:18 am - 5:01 amFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:21 am - 9:52 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
28h 31m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$379Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 25
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9:35 am - 6:50 pmFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:42 am - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
4h 23mnonstop
$389United Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Sat, Jan 2
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5:10 am - 12:59 pmFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 49m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:33 pm - 8:19 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
8h 46m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$399Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:35 pm - 5:37 amFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 12:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
7h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Nov 27
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7:55 pm - 5:56 amFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 12:27 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
7h 27m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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1:54 pm - 11:59 pmFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 12:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
7h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:00 am - 4:31 pmFCA  Kalispell Glacier Park-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:00 am - 12:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-FCA Kalispell Glacier Park
7h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kalispell to Chicago flights

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What is the cheapest Kalispell to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Kalispell to Chicago routes. They average around $433 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kalispell to Chicago. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 63% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Kalispell to Chicago at $378 round-trip.
•February ($743) and July ($638) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Kalispell to Chicago

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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.

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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.

Key details for Kalispell to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$140
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kalispell to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Kalispell to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kalispell 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 Kalispell 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 Kalispell to Chicago?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:46 pm and lands at 4:28 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:58 pm and lands at 5:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 42m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kalispell to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Kalispell to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Kalispell to Chicago takes 3h 42m, covering 1,364 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Kalispell to Chicago range from $388 to $586, with an average of $433 over the past 12 months. Anything below $388 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $419 round-trip via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared to $452 for nonstop.

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

  • Have flight prices from Kalispell 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 $368 to $2,479. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Kalispell to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 33% 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 Kalispell to Chicago?

    Flights from Kalispell to Chicago usually depart from Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA) 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 Kalispell to Chicago pass through?

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Kalispell to Chicago. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $390 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $709, a difference of $319.

    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 Kalispell to Chicago?

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

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 54m, compared with 6h 11m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 43m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Kalispell and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Kalispell (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 Kalispell to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Kalispell to Chicago flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: 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 Kalispell 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 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 Kalispell 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 $390, about $319 less than Sunday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kalispell to Chicago trip for November. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $365 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $419 round-trip on this route - about $34 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 Kalispell to Chicago?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kalispell Glacier Park Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Kalispell Glacier Park to Chicago

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Chicago to Kalispell Glacier Park

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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