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Cheapest round-trip
$311
Typical prices: $337-$554
American Airlines
Wed 10/17Wed 10/24
MFE - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$156
Typical prices: $255-$367
American Airlines
Wed 10/10
MFE - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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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-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to Chicago

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:46 pm - 7:26 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$311American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
5:08 am - 11:02 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 5:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$312American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
5:08 am - 12:04 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 56m1 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
$312American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 11:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:14 pm - 9:46 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$312American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 11:54 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 55m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
6:49 am - 3:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$321Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
12:46 pm - 11:57 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 11m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:32 am - 11:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
13h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$321Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 12:59 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 39m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 6:23 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
12h 03m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Austin Bergstrom
$333Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 12:43 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 10:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$401United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sat, Nov 21
United Airlines Logo
7:30 pm - 12:45 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 15m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 9:58 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$415United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 12:43 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:23 pm - 10:03 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$421United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $311. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $337 to $554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $311 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 1,239 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $1,739. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $294, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $337 to $554, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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).

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