$96 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 $96 for one-way flights and $155 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$155 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $155 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$157 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $157 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$161 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $161 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 21
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$165 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $165 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$167 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $167 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$173 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $173 found 4 days ago
United
Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$174 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $174 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 24
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$175 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $175 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $191 just found
Delta
Thu, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 12
ABQ
Albuquerque
ORD
Chicago
$289 Roundtrip, just found
$289
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Albuquerque to Chicago, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $289 just found

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $107 - $455 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Albuquerque Intl. Sunport
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$154
Distance
1115 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 44 mins

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 September. 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 $96 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?
Cheap round-trip fares from Albuquerque Intl. Sunport Airport (ABQ) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) start from $133. 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 American Airlines flight leaving ABQ on August 6 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on July 13 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ABQ to ORD?
The cheapest flights from ABQ 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 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 ABQ to ORD?
With prices starting from $67 for a one-way journey from ABQ to ORD, American Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ABQ on September 20 2025. Prices were last updated on July 13 2025 and have not changed since.
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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