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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $337-$558
American Airlines
Wed 10/10Wed 10/17
MFE - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $255-$367
American Airlines
Sun 12/2
MFE - ORD • 1 stop
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 • 19% average savings
MFE - MDW
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December
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $466 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (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

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 11:00 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
8:14 am - 3:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$311American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
5:20 pm - 12:23 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 03m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:11 pm - 9:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 47m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$311United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 3:17 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 57m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:04 am - 6:23 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 19m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$321Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 4:41 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 21m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 6:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
11h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$321Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 22m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 5:36 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
4:19 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:31 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 11:15 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:31 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 1:01 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
7h 41m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
1:02 pm - 12:01 amMDW  Chicago Midway-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
10h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$336Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 12:23 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 59m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 9:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$371United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 10:16 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 56m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 9:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$401United 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 from McAllen to Chicago with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Chicago start at $311. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $337 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311 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 $420 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?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Chicago, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Chicago?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Chicago at $330 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 67% 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

$156
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the McAllen to Chicago route. 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.

  • 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 McAllen to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to Chicago takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $311 to $1,953. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 $184, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 44m, compared with 5h 57m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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 McAllen to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Chicago range from $337 to $558, with an average of $420 over the past 12 months. Anything below $337 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $368 - about $185 less than Friday (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 $330 round-trip in that month - typically $223 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

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