$82 Cheap Flights from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago (ORD)

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Popular airlines from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)

Cheap Flights from Tucson to Chicago (TUS-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $82 for one-way flights and $139 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 16
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$139 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $139 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 14
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$164 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 12 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $164 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$184 Roundtrip, just found
$184
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $184 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 16
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$188 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $188 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 30
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$216 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Thu, Oct 30, priced at $216 found 5 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 9
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$221 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $221 found 4 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$225 Roundtrip, just found
$225
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $225 just found
United
Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$228 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $228 found 1 hour ago
Delta
Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $235 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$240 Roundtrip, just found
$240
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $240 just found

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $149 - $437 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Chicago

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Select flight to Midway Intl. MDW. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $241
MDW
Midway Intl.
Closest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $241
Flights from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago (ORD)
Origin airport
Tucson Intl.
Destination airport
O'Hare Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$139
Distance
1434 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 36 mins

Tucson to Chicago Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Tucson to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $82 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 Tucson 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 Tucson 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 Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $82 or cheap return flight from $139 from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Planning your trip for October may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between TUS and ORD. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
When departing from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS), you can get on a direct flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
United Airlines and American Airlines are well-known airlines offering competitive fares. Don't forget that flight prices from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) can change based on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's filter tool, you can easily find a TUS to ORD flight that matches your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Daily, an average of 3 direct flights take off from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Select the departure date that best fits your itinerary.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Flights between TUS and ORD are their busiest at 12 PM. If you'd like a more relaxed atmosphere and potentially cheaper prices, choose a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from TUS to ORD?
Monday offers the most flights from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)'s earliest flight to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) leaves at approximately 6:00AM UTC-7. With a total flight time of 3h 28m, you'll arrive at around 10:28AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
The average flight duration from TUS to ORD is 3 hours and 37 minutes, covering a total distance of 1,450 mi.
What airline has the least delays from TUS to ORD?
American Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), with an on-time rating of 80%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you head off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
To avoid possible delays on the Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) route, travel before 3 PM. Later flights are 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 Chicago from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to Chicago, you'll come into land at either O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from TUS to ORD just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a TUS to ORD flight and hotel package?
Securing a TUS to ORD flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels and then add car rentals, flights and activities 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 Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
If you booked your TUS to ORD flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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