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$72 Find Cheap Flights from Tulsa to Chicago

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Cheapest round-trip
$230
Overall average: $462
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/30Wed 4/8
TUL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$251
Southwest
Sat 4/18Tue 4/21
TUL - MDW • Non-stop
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Southwest allows two free checked bags, saving costs.
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Cheapest • from $251 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $216 (round-trip)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Tulsa to Chicago (TUL-CHI)

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

Mon, Mar 30 - Wed, Apr 8
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1:57 pm - 6:08 am
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ORD
16h 11m
1 stop
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3:29 pm - 1:36 pm
ORD
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TUL
22h 07m
1 stop
$230Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 21
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12:10 pm - 1:55 pm
TUL
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MDW
1h 45mnonstop
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9:40 am - 11:35 am
MDW
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TUL
1h 55mnonstop
$251Southwest
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
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7:15 am - 9:20 am
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ORD
2h 05mnonstop
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8:25 pm - 10:43 pm
ORD
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TUL
2h 18mnonstop
$251United Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 13
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9:25 am - 11:34 am
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ORD
2h 09mnonstop
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4:52 pm - 7:02 pm
ORD
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TUL
2h 10mnonstop
$252American Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
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5:00 am - 6:40 am
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MDW
1h 40mnonstop
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10:30 am - 12:25 pm
MDW
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TUL
1h 55mnonstop
$254Southwest
Sat, May 9 - Wed, May 13
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9:25 am - 11:34 am
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ORD
2h 09mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 10:25 pm
ORD
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TUL
9h 55m
1 stop
$257American Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
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7:50 pm - 5:00 am
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MDW
9h 10m
1 stop
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10:30 am - 12:25 pm
MDW
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TUL
1h 55mnonstop
$261Southwest
Mon, Mar 23 - Thu, Mar 26
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3:25 pm - 11:38 pm
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ORD
8h 13m
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10:53 am - 7:35 pm
ORD
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TUL
8h 42m
1 stop
$264Frontier
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 31
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5:12 pm - 10:31 pm
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MDW
5h 19m
1 stop
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10:45 am - 4:27 pm
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5h 42m
1 stop
$271Delta
Sat, Apr 18 - Tue, Apr 21
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1:55 pm - 6:48 pm
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ORD
4h 53m
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8:15 am - 3:57 pm
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7h 42m
1 stop
$271Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Tulsa to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Tulsa to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Tulsa to Chicago flight route?

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

The absolute cheapest return flight from Tulsa to Chicago costs $292 on the route between Tulsa (TUL) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). However, over the past month, flights between Tulsa (TUL) and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) were, on average, 2% cheaper than other Tulsa-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Tulsa (TUL) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

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

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

When flying from Tulsa to Chicago, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Tuesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Tulsa, you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Tulsa 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 Tulsa to Chicago is August, where tickets cost $267 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $397 and $392 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Tulsa 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 $344 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tulsa 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 Tulsa 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 Tulsa to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 58% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$89
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
Flight from Tulsa to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Tulsa to Chicago

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

  • Where can I park my car at the Tulsa Airport?

    Your most affordable option for parking at TUL is in the Uncovered Economy Parking Lot. You can catch a free shuttle from this lot to the TUL terminal. If you want to be closer to the terminal, you can park in the Covered Garage, just opposite the terminal. However, this will cost a little bit more.

  • Are there any therapy dogs at TUL?

    Yes. As you wait for your flight to Chicago, you might encounter a therapy dog from the Welcome Waggin’ Program at TUL. Therapy dogs and their trained handlers roam Departures in order to offer delight, distraction, and solace to passengers who are waiting for a flight.

  • Which of the Chicago airports has private facilities for nursing moms?

    Both Chicago airports provide private areas where traveling moms can nurse or pump. Midway has a Mamava lactation pod on Concourse A near Gate A5 and a Mother's Room next to the Yoga Room on Concourse C. At ORD, you can find Mother's Rooms in Terminals 1, 2, 3, and 5, and Mamava pods in 1, 2, and 3.

  • Can I find a USO military lounge at either Chicago Airport?

    Yes. Both ORD and MDW have USO lounges. In fact, ORD has two. These private military lounges welcome US military personnel and their families free of charge. The USO at MDW is located airside on Concourse C and open every day from 8 am to 8 pm. One USO at ORD is in T2 on the Mezzanine level and the other is in T3 in the Rotunda of the G Concourse. The USO military lounges at ORD are open every day from 9 am to 5 pm.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Tulsa to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Tulsa to Chicago was $89 for a one-way ticket and $230 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    On your way to Chicago, you’ll fly out from Tulsa. 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 Tulsa to Chicago?

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Tulsa to Chicago?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Tulsa to Chicago are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $315 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 $363 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $234 or less one-way and $391 or less round-trip.
  • A hub for Omni Air International, the Tulsa International Airport (TUL) is located in northeastern Oklahoma. Flights to Chicago land at either Midway International Airport (MDW) or the larger Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Midway is a hub for Southwest and O'Hare is a hub for United and American Airlines.
  • If you are a flying from TUL into MDW, you can catch a flight on Southwest or Delta with one stop in either Dallas, St. Louis, or Atlanta. Delta also offers flights from TUL to MDW with two stops, either in Atlanta and then Dallas or in Atlanta and then Minneapolis.
  • TUL makes several accommodations in order to make travel as efficient as possible for differently-abled travelers. Passengers can find at least one accessible stall in every restroom, wheelchair availability, and a sunflower lanyard program designed to assist passengers who have challenges that may not be immediately noticeable, such as hearing loss, Crohn's disease, or PTSD.
  • Southwest, American, Delta, and United offer flights from TUL to ORD with one stop in cities such as Houston, Washington DC, New York, Denver, or Charlotte, among others. Delta, United, and American also offer flights from TUL to ORD with two stops.
  • If you have time to indulge yourself before your flight to Chicago, you can visit one of the many Massage Chairs located throughout TUL. These massage stations can be found both landside and airside.

