$50 Cheap Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Chicago (DFW-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $50 for one-way flights and $89 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 15
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$89 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$89
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $89 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 14
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$100 Roundtrip, just found
$100
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $100 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Wed, Aug 6
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$107 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $107 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Fri, Nov 7
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$110 Roundtrip, just found
$110
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $110 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Aug 7
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $117 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 15
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$121 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $121 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 24 - Tue, Jul 29
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$125 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $125 found 13 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 14
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$129 Roundtrip, just found
$129
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $129 just found
United
Mon, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 17
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$134 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $134 found 14 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
DAL
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $157 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dallas (DFW) to Chicago (ORD)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $40 - $120 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Dallas (DFW) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Contour Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$89
Distance
801 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 29 mins

Dallas to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dallas to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Dallas to Chicago are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dallas to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Dallas to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dallas to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Dallas to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Dallas to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $50 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Dallas to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Dallas to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Score cheap return tickets from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) starting at $88. Grab your seat and set off on your next adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving DFW on July 30 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on July 4 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DFW to ORD?
The cheapest flights from DFW to ORD are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). 4 carriers operate direct flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW), including:

  • American Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from DFW to ORD?
With prices starting from $44 for a one-way journey from DFW to ORD, Frontier Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DFW on September 29 2025. Prices were last updated on July 4 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
When jetting out of Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW), you'll have a choice from an average of 16 daily direct flights to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between DFW and ORD are busiest at 7 AM. If you'd like a quieter trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from DFW to ORD?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 6:00AM UTC-6, heading out of Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW). You'll be in the air for approximately 2h 25m, arriving at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 8:25AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
It usually takes 2 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 800 mi from DFW to ORD.
What airline has the least delays from DFW to ORD?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 84%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Book a flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW)?
Catch a direct flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to Chicago and touch down at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). An alternative arrival point to this city is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from DFW to ORD are typically more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, you may score a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a DFW to ORD flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a DFW to ORD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you reserved your DFW to ORD flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

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