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Cheapest round-trip
$351
Typical prices: $356-$562
American Airlines
Sat 4/21Sat 4/28
MFE - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $257-$400
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/30
MFE - ORD • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MFE - ORD
Cheapest • 17% average savings
MFE - MDW
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December
Cheapest • 17% price drop
August
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $481 (round-trip)
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Shortest trip • 5h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from McAllen to Chicago (MFE-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to Chicago

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 12:20 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:59 pm - 12:17 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$351American Airlines
Wed, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 28
American Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 11:44 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:09 am - 2:51 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$351American Airlines
Tue, Apr 20 - Sat, Apr 24
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:07 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 7:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$351United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:39 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$351American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:39 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$352American Airlines
Tue, Apr 20 - Sat, Apr 24
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 4:25 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
11h 00m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:01 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 01m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$361Delta
Wed, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 28
Delta Logo
12:47 pm - 11:50 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 03m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
11:10 am - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 49m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$361Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 4:17 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 57m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
3:47 pm - 12:01 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 14m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Austin Bergstrom
$361Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:51 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 51m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
10:34 am - 4:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$384United Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:07 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 7:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$390United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to Chicago flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Chicago typically range from $356 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $351, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest McAllen to Chicago flight route?

McAllen (MFE) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) is the cheapest McAllen to Chicago route, averaging $434 round-trip. Other McAllen to Chicago routes average $618, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Chicago. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•December is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Chicago at $360 round-trip.
•October ($553) and July ($526) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for McAllen to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$164
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 70% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from McAllen to Chicago

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

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from McAllen to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to Chicago takes 00m, covering 1,240 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Chicago range from $356 to $562, with an average of $434 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from McAllen 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 $351 to $1,467. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from McAllen to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $194, which is 39% 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 McAllen to Chicago?

    Flights from McAllen to Chicago usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) 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 McAllen to Chicago pass through?

    Connecting flights from McAllen to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 29% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from McAllen to Chicago. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $553, a difference of $185.

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

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

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 46m, compared with 5h 56m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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.

Your guide to booking McAllen 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 Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $368, about $185 less than Friday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to Chicago trip for December. Fares historically average $360 round-trip in that month - typically $193 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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