$72 Cheap Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Chicago (CLT-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $72 for one-way flights and $138 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 25
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$138 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 17 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $138 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $139 just found
United
Mon, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 27
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$146 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $146 found 1 hour ago
United
Sun, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 6
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$150 Roundtrip, just found
$150
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sun, Oct 5 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $150 just found
United
Sat, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 1
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$150 Roundtrip, just found
$150
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 1, priced at $150 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 10 - Thu, Aug 14
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$151 Roundtrip, just found
$151
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 10 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $151 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 23
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$152 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$152
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $152 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$153 Roundtrip, just found
$153
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $153 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$155 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $155 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 11
CLT
Charlotte
ORD
Chicago
$186 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from Charlotte to Chicago, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $186 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (ORD)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $52 - $151 per traveler.

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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 $254
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $254
Flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$138
Distance
598 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 13 mins

Charlotte to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $72 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Pick up cheap return fares starting at $90 from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). 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 Frontier Airlines flight leaving CLT on August 7 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 CLT to ORD?
The cheapest flights from CLT 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Fly directly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CLT to ORD?
With fares starting at $59 for a one-way journey from CLT 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 CLT on October 8 2025. Prices were last updated on July 13 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
With an average of 12 direct flights departing from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) daily, you'll be taking off on vacation soon enough.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between CLT and ORD are busiest at 7 AM. If you're after a quieter trip and potentially cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from CLT to ORD?
Fly on a Monday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)'s first flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) takes off at approximately 6:25AM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 2h 15m, you'll arrive at around 7:40AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights from CLT to ORD have an average travel time of 2 hours and 15 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CLT to ORD?
Consider traveling with Spirit Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 83%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on schedule, choose a flight that leaves from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
If you're catching a direct flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to Chicago, you'll land at either O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from CLT to ORD are usually more expensive. To lock in the best prices, start looking for flights early. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a CLT to ORD flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a CLT to ORD flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you booked your CLT to ORD flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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