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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $299-$447
Frontier
Tue 11/20Thu 11/22
SYR - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $299-$444
American Airlines
Wed 4/18Wed 4/25
SYR - ORD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines and United Airlines. Average duration is 2h 42m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $236 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Syracuse to O'Hare Intl (SYR-ORD)

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

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22
Frontier Logo
10:23 am - 12:43 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 20m1 stop Orlando
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5:40 am - 9:28 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
26h 48m1 stop Orlando
$319Frontier
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 22
Frontier Logo
10:23 am - 12:43 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
15h 20m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
5:12 pm - 9:28 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
15h 16m1 stop Orlando
$320Frontier
Sun, Dec 20 - Tue, Dec 22
Frontier Logo
6:38 pm - 12:56 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 18m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 5:53 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
11h 52m1 stop Orlando
$321Frontier
Sun, Apr 18 - Sun, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 7:12 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 32mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:02 pm - 11:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
2h 03mnonstop
$339American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:34 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
2:32 pm - 5:36 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
2h 04mnonstop
$339American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:45 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 9:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
2h 06mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
11:48 am - 1:30 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 42mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 1:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
2h 00mnonstop
$339United Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
6:56 pm - 8:24 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 28mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
3:24 pm - 6:19 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$339American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:35 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 35m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 12:53 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
4h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 4:49 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 29m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
5:29 pm - 11:01 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
4h 32m1 stop New York LaGuardia
$359Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from $299 to $447. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $299 round-trip.
•March ($408) and November ($395) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% 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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$131
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 36% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Syracuse to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Syracuse to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Syracuse 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 Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:47 pm and lands at 12:29 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 42m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 2h 42m, covering 605 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $299 to $447, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $299 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the $356 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $236 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $355 for nonstop.

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

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

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Syracuse 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 $319 to $1,396. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $206, which is 25% below 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 Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Syracuse Hancock Intl (SYR) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

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

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $418, a difference of $70.

    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 Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Syracuse and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 5h 29m via New York LaGuardia (LGA) and 5h 44m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 1 hour behind Syracuse (Central Time vs Eastern 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 Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

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

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Syracuse 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 Economy 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 Syracuse 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $348, about $70 less than Sunday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Syracuse to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $299 round-trip in that month - typically $109 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $236 round-trip on this route - about $119 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Syracuse Hancock Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Syracuse Hancock Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Syracuse Hancock Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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