$149 Cheap Flights from Fort Dodge (FOD) to Chicago (ORD)

View $149 flight on Sun, Nov 23, 2025Opens in a new window

Popular airlines from Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

Cheap Flights from Fort Dodge to Chicago (FOD-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $149 for one-way flights and $198 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 13
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$198 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 13, priced at $198 found 14 hours ago
United
Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 23
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$238 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $238 found 10 hours ago
United
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 31
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$248 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Mar 17 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $248 found 1 day ago
United
Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$298 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $298 found 10 hours ago
United
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$348 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $348 found 16 hours ago
United
Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Oct 27
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$398 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $398 found 5 days ago
United
Tue, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 30
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$448 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$448
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $448 found 1 day ago
United
Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Oct 27
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$498 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$498
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Oct 26 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $498 found 2 days ago
United
Fri, Jul 10 - Fri, Jul 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$592 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$592
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 10 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Fri, Jul 24, priced at $592 found 17 hours ago
United
Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$598 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$598
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $598 found 10 hours ago
United
Fri, Jul 10 - Fri, Jul 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$599 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$599
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 10 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Fri, Jul 24, priced at $599 found 2 days ago
United
Fri, Jul 10 - Fri, Jul 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$712 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$712
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 10 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Fri, Jul 24, priced at $712 found 17 hours ago
United
Fri, Jul 10 - Fri, Jul 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$719 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$719
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 10 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Fri, Jul 24, priced at $719 found 2 days ago
United
Fri, Jul 10 - Fri, Jul 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$742 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$742
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 10 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Fri, Jul 24, priced at $742 found 17 hours ago
United
Fri, Jul 10 - Fri, Jul 24
FOD
Fort Dodge
ORD
Chicago
$1,792 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,792
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 10 from Fort Dodge to Chicago, returning Fri, Jul 24, priced at $1,792 found 17 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Dodge (FOD) to Chicago (ORD)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $197 - $347 per traveler.
Flights from Fort Dodge (FOD) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Fort Dodge Regional
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
United
Roundtrip price
$197
Distance
323 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 34 mins

Fort Dodge to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Fort Dodge to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $149 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 Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge 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.

 

*Terms apply.

 

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 Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $149 or cheap return flight from $198 from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) 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 Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The cheapest month to fly from FOD to ORD is September, when there's less demand. Off-peak season is usually when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Hop on a nonstop flight with United Airlines and journey straight from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare travel time, airlines and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see which carrier offers the cheapest FOD to ORD flight.
How many flights per day from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
On average, there's only 1 nonstop flight departing from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) per day. If this doesn't suit your schedule, consider flights with layovers. Just filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops to find the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The 10 AM departures from FOD to ORD are the most sought after. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're looking to save, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from FOD to ORD?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The first flight of the day out of Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) is at around 10:10AM UTC-6. Hop on this flight and you'll touch down at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 11:41AM UTC-6. The entire trip takes 1h 31m.
How long does it take to fly from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The average flight time from FOD to ORD is 1 hour and 31 minutes, covering a distance of 320 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on schedule, select a flight that leaves Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) before 3 PM. The chance 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 Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD)?
Browse your flight options from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). This is the only Chicago airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from FOD to ORD just before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a FOD to ORD flight and hotel package?
Securing a FOD to ORD flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, activities and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Fort Dodge Regional Airport (FOD) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your FOD to ORD flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

*Available to One Key members.