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

• Earliest: departs at 12:08 am and lands at 3:51 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 3:42 am.

The flight takes about 3h 43m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Las Vegas to Chicago:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Las Vegas to Chicago takes 3h 43m, covering 1,523 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Las Vegas to Chicago range from $210 to $403, with an average of $305 over the past 12 months. Anything below $210 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $305 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $209 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $312 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $27–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Las Vegas to Chicago flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, night flights for 20%, and evening flights for 10%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Las Vegas to Chicago flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Las Vegas to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Las Vegas to Chicago usually depart from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

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

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 18% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Las Vegas to Chicago. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $271 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $395, a difference of $124.

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

5 airlines operate flights between Las Vegas and Chicago. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest
• Frontier
• Allegiant Air

Flying via Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 57m, compared with 5h 39m via Kansas City (MCI) and 6h 24m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Las Vegas (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Las Vegas to Chicago flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: 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.

Travelers flying from LAS to CHI can also visit nearby cities such as Wicker Park, Hermosa and Logan Square.

A taxi from the Strip to Harry Reid International Airport takes about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Public transportation options include bus line CX, which reaches Terminal 1 in about 36 minutes from Bonneville Transit Center and the Red Line, previously known as Route 109.

Rental car companies are located in the Multi-Modal Facility (MMF). A valid driver's license, a credit card and another form of identification may be required. Passengers traveling between the terminals and the MMF should take the Airport Transit System (ATS).

Yes, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) has private nursing suites for traveling mothers. A children's play area is also located in Terminal 1 near the D Gates.

Yes, passengers with reduced mobility should not encounter difficulties on flights from LAS to CHI. Most airlines at LAS and ORD offer wheelchair assistance and other services for travelers with limited mobility. At ORD, airlines can also provide wheelchair assistance after deplaning.

Yes, ORD has designated service-animal relief areas outside security in Terminals 1, 2 and 5 and inside security in Terminals 1, 3 and 5. Plastic bags are provided in these areas and the outdoor areas also have garbage cans.