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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $356-$528
United Airlines
Wed 12/19Mon 12/24
MTJ - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $246-$436
American Airlines
Tue 2/27
MTJ - ORD • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 11m
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Cheapest • 1% average savings
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $368 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Montrose to Chicago (MTJ-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Montrose to Chicago

Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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12:45 pm - 4:51 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 06mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 8:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
7h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
$379United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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12:45 pm - 4:51 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 06mnonstop
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9:10 am - 12:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
3h 54mnonstop
$388United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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5:10 pm - 10:25 pmMTJ  Montrose County-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:35 am - 4:35 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MTJ Montrose County
6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$389Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:05 am - 1:15 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:40 am - 12:28 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
4h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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3:39 pm - 9:30 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:45 am - 2:37 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
6h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:30 pm - 7:28 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:20 pm - 8:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
5h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:05 am - 1:28 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:20 pm - 8:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
5h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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1:40 pm - 7:13 pmMTJ  Montrose County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 33m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:51 pm - 8:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MTJ Montrose County
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$389United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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10:20 am - 8:40 pmMTJ  Montrose County-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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6:00 am - 9:40 amMDW  Chicago Midway-MTJ Montrose County
4h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$394Southwest
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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10:20 am - 8:40 pmMTJ  Montrose County-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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10:05 am - 4:35 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MTJ Montrose County
7h 30m2 stops Tulsa Denver Intl
$399Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Montrose to Chicago 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 Montrose to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Montrose to Chicago typically range from $356 to $528. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Montrose to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Montrose to Chicago routes. They average around $436 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Montrose to Chicago?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Montrose to Chicago. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Montrose to Chicago?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Montrose to Chicago at $309 round-trip.
•November ($587) and December ($549) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Montrose to Chicago flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Montrose to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Montrose to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Montrose 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 Montrose to Chicago 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 Montrose to Chicago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Montrose to Chicago:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:29 pm and lands at 3:40 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:36 pm and lands at 3:47 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 11m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Montrose to Chicago.

  • How long is a flight from Montrose to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Montrose to Chicago takes 3h 11m, covering 1,091 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Montrose 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Montrose to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Montrose to Chicago range from $356 to $528, with an average of $435 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Montrose to Chicago?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $368 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $439 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Montrose to Chicago?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Montrose 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 $379 to $2,761. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Montrose to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Montrose to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $336, which is 15% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $63:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $86:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Montrose to Chicago?

    Flights from Montrose to Chicago usually depart from Montrose County (MTJ) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Montrose to Chicago pass through?

    Connecting flights from Montrose to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 94% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Montrose to Chicago. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $389 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $207.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Montrose to Chicago?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Montrose and Chicago.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Montrose to Chicago?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 27m, compared with 6h 45m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Montrose and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour ahead of Montrose (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?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Montrose to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Montrose to Chicago flights:

    • 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 Montrose to Chicago flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Montrose to Chicago 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $389, about $207 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Montrose to Chicago trip for March. Fares historically average $309 round-trip in that month - typically $278 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $368 round-trip on this route - about $70 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from Montrose to Chicago?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Montrose County Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Montrose County to Chicago

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

United Airlines

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Sunday

United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Montrose County

Monday

United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

United Airlines

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Sunday

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