$91 Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago (MDW)

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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago (SLC-MDW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $91 for one-way flights and $165 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 26
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$165 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $165 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 18
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$173 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 17 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $173 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$180 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $180 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Dec 29 - Mon, Jan 12
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$182 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 29 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $182 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$191 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $191 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 12
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$192 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 30 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $192 found 13 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 8
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$193 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 21 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Thu, Jan 8, priced at $193 found 9 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$196 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $196 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$196 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $196 found 2 days ago
Delta
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$285 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jan 13, priced at $285 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago (MDW)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $120 - $573 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

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

Select flight to O'Hare Intl. ORD. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 23 minutes. Flights from $234
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center23 min
Flights from $234
Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago (MDW)
Origin airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$165
Distance
1256 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 5 mins

Salt Lake City to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $91 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $91 or cheap return flight from $165 from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) 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 Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Planning your trip for January is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SLC and MDW. You'll usually find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
If you're departing from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC), you can take a nonstop flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
To find the cheapest airline that'll fly you from SLC to MDW, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and flight duration. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). Need more options? Use Expedia's filters to find flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
The 7 AM departures from SLC to MDW see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SLC to MDW?
Friday has the most flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)'s earliest flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) leaves at approximately 7:20AM UTC-7. With a total travel time of 3h 15m, you'll arrive at around 11:35AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Flights from SLC to MDW have an average travel time of 3 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,250 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SLC to MDW?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 80%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
To reach Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) without delays, book a flight that leaves from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) 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 Chicago from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Hop on a direct flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Chicago and land 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 Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SLC to MDW right before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your schedule, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SLC to MDW flight and hotel package?
Securing a SLC to MDW flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our wide range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
In most instances, you can modify or cancel your SLC to MDW 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 rules and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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