$133 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Appleton (ATW)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Appleton (ORD-ATW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $133 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 5
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$179 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $179 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Jul 12 - Wed, Jul 16
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$184 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jul 12 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $184 found 3 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 2
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$193 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $193 found 5 hours ago
United
Tue, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 22
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$194 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Tue, Jul 22, priced at $194 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 7
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$199 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $199 found 3 hours ago
United
Sat, Jul 5 - Mon, Jul 7
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$199 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Jul 5 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Mon, Jul 7, priced at $199 found 14 hours ago
United
Fri, Oct 10 - Sun, Oct 12
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$203 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $203 found 4 days ago
United
Tue, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 22
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$206 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Tue, Jul 22, priced at $206 found 6 days ago
United
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$210 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $210 found 13 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 9
ORD
Chicago
ATW
Appleton
$214 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jul 28 from Chicago to Appleton, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $214 found 22 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Appleton (ATW)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $179 - $439 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Appleton

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

Select flight to Austin Straubel Intl. GRB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 32 minutes. Flights from $229
GRB
Austin Straubel Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center32 min
Flights from $229
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Appleton (ATW)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Appleton Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$179
Distance
160 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 9 mins

Chicago to Appleton Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Appleton

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Appleton

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

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 Appleton in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $133 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 Appleton 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 Chicago to Appleton 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW) cost?
Snag cheap return flights starting from $179 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW). 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 American Airlines flight leaving ORD on July 19 2025 and touching down at ATW. The price was last updated on June 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to ATW?
The cheapest flights from ORD to ATW 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
Jump on a direct flight with United Airlines and fly straight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to ATW?
Jet off from ORD to ATW with American Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting at $204. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on August 27 2025. Prices were last updated on June 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
Each day, an average of 8 nonstop flights operate from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW). Pick the departure time that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
More people fly between ORD and ATW at 5 PM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to ATW?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)'s first flight to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW) leaves at approximately 10:10AM UTC-6. With a total journey time of 1h 2m, you'll touch down at around 11:12AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
Flights from ORD to ATW have an average travel time of 1 hour and 10 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 160 mi.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
To reach Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW) on schedule, book a flight that leaves from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The chance 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 Appleton from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you're catching a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton, you'll touch down at either Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW) or Austin Straubel Intl. Airport (GRB).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ORD to ATW just before your trip is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to ATW flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking an ORD to ATW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Appleton Intl. Airport (ATW)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your ORD to ATW flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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