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Cheapest round-trip
$262
Typical prices: $258-$461
Delta
Tue 10/13Sun 10/18
ONT - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$264
Southwest
Sat 9/12Tue 9/15
ONT - MDW • Non-stop
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Southwest free carry-on adds value, while checked bags now cost extra.
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Cheapest • Avg $261 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ontario to Chicago (ONT-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ontario 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 Ontario to Chicago

Tue, Oct 13 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:01 pm - 7:41 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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5:27 am - 11:06 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
7h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$262Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:00 am - 4:41 pmONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 41m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
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5:27 am - 11:06 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
7h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$262Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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11:55 pm - 5:45 amONT  Ontario-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 50mnonstop
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5:25 pm - 7:40 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-ONT Ontario
4h 15mnonstop
$264Southwest
Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 19
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7:13 pm - 6:56 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 43m1 stop San Francisco
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8:33 pm - 10:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
4h 26mnonstop
$265United Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 23
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7:00 am - 1:10 pmONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 10mnonstop
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5:55 am - 12:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
8h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$265United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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4:27 pm - 5:35 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:00 am - 4:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
11h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$265Frontier
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 18
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3:13 pm - 6:17 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
13h 04m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles
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8:55 pm - 9:09 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
14h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$265Frontier
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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8:54 pm - 5:42 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:00 am - 6:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
11h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$265Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:44 pm - 5:38 amONT  Ontario-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 54m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:00 am - 1:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ONT Ontario
8h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$265Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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11:55 pm - 5:40 amONT  Ontario-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 45mnonstop
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8:25 pm - 11:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-ONT Ontario
5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$266Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ontario to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ontario 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 Ontario 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 Ontario to Chicago departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Ontario usually cost between $298 and $447 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $262 on Delta (Oct 22-Oct 25).

What is the cheapest Ontario to Chicago flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Ontario to Chicago costs $297 on the route between Ontario (ONT) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 6% cheaper than other Ontario-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Ontario (ONT) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Chicago on a Saturday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Ontario, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ontario 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 Ontario to Chicago is January, where tickets cost $345 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $482 and $482 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Ontario 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 $401, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ontario 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 Ontario 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 Ontario to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Ontario to Chicago

 
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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$72
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Ontario to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Ontario to Chicago

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

  • Which is the best arrival airport if I want to visit the Museum of Science and Industry?

    ORD offers the best linkage to The Museum of Science and Industry, which lies approximately 24.2 miles away. Bus line 6 provides the most convenient connection to this attraction, covering the journey in about 1h 18min. For a quicker connection, take a taxi and get there in under 30min.

  • Is there a prayer room at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)?

    Religious souls landing at MDW from ONT and want to thank the Almighty for the safe trip will find a sacred suite where they can retreat quietly and respectfully. You can locate this sanctuary in Concourse C on the mezzanine level, and it’s open 24/7.

  • Are there car rentals from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to downtown Chicago?

    There’s a wide range of car rental services at ORD, ideal for anyone keen to explore Chicago in a car. Once you land at the airport, locate your car dealer’s desk in the arrival hall. A free shuttle will drop you at the pick-up point at Routes Car & Truck Rentals at 3901 Mannheim Rd, Schiller Park.

  • Does O'Hare International Airport run an art program?

    ORD boasts an extensive exhibition of unique pieces of art and crafts throughout its terminals. Consider killing time in concourses B and C and enjoy the various sculptures, murals, and paintings.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ontario to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ontario to Chicago was $72 for a one-way ticket and $262 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Ontario to Chicago. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    On your way to Chicago, you’ll fly out from Ontario. You’ll be landing in one of Chicago’s 2 airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ontario to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ontario to Chicago?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ontario to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $468 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 $428 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ontario 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 Ontario to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Ontario 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 Ontario 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 Ontario with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $218 or less one-way and $413 or less round-trip.
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is a hub of multiple licensed car and shuttle operators providing services to several destinations within and beyond this establishment. Many run counters at the passenger terminals, parking lots, and car rental centers. Still, most of the nearby airport hotels offer courtesy shuttles to and from the airport.
  • Those who intend to leave ONT for Chicago early in the morning will find it helpful if they spend a night in one of the hotels near Ontario International Airport (ONT). Usually, such properties offer complimentary cars to and from the departure terminal, thus enabling you to be there in time for your voyage. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ontario Airport guarantees that stay.
  • If you’re departing from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Chicago, remember that the establishment has three terminals. If you're using United Airlines, you’ll leave via Terminal 2, while Terminal 4 serves Southwest Airlines. Movement from one terminal to the other is via an Inter-Terminal Shuttle, which runs every 5-10min on the landside.
  • Those flying aboard American Airlines from ONT to Chicago should know that the carrier runs its hub at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Passengers arrive at ORD via Terminal 3 and can retreat to the Admirals Club in the same terminal, Airside. Members and registered cardholders enjoy priority access and clearance under the fast lane program. Still, Economy Class travelers can enjoy the suite after paying for the day’s pass.
  • Southwest Airlines allows passengers from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Chicago to bring their furry friends into the cabin. Usually, these four-legged friends are household animals such as cats, dogs, and birds. The pets must bear their valid medical certificates and remember to lock them in their kernels throughout the trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Ontario to Chicago?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Ontario to Chicago.
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Direct departures

Ontario to Chicago

Monday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Friday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Ontario

Monday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Thursday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Friday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Saturday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

Sunday

Southwest,United Airlines

Southwest,United Airlines

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