$35 Cheap Flights from Burlington (BRL) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Burlington to Chicago (BRL-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $35 for one-way flights and $68 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Contour Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$68 Roundtrip, just found
$68
Roundtrip
just found
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $68 just found
Contour Airlines
Sat, Jan 3 - Mon, Jan 5
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$93 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$93
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 3 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $93 found 1 day ago
Contour Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 30
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$98 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$98
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 25 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Tue, Dec 30, priced at $98 found 3 hours ago
Contour Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Mon, Feb 23
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$113 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Mon, Feb 23, priced at $113 found 12 hours ago
Contour Airlines
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 23
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$118 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$118
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $118 found 14 hours ago
Contour Airlines
Sun, Dec 14 - Sun, Dec 21
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$123 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 14 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Sun, Dec 21, priced at $123 found 6 days ago
Contour Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 24
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$138 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $138 found 14 hours ago
Contour Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Sat, Mar 21
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$148 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$148
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 1 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Sat, Mar 21, priced at $148 found 14 hours ago
Contour Airlines
Sat, Mar 14 - Tue, Mar 24
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$158 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sat, Mar 14 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Tue, Mar 24, priced at $158 found 14 hours ago
Contour Airlines
Sat, Dec 13 - Sat, Dec 20
BRL
Burlington
ORD
Chicago
$168 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Contour Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 13 from Burlington to Chicago, returning Sat, Dec 20, priced at $168 found 5 days ago

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 $98
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $98
Flights from Burlington (BRL) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Southeast Iowa Regional
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Contour Airlines
Roundtrip price
$68
Distance
185 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 23 mins

Burlington to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Burlington to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Burlington 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 Burlington 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 Burlington to Chicago in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $35 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 Burlington 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 Burlington 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 Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $35 or cheap return flight from $68 from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) 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 Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
January is the most affordable month to fly from BRL to ORD. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
You can fly nonstop from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on a Southern Airways Express flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from BRL to ORD, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on what's important to you, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to discover the cheapest flight right away.
How many flights per day from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Each day on average, 2 direct flights take off from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Select the departure date that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between BRL and ORD tend to be busiest at 6 AM. If you'd like a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper fares, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from BRL to ORD?
Fly on a Saturday if you're searching for the best choice of flights from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL)'s earliest flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) takes off at approximately 6:00AM UTC-6. With a travel time of 1h 40m, you'll touch down at around 7:40AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights from BRL to ORD have an average travel time of 1 hour and 40 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 190 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on schedule, book a flight that takes off from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) 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 Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is the only airport in Chicago with direct flights from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL). Check out your options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from BRL to ORD are typically more expensive. For the lowest prices, start searching for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a BRL to ORD flight and hotel package?
Booking a BRL to ORD flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Pick from our impressive range of stays and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your BRL to ORD flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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