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Cheapest round-trip
$203
Typical prices: $277-$380
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Fri 9/25Mon 9/28
PNS - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$277
Typical prices: $277-$357
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Tue 8/18Sat 8/22
PNS - ORD • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 2h 46m
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Cheapest • Avg $298 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 45m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Pensacola to Chicago (PNS-CHI)

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

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 3:20 pm
PNS
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ORD
19h 55m
1 stop
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7:11 am - 6:45 pm
ORD
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PNS
11h 34m
1 stop
$203Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16
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7:35 pm - 2:45 pm
PNS
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ORD
19h 10m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 6:55 pm
ORD
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PNS
11h 44m
1 stop
$203Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 22
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2:20 pm - 5:00 pm
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ORD
2h 40mnonstop
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10:40 am - 1:09 pm
ORD
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PNS
2h 29mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:18 pm - 8:00 pm
PNS
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ORD
2h 42mnonstop
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11:05 am - 1:34 pm
ORD
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PNS
2h 29mnonstop
$277United Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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2:59 pm - 5:49 pm
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ORD
2h 50mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 2:24 pm
ORD
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PNS
2h 24mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
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2:59 pm - 5:49 pm
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ORD
2h 50mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 2:24 pm
ORD
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PNS
2h 24mnonstop
$277American Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 22
Southwest Logo
1:10 pm - 7:20 pm
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MDW
6h 10m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 5:35 pm
MDW
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PNS
3h 35m
1 stop
$292Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25
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12:45 pm - 6:55 pm
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MDW
6h 10m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 5:35 pm
MDW
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PNS
3h 35m
1 stop
$292Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:00 am - 9:49 am
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MDW
3h 49m
1 stop
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4:30 pm - 9:41 pm
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PNS
5h 11m
1 stop
$297Delta
Thu, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 3
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6:00 am - 9:59 am
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MDW
3h 59m
1 stop
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6:05 am - 12:37 pm
MDW
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PNS
6h 32m
1 stop
$297Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Pensacola to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Pensacola 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 Pensacola 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 Pensacola to Chicago departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Pensacola usually cost between $293 and $456 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $203 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 9-Sep 16).

What is the cheapest Pensacola to Chicago flight route?

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

The absolute cheapest return flight from Pensacola to Chicago costs $277 on the route between Pensacola (PNS) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). However, over the past month, flights between Pensacola (PNS) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) were, on average, 19% cheaper than other Pensacola-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Pensacola (PNS) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Pensacola 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 Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Pensacola, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Pensacola 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 Pensacola to Chicago is November, where tickets cost $277 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $408 and $403 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Pensacola 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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $226 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Pensacola 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 Pensacola 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 Pensacola to Chicago, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Pensacola to Chicago

 
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Stefanie Waldek

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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.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$94
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 18% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Pensacola to Chicago

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines that offer round-trip between Pensacola and Chicago?

    American Airlines is the most popular airline that provides round trips from Pensacola to Chicago. This airline is also among the most affordable on this flight route. Additional options worth booking are United Airlines and Frontier Airlines, which are also considered efficient and affordable by frequent travelers.

  • Aside from Pensacola International Airport, are there other airports in Pensacola where I can board a flight to Chicago?

    Yes. It is possible to fly to Chicago from Pensacola via other airports located within this part of Florida. Some of these airports include Valparaiso (VPS), Mobile (MOB), Panama City (ECP), and Gulfport/Biloxi (GPT). Most of these airports offer domestic flights within and outside the city limits including destinations such as Chicago. For your convenience, we recommend taking your flight from PNS, especially if you are coming from the city center.

  • How do I access PNS from downtown Pensacola?

    Several transportation options are available for those looking to arrive at PNS from downtown Pensacola. Public transportation using buses is the most common way to access the airport. In this regard, you can use bus transit lines on routes 31, 52, or 63, most of which pass near PNS. Your bus journey to the airport will take between 40 minutes and 1h 05min depending on which bus station you board the bus. Otherwise, you may use your private car or take a taxi if you are running out of time.

  • How do I get to Chicago city center from Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    There are up to six different ways to get to Chicago City Center from ORD. You can use the subway, or board a bus right from the airport to the city. With the subway, you will take around 67 minutes while the bus will take about 1h 13min to arrive at the city center. If you choose a taxi, a shuttle, a town car, or a car rental, you will take around 21 minutes to travel from ORD to downtown Chicago. Typically, the fares range from $5 for the subway to $100 for the town car.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Pensacola to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Pensacola to Chicago was $94 for a one-way ticket and $203 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Pensacola to Chicago?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Pensacola to Chicago are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $412 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 $339 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $252 or less one-way and $439 or less round-trip.
  • Your flight from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Chicago is likely to take you to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Midway International Airport (MDW), or Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD) depending on your destination. Decide on the best flight route and travel from Pensacola to Chicago in style.
  • Once you arrive in Chicago via O’Hare International Airport, you can relax at Comfort Suites Chicago O’Hare Airport before proceeding to your destination. While at the hotel, you can grab a drink at the lounge/bar, enjoy a snack at the onsite restaurant or visit a 24-hour fitness center to showcase your workout skills after a long flight from Pensacola.
  • As your departure airport, PNS conforms to the laid-down US standards regarding the needs of passengers with limited mobility and other disabilities. The airport features adapted toilet ramps for comfort and telephones designed specifically for disabled travelers. It also features elevators fitted with low-level buttons and parking lots for the disabled. Wheelchairs are provided upon your request.
  • Don’t allow boredom to take a toll on you while onboard one of the flights from Pensacola to Chicago. Instead, immerse yourself in hundreds of movies, TV shows, or music from Free Entertain feature as you cruise at 33,000 or 42,000 feet above sea level aboard airlines like Alaska, Spirit, Delta, and Frontier.
  • Locate car rental counters on the lower level of ORD’s Terminals 1, 2, or 3. Whichever level you choose, rest assured that you will find car rental agencies such as Alamo, Avis, Dollar, Enterprise, National, and Budget to choose your ride from.

Prefer to fly direct from Pensacola to Chicago?

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

Pensacola to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Chicago to Pensacola

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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