$72 Cheap Flights from El Paso (ELP) to Chicago (MDW)

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Cheap Flights from El Paso to Chicago (ELP-MDW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $72 for one-way flights and $159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$159 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $159 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 13
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$161 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $161 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 27
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$163 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $163 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 27
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$167 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $167 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 13
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$168 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $168 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 13
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$171 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $171 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 13
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$174 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $174 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$175 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $175 found 1 day ago
Delta
Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 24
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $237 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Jul 27 - Thu, Jul 31
ELP
El Paso
MDW
Chicago
$326 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jul 27 from El Paso to Chicago, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $326 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from El Paso (ELP) to Chicago (MDW)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $128 - $778 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from El Paso (ELP) to Chicago (MDW)
Origin airport
El Paso Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$159
Distance
1237 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 47 mins

El Paso to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from El Paso to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from El Paso 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 El Paso 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 El Paso 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 El Paso 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 El Paso 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 El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting at $257 from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving ELP on July 31 2025 and touching down at MDW. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ELP to MDW?
The cheapest flights from ELP to MDW 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 El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
When departing from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ELP to MDW?
At the moment, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from ELP to MDW is Southwest Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $129. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ELP on September 30 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
On average, you can choose from 3 direct flights per week from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). For greater flexibility, consider taking a flight with a layover. Just enter your dates on Expedia and then set the filter tool to include one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
The 12 PM departures from ELP to MDW see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ELP to MDW?
Friday has the most flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 12:20PM UTC-7, departing from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP). You'll be traveling for about 3h, arriving at Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) at approximately 4:20PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Flights from ELP to MDW have an average travel time of 3 hours. The distance between the two is 1,250 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ELP to MDW?
With 98% of flights generally landing on time, Southwest Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). To check your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
To avoid possible delays on the El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of being 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 El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP)?
Take a direct flight from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Chicago and arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). An alternative arrival point to this destination is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from ELP to MDW generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute discounts, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an ELP to MDW flight and hotel package?
Booking an ELP to MDW flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our extensive range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals 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 El Paso Intl. Airport (ELP) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Usually, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your ELP to MDW flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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