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$169 Find Cheap Flights from Tucson to Chicago

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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $538-$402
American Airlines
Wed 6/10Wed 6/17
TUS - ORD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $201-$247
American Airlines
Wed 6/3
TUS - ORD • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Tucson to Chicago (TUS-CHI)

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

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 6:10 pm
TUS
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ORD
3h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:48 am - 11:39 am
ORD
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TUS
3h 51mnonstop
$337American Airlines
Tue, Jun 30 - Sat, Aug 8
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 12:18 pm
TUS
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ORD
3h 33mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 11:28 am
ORD
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TUS
3h 43mnonstop
$341American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, Aug 12
American Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 11:48 pm
TUS
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ORD
5h 56m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:14 pm - 10:59 pm
ORD
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TUS
3h 45mnonstop
$347American Airlines
Tue, Jun 30 - Wed, Jul 1
Delta Logo
6:20 am - 11:18 pm
TUS
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ORD
14h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:35 am - 12:19 pm
ORD
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TUS
7h 44m
1 stop
$350Delta
Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Jun 13
American Airlines Logo
12:29 pm - 6:10 pm
TUS
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ORD
3h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:59 am
ORD
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TUS
6h 59m
1 stop
$351American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Tue, Jun 9
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7:10 am - 9:20 pm
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ORD
12h 10m
2 stops
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2:45 pm - 3:50 pm
ORD
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TUS
27h 05m
1 stop
$355Delta
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17
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5:15 am - 1:25 pm
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MDW
6h 10m
1 stop
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5:30 am - 9:15 am
MDW
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TUS
5h 45m
1 stop
$357Southwest
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
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12:45 pm - 10:55 pm
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ORD
8h 10m
1 stop
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10:30 am - 4:45 pm
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TUS
8h 15m
1 stop
$357Southwest
Wed, May 20 - Tue, Jun 9
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7:10 am - 9:20 pm
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ORD
12h 10m
2 stops
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3:55 pm - 11:14 am
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TUS
21h 19m
2 stops
$360Delta
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
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11:30 am - 4:45 pm
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MDW
3h 15mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 5:45 pm
MDW
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TUS
3h 45mnonstop
$361Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tucson to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago departing in June.

What is the cheapest Tucson to Chicago flight route?

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

The cheapest return flight from Tucson to Chicago costs $361 on the route between Tucson (TUS) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 1% cheaper than other Tucson-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Tucson (TUS) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chicago on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Tucson to Chicago. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago is July, where tickets cost $115 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $259 and $236 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tucson 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 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $436 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$169
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Tucson to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Tucson to Chicago

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FAQs for booking flights from Tucson to Chicago

  • Where can I pray at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)?

    If you have just arrived at MDW from Tucson and are keen to thank your maker for a safe trip, remember that the property has a prayer room. Locate this sacred oasis in Concourse C on the mezzanine level, and quietly make your supplication to the Almighty. It’s open every day of the week.

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

    Chicago O'Hare International Airport provides the best connection to anyone visiting The Museum of Science and Industry. The distance between the two points is about 24.2 miles, and you can conveniently get there via bus line 6. The whole journey lasts 1h 18min. Still, you can reach it in under 30 minutes if you choose a taxi.

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

    With numerous car hire agencies running their services at ORD, it’s easy to leap into the adventure of the city immediately after you land. Look out for their counters in the Arrival Hall, where you’ll pick up your key for your car. Outside the terminal are free shuttles to ferry you to the pick-up garage at Routes Car & Truck Rentals, a short drive away.

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

    As you wait to be picked up or connect to another destination, you can kill time by exploring the airport’s art program. Don’t leave before stopping in concourses B and C, where you’ll browse various paintings, murals, and sculptures.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tucson to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tucson to Chicago was $169 for a one-way ticket and $337 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    When flying out of Tucson you will be using Tucson. You will be landing at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Tucson to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tucson to Chicago?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Tucson to Chicago, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tucson to Chicago are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $475 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $462 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $246 or less one-way and $465 or less round-trip.
  • Active duty and retired military members flying to Chicago through Tucson International Airport (TUS) should remember that the facility features a Military Lounge at their disposal. This suite is situated in the Baggage Claim, lower level of the main terminal, adjacent to Baggage Carousel 4. The lounge operates between 6 am and 6 pm.
  • Several hotels close to Tucson International Airport provide convenient accommodation for those with early morning flights. For instance, Residence Inn by Marriott Tucson Airport is a recommended facility within easy reach of the airport. Spend a night here and enjoy courtesy shuttles to and from the airport, ensuring you reach the terminal in time for your departure.
  • The terminal building structure at the Tucson International Airport features one Main Terminal divided into three levels and complemented by three concourses: A, B, and C. Movement between the concourses is by walking through the Main Terminal building. Concourse A serves Frontier, Southwest, United, and Sun Country airlines.
  • Suppose you’re flying aboard American Airlines from TUS to Chicago. In that case, bear in mind that the carrier has a hub at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You’ll use Terminal 3 when you land at ORD, and members of the Admirals Club can find it at the same terminal. Priority access to this amenity is to members and holders of registered cards. Fast clearance awaits.
  • Are you looking for an airline that allows pets on board between Tucson and Chicago? Southwest Airlines is handy. You can bring your four-legged friends into the cabin if they bear valid medical certificates. Also, restrict them in their cages throughout the voyage so they don’t disturb other passengers.

