$29 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Atlanta (ATL)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Atlanta (ORD-ATL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $29 for one-way flights and $54 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, Dec 30 - Thu, Jan 8
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$54 Roundtrip, just found
$54
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 30 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Thu, Jan 8, priced at $54 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Dec 31 - Sat, Jan 10
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$56 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$56
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $56 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 17
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$58 Roundtrip, just found
$58
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $58 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 5
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$60 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$60
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $60 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 10
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$64 Roundtrip, just found
$64
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $64 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 18
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$66 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$66
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $66 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 14
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$81 Roundtrip, just found
$81
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $81 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Feb 18
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$131 Roundtrip, just found
$131
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $131 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 31
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$151 Roundtrip, just found
$151
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $151 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 18
ORD
Chicago
ATL
Atlanta
$313 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Chicago to Atlanta, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $313 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Atlanta (ATL)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $325 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Atlanta

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. ATL. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $94
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $94

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $29 or cheap return flight from $54 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
December is the least expensive month to fly from ORD to ATL. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL). 4 airlines operate direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), including:

  • Delta Air Lines
  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, Frontier Airlines and American Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest fare for your ORD to ATL flight.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
With an average of 13 direct flights that operate from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
More travelers fly between ORD and ATL at 5 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to ATL?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 5:45AM UTC-6, leaving from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be traveling for around 2h 8m, landing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) at approximately 8:53AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Flights from ORD to ATL have an average travel time of 2 hours and 6 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 610 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to ATL?
Delta Air Lines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL), with an on-time rating of 80%. Use the Expedia App to look up your journey status before you take off and get notified of any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Select a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour 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 Atlanta from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ORD to ATL shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. But if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to ATL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ORD to ATL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
Typically, you can cancel or modify your ORD to ATL flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you want further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, KEY LIME AIR DBA DENVER AIR CONNECTION, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$54
Distance
605 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 58 mins

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Chicago to Atlanta Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Atlanta

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Atlanta: 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 Chicago to Atlanta

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 Chicago to Atlanta in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $29 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 Chicago to Atlanta 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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