$89 Cheap Flights from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago (ORD)

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Cheap Flights from Tucson to Chicago (TUS-ORD)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $165 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$165 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $165 found 3 days ago
United
Wed, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 8
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$167 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $167 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$170 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $170 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$172 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $172 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Tue, Aug 26
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$182 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $182 found 5 days ago
United
Sat, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 27
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$187 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $187 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$188 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $188 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$191 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $191 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Sun, Sep 21
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$240 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$240
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $240 found 14 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 17
TUS
Tucson
ORD
Chicago
$289 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Tucson to Chicago, returning Sat, Jan 17, priced at $289 found 6 hours ago

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

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $131 - $704 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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, United
Roundtrip price
$165
Distance
1434 mi
Average flight time
5 hours 40 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 August. 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 $89 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?
Book cheap return tickets starting from $143 from Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). 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 TUS on August 6 2025 and touching down at ORD. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from TUS to ORD?
Search for direct flights from TUS to ORD in August to score cheaper tickets. You can find a one-way American Airlines flight for $72 leaving on August 20 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 July 10 2025 and remains unchanged.
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 TUS to ORD?
Right now, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from TUS to ORD is American Airlines. You can take off on this route from $72. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from TUS on August 20 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
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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