Prefer to fly direct from Tulsa to Chicago?

 
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Tulsa to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chicago to Tulsa

Monday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

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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

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Tulsa to Chicago

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4295 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
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The WiFi and crew on the plane were good, however, the boarding experience was awful. I paid for the Choice Preferred and was boarded in group 5 so all overhead storage was full. They found room for our luggage, but further back making getting off the plane a nightmare. Also, we were in row 6 and the seats were extremely uncomfortable. Both my daughter and I had no leg room and couldn’t wait to get off the plane.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Feb 2026
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The WiFi and crew on the plane were good, however, the boarding experience was awful. I paid for the Choice Preferred and was boarded in group 5 so all overhead storage was full. They found room for our luggage, but further back making getting off the plane a nightmare. Also, we were in row 6 and the seats were extremely uncomfortable. Both my daughter and I had no leg room and couldn’t wait to get off the plane.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

Still need to work out the kinks on the new assigned seating boarding process. Otherwise, a very good flight.

WiFi did not work. Boarding with the new seating assignments took too long. The temperature in the terminal was obnoxious. +/- 80°

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

Only downside was the legroom and seat width, which is always a problem unless I spend more for a premium seat.

My flight from Denver to Minneapolis was excellent. My flight from Minneapolis to Denver was one of the worst I flights I have ever experienced. I had a window seat, the gentleman in the middle seat was morbidly obese and SW should have made him purchase two seats. His elbow dug into my arm most of the way even after I asked to please be careful. I was literally squashed between the him and the window with no wiggle room. The plane was full so it was not possible to ask for a different seat. I realize I should have complained to the flight attendant but I didn't feel anything could be done to rectify the situation. I fly SW often, I will continue to do so as this was my first negative experience.

I was assigned seat 7E, yet my boarding was Group 5, which caused me to have to put my luggage in the back of the plance above `19 or 20 aisle, as passengers who had boarded earlier took the overhead bins in the front. SW needs to monitor bin space and ensure that bin space above the seat are aligned to those sitting near their seats. Also the seating assignments needs to align with group number. Maybe board those last first and so on? Having said the ALL the passengers on the plane were gracious enough to allow me and other passengers in this dilema to retrieve our luggage and helped us along the way. I always love the flight staff, as always their fantastic and I can't rave about them enough!

I appreciate the staff who allowed me to board though I arrived a little late! Regarding the assigned seating, I had booked my flight before this change and wasn't aware of the change at the time, and so I didn't select a seat at booking as I didn't realize it was relevant. Better communication about the change would have been helpful for preparing.

Flight attendants very hospitable and friendly. Pilot flew a smooth take off and landing.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

United Airlines is my preferred airlines and I am thankful for Gary who also help support me on the phone to switch my flight literally last min.

Seated dude next to me even though lots of empty rows. But main thing was we sat on the tarmac after landing for 30 minutes because of, in the words of the dude who sat next to me, “operational incompetence”. We got changing directions about where to pick up gate checked bags. Pilot and flight attendant were awesome though.

It was a pretty standard flight... until the almost hour and a half spent on the taxi way. I get that the weather has been poor but the delay had nothing to do with the weather and more to do with a plane with several issues tying up the gate. I get that that happens from time to time but this has been EVERY flight I've been on for the past 5 years and I fly 3 to 5 times a year. This isn't just United... it's American, it's Delta. It's an issue with the entire industry. I work for UPS and packages on a cargo plane get better service than people do these days. Anymore I HATE flying.

Perfect flight. Smooth flight. Arrived 20 minutes early at destination. Excellent service.

The flights were on time which was great give. It was holiday travel season and there’d been some weather issues. The only complaint and this is every time with United is the terrible seat design. The head rest is not built for comfort and having my neck bent forward for a cross country trip reminded me while I try not to take United flights as a rule.

Everything was absolutely wonderful from check in to baggage claim. Staff was very professional and sweet. Will definitely recommend United to family and friends.

They did the one thing that really matters - got to Chicago early.

The flight was on time. I generally don’t drink or eat on short flights and the seats were good and the flight attendants were friendly. That’s all I expect

It was nice to have gotten up upgraded to first class with a meal on a three hour flight

Waiting for gate in RDU for more than 20mins is crazy.

American Airlines was great and worked very hard to change my ticket so I could get an earlier, direct flight back to Dallas. However, I was informed that Kayak made mistakes with my itinerary and classified my ticket as desiring to be on the earlier flight instead of taking the necessary step of calling AA to get me on the standby list. This ended up keeping me from being added to the standby list and delayed me getting home by 6 hours. I am happy to discuss this further with Kayak so they can correct their procedures so this won't happen again.

Waited for oxygen tanks for 30 minutes after boarding was complete.

We flew in first class. The crew did not offer drinks before the flight took off, but they treated us well during the flight. The food was excellent. There was actually too much food served, but it was nice to have all the options.

Update to handle the delay was very bad, crews no smiles or welcome or thanks. Don’t care attitude

Pilot navigated severe weather/snow storm with skill. Described his intentions clearly

Little warm on the plane and delayed for an hour

So excited very proud first of all I wanna thank kayak all updates very professional and fast alart And amazing cabin crew so nice to me they deserve big salute

The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.

Awful. They won’t help me with anything. I booked on American but they abdicated to Iberia. The ticket was overpriced. Everything negative

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