$91 Cheap Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Albuquerque to Chicago (ABQ-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $91 for one-way flights and $135 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$135 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$135
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $135 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$136 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $136 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$143 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $143 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$149 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 9 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $149 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 20
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$151 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $151 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$153 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $153 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 12
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$162 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $162 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$163 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $163 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sun, Dec 14 - Sat, Jan 10
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$185 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $185 found 19 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 7
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$308 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $308 found 18 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago (ORD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $135 - $470 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $480
MDW
Midway Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $480
Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$135
Distance
1115 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 1 min

Albuquerque to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Chicago are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $91 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $91 or cheap return flight from $135 from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The cheapest month to fly from ABQ to ORD is November, when there's less demand. Off-peak months are generally when airlines offer lower prices between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
You can fly nonstop from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) can change depending on your travel dates. American Airlines and United Airlines are just some of the choices offering reasonable prices. Use Expedia's filter tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right ABQ to ORD flight for your budget.
How many flights per day from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
On average, Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) only has 1 direct flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) every day. For more choices, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your dates, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between ABQ and ORD tend to be busiest at 12 PM. If you want a quieter trip and possibly cheaper tickets, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from ABQ to ORD?
Friday has the most flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Consider taking off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)'s first flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) takes off at approximately 12:37PM UTC-7. With a travel time of 2h 55m, you'll arrive at around 4:32PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The average flight time from ABQ to ORD is 3 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of 1,100 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ABQ to ORD?
With 86% of journeys typically landing on time, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To check your flight status and get notified if anything changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To touch down at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without delays, select a flight that leaves Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ)?
If you're catching a direct flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to Chicago, you'll come into land at either O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ABQ to ORD right before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ABQ to ORD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ABQ to ORD flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your ABQ to ORD flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want further details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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