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Cheapest round-trip
$351
Typical prices: $356-$556
United Airlines
Tue 4/17Tue 4/24
MFE - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$176
Typical prices: $257-$400
American Airlines
Sun 12/2
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 • 17% price drop
August
Most popular
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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-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from McAllen to Chicago

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 7:55 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 45m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 10:08 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 46m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$351United Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
5:39 am - 12:35 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:39 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
American Airlines Logo
6:23 pm - 11:20 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 8:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$354American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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
10:34 am - 5:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$355American Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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
5:30 am - 11:20 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$359United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 9:35 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 36m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Minneapolis St Paul
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6:49 am - 6:27 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
11h 38m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$361Delta
Wed, Mar 31 - Sat, Apr 3
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5:25 am - 4:37 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 12m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:10 am - 4:01 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 51m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$361Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 8:53 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 54m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:49 am - 3:33 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Austin Bergstrom
$365Delta
Mon, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 6
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 1:03 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 48m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 4:06 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$386United Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 4
United Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 12:44 amMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:36 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$402United 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 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 typically range from $356 to $556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $351, on United Airlines.

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

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 O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$176
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 71% 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $356 to $556, 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 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 $974. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $178, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • 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).

  • 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

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from McAllen to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. 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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

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 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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).

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