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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Phoenix to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.P4,418 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Apr, returning Tue, 15 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tue, 8 Apr, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 15 Apr, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,418, select.
Chicago.P5,055 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May, returning Sat, 17 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,055, select.
Chicago.P6,766 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,766, select.
Chicago.P6,821 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Mar, returning Thu, 3 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 15 Mar, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Thu, 3 Apr, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From P6,821, select.
Chicago.P7,659 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Mon, 21 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,659, select.
Chicago.P7,702 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Mar, returning Mon, 31 Mar.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway on Sat, 15 Mar, arriving in Chicago Rockford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Chicago Rockford on Mon, 31 Mar, arriving in Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.Price includes taxes and charges.From P7,702, select.
Chicago.P9,074 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,074, select.
Chicago.P9,194 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Chicago Rockford.Inbound direct flight with Allegiant Air departs from Chicago Rockford on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,194, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phoenix to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from P7,702
Apr
from P4,418
May
from P5,055
Jun
from P6,766
Jul
from P12,777
Aug
from P11,191
Sep
from P9,656
Oct
from P20,388
Nov
from P25,404
Dec
from P25,654
Jan
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Feb
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Direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago

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Phoenix to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP4,418
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week542

Finding cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Phoenix to Chicago is P4,418. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Phoenix to Chicago.
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United fly direct from Phoenix to Chicago.
As of March 2025, there are 599 flights per week flying from Phoenix to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Chicago is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Phoenix, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago Midway – which is 14.5 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from P4,418.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Phoenix to Chicago on Tuesday, 8 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 16 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 3°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chicago is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from Phoenix to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Begin your journey at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Chicago departing from either of these.

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the chief entry points to Chicago.

  • 3 hours 20 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Phoenix to Chicago. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Chicago is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix.

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 134 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Phoenix to Chicago is with United Airlines at 23:59. Opt for the first PHX to ORD departure with American Airlines at 00:09 to maximise your time in Chicago.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to Chicago, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Once you've found cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have some other valid form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.

Flying from Phoenix

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • Begin your trip at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX), which has a range of direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago. From PHX, you can seamlessly jet into O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Pick from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Phoenix to Chicago departing from PHX. Reserve your trip with one of these:

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from Phoenix to Chicago leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Nashville International Airport (BNA)

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) Airport (LAS)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • PHX is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 34 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Phoenix to Chicago? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport:

Arriving in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Chicago

  • P2,236 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Chicago. A return flight starts from P4,418. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from Phoenix to Chicago, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Phoenix to Chicago. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Chicago is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Phoenix to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Phoenix to Chicago. August is the most popular month to travel to Chicago. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Phoenix to Chicago for July if you'd like to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chicago to range from 15ºC to 29ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Chicago sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chicago

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Chicago right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Phoenix to Chicago:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.

Complete your Chicago trip with a car rental

  • Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Phoenix to Chicago. Whether you're after a compact ride, an SUV or even something that'll turn heads, you can easily compare companies in one go to find the best deal.

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