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Cheapest round-trip
$246
Typical prices: $205-$410
United Airlines
Mon 12/10Mon 12/17
SLN - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $103-$193
United Airlines
Sun 12/9
SLN - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 06m
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Cheap Flights from Salina to Chicago (SLN-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salina to Chicago

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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5:00 am - 7:05 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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9:23 pm - 11:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 21mnonstop
$246United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:00 am - 7:05 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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9:25 pm - 11:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 10mnonstop
$246United Airlines
Wed, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 5
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10:00 am - 11:56 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 56mnonstop
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9:20 pm - 11:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 14mnonstop
$246United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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5:00 am - 7:06 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 06mnonstop
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9:20 pm - 11:41 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 21mnonstop
$246United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:00 am - 7:05 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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9:25 pm - 11:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 10mnonstop
$266United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:00 am - 7:05 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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9:25 pm - 11:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 10mnonstop
$266United Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Thu, Dec 10
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5:00 am - 7:05 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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9:25 pm - 11:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 10mnonstop
$266United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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7:40 am - 9:45 amSLN  Salina-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05mnonstop
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9:35 pm - 11:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SLN Salina
2h 10mnonstop
$315United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Salina 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 Salina to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Salina to Chicago typically range from $205 to $410. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $246, on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Salina to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Salina to Chicago routes. They average around $264 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salina to Chicago. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 55% higher.

Key details for Salina to Chicago flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$133
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Salina to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Salina to Chicago

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:06 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 11:31 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 06m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Salina to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Salina to Chicago takes 2h 06m, covering 568 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salina 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 Salina to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salina to Chicago range from $205 to $410, with an average of $264 over the past 12 months. Anything below $205 counts as a good deal.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Salina 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.

  • How are flight departures from Salina to Chicago spread across the day?

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

  • Have flight prices from Salina 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 $246 to $1,603. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Salina to Chicago are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $320, which is 140% 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 Salina to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Salina to Chicago. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $205 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $410, a difference of $205.

    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 Salina to Chicago?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Salina and Chicago.

  • 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 Salina to Chicago flights?

    Among airlines operating Salina 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 Salina 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 Salina 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $205, about $205 less than Wednesday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salina to Chicago trip for April. Fares historically average $185 round-trip in that month - typically $279 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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 Chicago Midway Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Salina to Chicago?

 
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Direct departures

Salina to Chicago

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Chicago to Salina

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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