$149 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Mason City (MCW)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Mason City (ORD-MCW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $149 for one-way flights and $202 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$202 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $202 found 5 days ago
United
Fri, Sep 19 - Sat, Oct 4
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$242 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $242 found 19 hours ago
United
Tue, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 19
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$252 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$252
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $252 found 19 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 19
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$302 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $302 found 19 hours ago
United
Wed, Aug 6 - Sat, Aug 16
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$352 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $352 found 19 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$404 Roundtrip, just found
$404
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $404 just found
United
Fri, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 4
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$452 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$452
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $452 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$484 Roundtrip, just found
$484
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $484 just found
United
Fri, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 4
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$502 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$502
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $502 found 3 hours ago
United
Fri, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 4
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$602 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$602
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $602 found 3 hours ago
United
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$804 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$804
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $804 found 1 day ago
United
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$904 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$904
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $904 found 3 hours ago
United
Sat, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 3
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$1,004 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,004
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 2 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Sun, Aug 3, priced at $1,004 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
ORD
Chicago
MCW
Mason City
$1,204 Roundtrip, just found
$1,204
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Mason City, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $1,204 just found

Alternative airports near Mason City

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

Select flight to Mason City Municipal MCW. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 11 minutes. Flights from $252
MCW
Mason City Municipal
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center11 min
Flights from $252
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Mason City (MCW)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Mason City Municipal
Airlines serving
United
Roundtrip price
$202
Distance
287 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 29 mins

Chicago to Mason City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Mason City

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Mason City

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

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 Mason City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $149 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 Mason City 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 Mason City 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 Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting at $402 from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW). 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 United flight leaving ORD on July 28 2025 and touching down at MCW. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to MCW?
The cheapest flights from ORD to MCW 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 Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
When departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can hop on a nonstop flight to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) with United Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to MCW?
With fares starting at $149 for a one-way journey from ORD to MCW, United is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. 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 29 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
On average, O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) only has 1 direct flight to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) each day. To explore more options, try our easy-to-use filters. Simply enter your travel details, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
The 7 AM departures from ORD to MCW are typically the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to MCW?
Sunday has the most flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
The earliest flight departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is at around 7:45AM UTC-6. Hop on this flight and you'll touch down at Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) at approximately 9:17AM UTC-6. The entire trip takes 1h 32m.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
Flights from ORD to MCW have an average travel time of 1 hour and 29 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 290 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to MCW?
With 81% of journeys typically arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
To arrive at Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) on schedule, book a flight that takes off from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) before 3 PM. The likelihood 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 Mason City from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you're taking a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City, you'll come into land at either Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO) or Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from ORD to MCW just before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to MCW flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking an ORD to MCW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After choosing your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Mason City Municipal Airport (MCW)?
It's usually possible to reschedule or cancel your ORD to MCW flight. However, if it's been more than 24 hours since booking, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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