$57 Cheap Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago (ORD)

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Popular airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

Today's featured flight deals from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Phoenix to Chicago (PHX-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $57 for one-way flights and $110 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$110 Roundtrip, just found
$110
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $110 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$111 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$111
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $111 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 11
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$112 Roundtrip, just found
$112
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $112 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 10
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$114 Roundtrip, just found
$114
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $114 just found
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 1
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$115 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 31 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $115 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 15
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$116 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $116 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$141 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$141
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $141 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 20
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
United
Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $177 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Tue, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 7
PHX
Phoenix
ORD
Chicago
$231 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 6 from Phoenix to Chicago, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $231 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago (ORD)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $84 - $306 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 $141
MDW
Midway Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $141
Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Sky Harbor Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$110
Distance
1437 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 31 mins

Phoenix to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $57 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $57 or cheap return flight from $110 from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
November is the most affordable month to fly from PHX to ORD. Traveling outside of peak seasons is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Enjoy a seamless journey to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). 4 carriers operate nonstop flights from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX), including:

  • American Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines are often among the top picks for flights between Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You can also compare carriers on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the best deal for your PHX to ORD flight.
How many flights per day from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Every day, an average of 13 nonstop flights operate from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Pick the departure time that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The 12 AM departures from PHX to ORD are typically the busiest. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from PHX to ORD?
Sunday offers the most flights from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Consider traveling 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) is at around 12:45AM UTC-7. Board this plane and you'll touch down at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) at approximately 5:11AM UTC-6. The total flight duration is 3h 26m.
How long does it take to fly from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
It takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 1,450 mi from PHX to ORD.
What airline has the least delays from PHX to ORD?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 85%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Opt for a flight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Take a direct flight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to Chicago and arrive at O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). An alternative entry point into this destination is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Booking your flight from PHX to ORD shortly before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a PHX to ORD flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a PHX to ORD flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one easy place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our extensive range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your PHX to ORD flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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