$24 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 $24 for one-way flights and $48 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$48 Roundtrip, just found
$48
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $48 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$53 Roundtrip, just found
$53
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $53 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$58 Roundtrip, just found
$58
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $58 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 10
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$62 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$62
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Tue, Mar 10, priced at $62 found 16 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$63 Roundtrip, just found
$63
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $63 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 26
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$64 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$64
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 21 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Thu, Feb 26, priced at $64 found 1 hour ago
Contour Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $189 just found
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Jan 27
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$343 Roundtrip, just found
$343
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $343 just found
JetBlue Airways
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 13
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$398 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $398 found 2 days ago
Sun Country Airlines
Thu, Dec 18 - Fri, Jan 2
DFW
Dallas
ORD
Chicago
$463 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$463
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 18 from Dallas to Chicago, returning Fri, Jan 2, priced at $463 found 10 hours ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $55 - $226 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. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $305
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $305
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
$48
Distance
801 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 21 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 February. 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 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $24 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?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $24 or cheap return flight from $48 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
February is the least expensive month to fly from DFW to ORD. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to finding better fares.
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 Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, low-cost airlines like ANA and Gol are typically the cheapest options for flights between Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. Airport (DFW) and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Use Expedia's search tool to compare carriers and find the one that offers the lowest fare for your DFW to ORD flight.
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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