Cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $240 | Frontier1 stop11 hrSat, Aug 8 — Sat, Aug 15 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago is currently $240 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $120 | Frontier1 stop9 hrWed, Aug 5 | The cheapest one-way flight from Phoenix to Chicago is currently $120 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $257 | UnitedNonstop4 hrMon, Sep 7 — Tue, Sep 15 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago is currently $257 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $402 | Delta1 stop7 hrSat, Jun 13 — Mon, Jun 15 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Phoenix to Chicago is currently $402 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $488 | Frontier1 stop11 hrSat, Aug 8 — Sat, Aug 15 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago is currently $488 |
| Fastest flight | 3 hr 15 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Phoenix to Chicago takes 3 hr 15 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for 1-week trips from Phoenix to Chicago per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Chicago is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
| January Cheapest | Typical prices: $80–240 |
|---|---|
| June Most expensive | Typical prices: $245–350 |
Popular airlines from Phoenix to Chicago
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Phoenix to Chicago in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $257Typical price: $215–39553 weekly nonstop flightsPHX - MDWEvery day2569 weekly connecting flightsPHX - MDWEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $269Typical price: $210–41063 weekly nonstop flightsPHX - ORDEvery day856 weekly connecting flightsPHX - ORDEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $257Typical price: $215–44032 weekly nonstop flightsPHX - ORDEvery day227 weekly connecting flightsPHX - ORDEvery day
- Deltafrom $289Typical price: $235–520274 weekly connecting flightsPHX - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Frontierfrom $240Typical price: $140–32037 weekly connecting flightsPHX - MDW, ORDEvery day
- Alaskafrom $255Typical price: $255–57034 weekly connecting flightsPHX - ORDEvery day
Popular airports near Phoenix
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Phoenix center and popularity with travelers.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)PhoenixUnited States12 min3 mi
- Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)PhoenixUnited States25 mi
- Tucson International Airport (TUS)TucsonUnited States1 hr 54 min112 mi
- Scottsdale Airport (SCF)PhoenixUnited States31 min15 mi
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States26 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 23 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Phoenix to Chicago
The cheapest flights from Phoenix to Chicago are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $80 to $240.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $240. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $120.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $257, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 19.
- The cheapest American flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $269, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest United flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $257, flying from Sep 7 to Sep 15.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $289, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $240, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $255, flying from Aug 22 to Aug 29.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago starts at $240 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $120 and departs on Wed, Aug 5.
3 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Phoenix to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Phoenix to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Phoenix to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Phoenix to Chicago.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 63 nonstop flights and 856 connecting flights per week. American flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 53 nonstop flights and 2,569 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Phoenix to Chicago are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 63 nonstop flights and 856 connecting flights per week. American flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 53 nonstop flights and 2,569 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
Other popular airlines flying from Phoenix to Chicago are:
- United offers 32 nonstop flights and 227 connecting flights per week. United flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Delta offers 274 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Frontier offers 37 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
- Alaska offers 34 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Phoenix to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $240. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $120.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $257, flying from Aug 13 to Aug 19.
- The cheapest American flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $269, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest United flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $257, flying from Sep 7 to Sep 15.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $289, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 12.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $240, flying from Aug 8 to Aug 15.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Phoenix to Chicago is $255, flying from Aug 22 to Aug 29.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Phoenix to Chicago.
- There are 53 Southwest direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 American direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 32 United direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Phoenix and Chicago at price $402 is offered by Delta from Sat, Jun 13 to Mon, Jun 15.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Phoenix to Chicago.
- There are 53 Southwest direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 American direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 32 United direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Phoenix and Chicago start at $257 from Mon, Sep 7 to Tue, Sep 15 with United.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Phoenix to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Phoenix and Chicago start at $488 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Phoenix and Chicago start at $240 from Sat, Aug 8 to Sat, Aug 15.
To book business class trips from Phoenix to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Phoenix and Chicago starts at $402 from Sat, Jun 13 to Mon, Jun 15 with Delta.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Phoenix and Chicago at price $402 is offered by Delta from Sat, Jun 13 to Mon, Jun 15.
To find last-minute flight deals from Phoenix to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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