$28 Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (ORD)

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Popular airlines from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (FLL-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $28 for one-way flights and $56 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Sat, May 16
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$56 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$56
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Sat, May 16, priced at $56 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$61 Roundtrip, just found
$61
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $61 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 13
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$66 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$66
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Wed, May 13, priced at $66 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 25
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$68 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$68
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $68 found 9 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$71 Roundtrip, just found
$71
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $71 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Tue, Apr 21
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$73 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$73
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Apr 17 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Tue, Apr 21, priced at $73 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 22
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$99 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 13 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Wed, Apr 22, priced at $99 found 11 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$167 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 2 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Sat, May 9, priced at $167 found 16 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 25
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$213 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Sat, Apr 25, priced at $213 found 9 hours ago
Delta
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
ORD
Chicago
$217 Roundtrip, just found
$217
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, returning Tue, May 12, priced at $217 just found

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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 $260
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $260

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $28 or cheap return flight from $56 from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The cheapest month to fly from FLL to ORD is May, when demand is low. Off-peak season is generally when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Avoid the detours and fly straight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) with 3 carriers, including:

  • United Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • American Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
American Airlines and Spirit Airlines are some popular carriers offering reasonable fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) can vary based on the time of year, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a FLL to ORD flight that works with your plans and budget.
How many flights per day from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Each day on average, 8 nonstop flights take off from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
More travelers fly between FLL and ORD at 2 PM than at any other time of day. Looking for a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from FLL to ORD?
Fly on a Sunday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) is at around 6:20AM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 8:42AM UTC-6. The total time in the air is 3h 22m.
How long does it take to fly from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The average flight time from FLL to ORD is 3 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of 1,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from FLL to ORD?
With 87% of journeys typically arriving on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To reach O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without delays, pick a flight that leaves from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) before 3 PM. The chance 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
You can land at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) when you travel to Chicago on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from FLL to ORD are generally more expensive. For the lowest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a FLL to ORD flight and hotel package?
Securing a FLL to ORD 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. Pick from our wide range of stays 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 Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your FLL to ORD flight. However, if the booking was 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 if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$61
Distance
1184 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 28 mins

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Fort Lauderdale to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Chicago in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $28 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 Fort Lauderdale 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.

 

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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.

 

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