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Direct departures

Tucson to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Tucson

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Tucson to Chicago

 
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4314 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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no service at all due to turbulence. they should've at least given us snacks, there were only 10 people on the entire flight.

4.0 OkayCrystal, Apr 2026
MSY - MDW
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no service at all due to turbulence. they should've at least given us snacks, there were only 10 people on the entire flight.

For the first time in a long time, the Wi-Fi actually worked the entire flight! The flight crew was amazing as usual.

Great flight. I didn't get a drink because I was asleep whole on the flight.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Love them will get a Southwest card to track my points and keep flying with them. My family and I were pleased with the services.

WiFi was not working and didn’t have a beverage service

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

WIFI was great. My selection for seating is an aisle, but during my trip, I never had an aisle seat. If we can get that corrected, I will be thrilled.

All good except once again bags took an hour at Midway Airport Happens all the time. Ridiculous

The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

Standard flight with a drinks and a snack- overall very quick flight. The flight attendants were very strict, bordered on rude.

Delayed - weather wasn't bad at either end. Also sat on tarmac in ORD.

boarded early to only find out that flight would sit at gate for 45 min to an hour. Landed in chicago and sat on runway for over an hour before got to gate. Total delay was extensive for a 45 min flight door to door.

The flight was significantly delayed. The inbound flight from EWR was delayed departing because of mechanical problems. My original departure from CLT was 5:28 pm but due to the delay of the inbound flight, after arrival, deplaning, cleaning, boarding, we did not push back from the gate until 9:00 pm. Once in the air, the flight was smooth and what was originally supposed to be an arrival in ORD at 7:30 pm local time turned out to be 9:35 pm.

The flight I was supposed to be on was supposed to take off at 1:50 from State College. It was delayed over and over and over again until somehow I had to rebook on a flight that was supposed to have left State College at 8 am that morning but didn't end up taking off until almost 6 pm. Not only was this completely unacceptable, the "token from United" was a 15 dollar meal voucher that has to be used by today. I would personally like some miles added to my account for this inconvenience. I was in transit for 8 hours from the time I arrive at State College Aiport to when I got home. I was supposed to be home at 3 pm and I returned at 8 pm. Unacceptable. I have not been on an on Time united flight in nearly 5 years.

newer aircraft, ability to connect my headset via blue tooth for entertainment.

Very comfortable flight, snacks and drinks were good, good communication from crew. Could have used a little more information on timing of boarding for group 5

Great flight. Got to watch a movie. Smooth flight and early arrival at ORD.

It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.

After arriving in Chicago, we were taxiing for 1.5 hours with infrequent and untruthful updates about the amount of time it would take to arrive at the gate. Minimally, the team could have provided timing expectations that were more truthful, especially one their original expectations were not met.

Like: flights are on time, good boarding process Can improve: planes are old, improve entertainment and make space more comfortable

It was good, the staff was great, and the food, was as usual, tea and biscuit. Bathroom was clean, and the plane was clean as well.

Very good I can’t complain one bit. Thank you American Airlines for making my flight enjoyable and safe!

The staff and service on American Airlines were truly outstanding. I had requested wheelchair assistance for my mother due to her knee issues, and the team went above and beyond every step of the way—from boarding in Boston to our arrival in Chicago. Their care, professionalism, and attentiveness made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. I’m very grateful for the support they provided.

The new planes (American Eagle) are beautiful and especially comfortable. The flight attendants are consistently professional and courteous. And, while it may seem inconsequential, the new liquid tube of coffee creamer—in contrast to the powdered coffee creamer—makes all the difference in a cup of coffee.

I'm not sure American is capable of on-time arrivals and departures. When you land at ORD, you almost always get held on the tarmac because your gate is still occupied. I may have missed my connection, but that ended up up being significantly delayed as well. Once again, I finally got home well after midnight.

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

Delays with no explanation. It could have been handled better.

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