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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $264-$498
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Sat 9/5Fri 9/11
MEM - MDW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$74
Typical prices: $158-$284
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Thu 9/10
MEM - ORD • 1 stop
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Cheapest • Avg $208 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Chicago (MEM-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Memphis to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Chicago

Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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5:10 am - 6:45 amMEM  Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 35mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 10:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis
1h 45mnonstop
$157Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 11
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5:15 am - 6:50 amMEM  Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 35mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 10:30 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis
1h 45mnonstop
$157Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 11
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6:45 am - 9:00 amMEM  Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 15mnonstop
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9:15 pm - 11:07 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis
1h 52mnonstop
$157American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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6:32 am - 8:45 amMEM  Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 13mnonstop
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3:59 pm - 5:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis
1h 57mnonstop
$157American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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9:47 am - 11:59 amMEM  Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 12mnonstop
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3:46 pm - 5:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis
1h 56mnonstop
$157United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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5:10 am - 6:45 amMEM  Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 35mnonstop
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5:55 am - 9:00 amMDW  Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis
3h 05m1 stop Nashville Intl
$167Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8
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2:37 pm - 4:46 pmMEM  Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 09mnonstop
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9:29 pm - 11:27 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis
1h 58mnonstop
$176United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9
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9:47 am - 11:59 amMEM  Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 12mnonstop
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8:47 am - 11:03 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis
2h 16mnonstop
$176United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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11:45 am - 3:44 pmMEM  Memphis-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:35 am - 3:44 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MEM Memphis
4h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$177Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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6:30 am - 1:50 pmMEM  Memphis-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 20m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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1:55 pm - 6:49 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEM Memphis
4h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$177Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Memphis to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Memphis to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Memphis to Chicago departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Memphis usually cost between $270 and $371 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157 on United Airlines (Sep 5-Sep 11).

What is the cheapest Memphis to Chicago flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Memphis to Chicago costs $184 on the route between Memphis (MEM) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 12% cheaper than other Memphis-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Memphis (MEM) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Memphis to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Memphis to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Memphis to Chicago. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Memphis to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Memphis to Chicago is October, where tickets cost $280 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $391 and $360 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Memphis to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $364, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Memphis to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Memphis to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Memphis to Chicago, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 33% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Memphis to Chicago

 
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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$74
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
Flight from Memphis to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Memphis to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Memphis to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Memphis to Chicago

  • Are there onsite hotels at ORD airport?

    Yes. ORD airport hosts The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel, located a walk away from terminals 1, 2, and 3. The hotel has a health club where you can access bathroom services. Services and facilities available in the hotel are a sports bar, fitness center, restaurant, family rooms and a club.

  • Are there places to eat or buy a drink at MDW airport?

    Yes. MDW airport hosts several restaurants, Cafés and Bars where you can sit and eat or grab a drink. In the Midway Triangle, you will find Ben and Jerry's, Hudson Euro Café and Lalo’s Mexican Restaurant. There is also Dot-com Café in Concourse A and Miller’s Pub in Concourse B.

  • Are there disabled services at MEM airport?

    Yes. The MEM airport offers various disabled facilities and services. Aira fuses mobile, wearable technologies and distributed network of trained human assistants available at the airport to support blind travelers or those with low vision. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms and unisex restrooms are also available.

  • Which lounges are available at MEM airport?

    MEM airport hosts two significant lounges, including the Military Lounge is exclusive and free to the U.S. military active member, veterans and their families. It is located in Terminal A next to gates 27. Other passengers can access Delta Sky Club, open from 5 am to 7 pm from Sunday to Friday. It is found between Concourses B and C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Memphis to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Memphis to Chicago was $74 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Memphis and Chicago?

    A passport is not required to fly from Memphis to Chicago.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Memphis to Chicago?

    When flying out of Memphis you will be using Memphis. You will be landing at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Memphis to Chicago?

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Memphis to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Memphis to Chicago?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Memphis to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Memphis to Chicago?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Memphis and Chicago, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Memphis to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Memphis to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Memphis to Chicago, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Memphis to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $328 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $338 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Memphis to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Memphis to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Memphis to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Memphis is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Memphis to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Memphis with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Memphis to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Memphis up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Memphis to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $213 or less one-way and $402 or less round-trip.
  • Memphis International Airport (MEM) provides family-friendly facilities to its travelers. The airport has mother’s nursing rooms located between gate 4 and gate 6 and gate 13 and gate 15. There are also family restrooms near the checkpoint. In Terminal C Gate C8 and Terminal A Gate 27, you will find baby care rooms with diaper changing tables, sinks, comfortable seating and power outlets.
  • MEM airport has parking facilities offering various convenient parking services to travelers flying from the airport. Economy parking spaces on level 7 of the Ground Transportation Center have electric vehicle charging stations and accessible parking spaces. There are also long and short-term parking spaces at the airport’s Ground Transportation Center.
  • Two major airports serve Chicago. Midway Airport (MDW) hosts business and conference facilities offering convenient business services to its corporate travelers. There is Wi-Fi access throughout the airport’s terminals. The airport also has laptop terminals with seated workstations accessible for business travelers. These workstations feature lap tables and AC outlets to charge cellphones and laptops.
  • MDW airport offers efficient ground transportation facilities to its landing travelers to their desired destinations. Multiple long-distance coaches operate from the airport to other states including Wisconsin and Iowa. You can opt for taxis found on the lower level of the terminal building from the Chicago city center. The Chicago Transit Authority also runs from MDW airport to the city center.
  • The other airport in Chicago is the O’Hare International Airport (ORD), which has financial facilities providing financial services to its travelers. There are currency exchange centers in Terminals 1, 2, 3 and 5. Suppose you need to withdraw some cash before leaving the airport and pass by any of the ATMs located in all the terminals and inside and outside the secure area.

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Memphis to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Memphis

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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