$29 Cheap Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (CHI)

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Chicago (ATL-CHI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $54 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
ATL
Atlanta
MDW
Chicago
$54 Roundtrip, just found
$54
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Fri, Feb 27, priced at $54 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$54 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$54
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $54 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$56 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$56
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $56 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$58 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$58
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $58 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$62 Roundtrip, just found
$62
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $62 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Tue, Feb 24
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$64 Roundtrip, just found
$64
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Tue, Feb 24, priced at $64 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$80 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $80 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 10
ATL
Atlanta
MDW
Chicago
$131 Roundtrip, just found
$131
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $131 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Tue, Dec 16
ATL
Atlanta
RFD
Rockford
$139 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Atlanta to Rockford, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $139 found 1 hour ago
JetBlue Airways
Tue, Jan 20 - Sun, Jan 25
ATL
Atlanta
ORD
Chicago
$233 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Atlanta to Chicago, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $233 found 15 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (CHI)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $247 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

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

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $73
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $73
Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $100
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $100
Select flight to Greater Rockford RFD. Average driving time to city center is 1 hour 30 minutes. Flights from $139
RFD
Greater Rockford
Average driving time to city center1 h 30 min
Flights from $139

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Atlanta Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
If you're traveling from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports), round-trip flights start from $54. This figure is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal pass you by. Book now and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Atlanta Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
We get that circumstances change unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Atlanta Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
With a flight distance of 622 mi, it's only a hop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports). It might be a quick one, but it's still worth bringing along a book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports)?
You have plenty of choice when flying from Atlanta Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports). Book a ticket today with one of these reputable carriers:

  • Delta Air Lines - (DL) with 286 monthly flights
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 152 monthly flights
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 117 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 86 monthly flights
  • Spirit Airlines - (NK) with 60 monthly flights
  • Frontier Airlines - (F9) with 30 monthly flights

Are Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes score a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Chicago, IL (CHI-All Airports) cropping up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continuously — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices that far in advance.

Travel information

Origin airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Roundtrip price
$54
Distance
590 mi

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Atlanta to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Atlanta to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.

 

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