$129 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Tucson (ORD-TUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $129 for one-way flights and $205 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$205 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $205 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 2
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$225 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $225 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$226 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$226
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $226 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 25
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$231 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $231 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Fri, Oct 3
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$232 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $232 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 7 - Thu, Aug 14
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$235 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$235
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $235 found 5 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 2
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$247 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $247 found 3 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 11
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$256 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $256 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Thu, Sep 4
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$258 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $258 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
ORD
Chicago
TUS
Tucson
$263 Roundtrip, just found
$263
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Chicago to Tucson, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $263 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $135 - $318 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Tucson

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

Select flight to Tucson Intl. TUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $527
TUS
Tucson Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $527
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Tucson Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$205
Distance
1434 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 51 mins

Chicago to Tucson Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Tucson

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tucson

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

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 Tucson in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $129 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 Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) cost?
Cheap return flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) start at $257. 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 TUS. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to TUS?
Grab a cheap ticket by booking your direct flight from ORD to TUS in November. You can find a one-way American Airlines flight for $129 leaving on November 27 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
You can travel nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) on an American Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to TUS?
Currently, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from ORD to TUS is United. You can book a seat on this route from $129. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
When departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can choose from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
The 9 AM departures from ORD to TUS are typically the busiest. They can also be more expensive. If you're hoping to save money, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to TUS?
Friday has the most flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Take the earliest flight at around 9:15AM UTC-6, departing from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You'll be in the air for about 4h 20m, touching down at Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) at approximately 12:35PM UTC-7.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
The average flight duration from ORD to TUS is 4 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of 1,450 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to TUS?
With 83% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). 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 O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Book a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and 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 Tucson from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Check out your flight options from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). This is the only airport in Tucson you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from ORD to TUS are usually more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start searching for flights early. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to find a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to TUS flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ORD to TUS flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
In most instances, you can cancel or reschedule your ORD to TUS flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you want more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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