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Cheapest round-trip
$293
Typical prices: $337-$575
American Airlines
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
MSO - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $250-$359
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/21
MSO - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 41m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $349 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Missoula to O'Hare Intl (MSO-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Missoula to O'Hare Intl

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
1:47 pm - 6:22 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 1:17 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 12mnonstop
$293American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
1:47 pm - 6:22 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 1:17 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 12mnonstop
$293American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
1:47 pm - 6:22 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 35mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 1:17 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
4h 12mnonstop
$293American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:28 pm - 12:53 amMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 25m2 stops Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Denver Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 9:24 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
28h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$299Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:28 pm - 1:31 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
17h 03m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:21 am - 9:24 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
28h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$303Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 9:32 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 9:52 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
8h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$313United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 11:59 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 1:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
5h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$313United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 12:03 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 8:02 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
8h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$313Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
5:25 am - 12:03 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
7:18 pm - 12:37 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
6h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City
$313Delta
Sat, Jan 16 - Wed, Jan 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:22 pm - 11:59 pmMSO  Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:32 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field
8h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$313Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $337 to $575. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $293, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Missoula 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 Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 68% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $331 round-trip.
•November ($745) and July ($533) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 125% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Missoula to O'Hare Intl

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Missoula to O'Hare Intl

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Your Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:06 pm and lands at 4:47 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:48 pm and lands at 5:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 41m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 3h 41m, covering 1,328 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $337 to $575, with an average of $429 over the past 12 months. Anything below $337 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 46% above the $429 route average. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $349 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $420 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Missoula 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 $293 to $1,913. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $432, which is 45% above 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 averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field (MSO) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    One-stop flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $359 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $724, a difference of $365.

    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 airlines fly from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Missoula and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 6h 10m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 36m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Missoula and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Missoula (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Missoula 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $359, about $365 less than Sunday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for May. Fares historically average $331 round-trip in that month - typically $414 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $349 round-trip on this route - about $72 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Missoula to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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