$55 Cheap Flights from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago (ORD)

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Today's featured flight deals from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

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Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Memphis to Chicago (MEM-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $55 for one-way flights and $120 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$120 Roundtrip, just found
$120
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $120 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 4
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$137 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $137 found 17 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$138 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $138 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Dec 8
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$140 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$140
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 20 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $140 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 4
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$142 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $142 found 17 hours ago
Delta
Wed, Feb 11 - Sat, Feb 14
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$143 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Feb 11 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $143 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 7
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$147 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $147 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 6
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$153 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $153 found 2 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 7
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$156 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Feb 6 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $156 found 4 days ago
United
Tue, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 30
MEM
Memphis
ORD
Chicago
$159 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Dec 23 from Memphis to Chicago, returning Tue, Dec 30, priced at $159 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago (ORD)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $98 - $304 per traveler.

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. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $301
MDW
Midway Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $301
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Flights from Memphis (MEM) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Memphis Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$120
Distance
491 mi

Memphis to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Memphis to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $55 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 Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $55 or cheap return flight from $120 from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) 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 Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
December is the most affordable month to fly from MEM to ORD. Timing your trip outside of the busy season is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
When setting off from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM), you can board a direct flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
American Airlines and United Airlines are some well-known airlines offering reasonable fares. Don't forget that flight prices from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) can vary depending on the time of year, demand and how early you book. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a MEM to ORD flight that fits your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Every day, an average of 5 direct flights take off from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Choose the departure that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The 10 AM departures from MEM to ORD are the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEM to ORD?
Jet off on a Friday if you're looking for the best choice of flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD).
What is the earliest flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM)'s earliest flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) departs at approximately 7:10AM UTC-6. With a travel duration of 1h 56m, you'll touch down at around 9:06AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights from MEM to ORD have an average travel time of 2 hours. The total distance between these two airports is 490 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEM to ORD?
With 93% of flights typically arriving on time, Alaska Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). To check your flight status and get notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Select a flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be 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 Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM)?
Board a direct flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Chicago and touch down at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Another arrival point to this destination is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from MEM to ORD are generally more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a MEM to ORD flight and hotel package?
Securing a MEM to ORD flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Choose from our extensive range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you reserved your MEM to ORD flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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