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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Dallas to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Dallas to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Dallas to Chicago - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dallas to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost £113 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is £246 and £240 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 42 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Dallas and Chicago?

In normal times, American Airlines flies from Dallas to Chicago up to 13 times per day, United Airlines up to 7 times per day, and Frontier up to 2 times per day.

How many flights are there between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 21 and 26 nonstop flights that take off from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and land in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 2h 26m. The most common departure time is 07:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 165 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Dallas to Chicago?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport at 05:00 and will be landing in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 07:24.

What’s the latest departure time from Dallas to Chicago?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport jets off at 22:50 and lands at 01:18.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Dallas to Chicago

Low season

January

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (38% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.

When to book flights from Dallas to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Dallas to Chicago flights

  • Where are the children's play areas located at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)?

    Children can play at the McDonald's Play Area in Terminal D, which is close to Gate D8 if you are traveling with young ones. Children can play with foam sculptures in this area while their parents sit nearby and charge their gadgets.

  • Are there nursing rooms in DFW Airport?

    Mothers at DFW Airport can access the nursing rooms, where they can comfortably and privately nurse and change their babies. They are located airside at Gates A18, B40, C13/14, D36, E14, and E26. Mothers are given 30 minutes of free access to Minute Suites, which are private suites with sound-masking equipment and a daybed sofa.

  • Where can I rent a car at Chicago O’Hare International Airport?

    Chicago O’Hare International Airport is served by several rental car companies including Alamo, Avis, Budget, ACD, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Fox, National, Payless, SIXT, Routes, and Thrifty. Each company provides a complimentary shuttle service that runs around the clock and picks up clients at marked locations outside of the lower level baggage claim.

  • Where can I have a meal at O’Hare Airport (ORD)?

    Food concessions run on a variety of schedules. The dining option in Terminal 2 is Dunkin’ located airside near Gate F9. In Terminal 3, Dunkin’ is located airside near Gate H5 and McDonald’s airside on Concourse H near Gate H5. Vending machines are located throughout and are always accessible.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Dallas to Chicago?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dallas to Chicago flight route: American Airlines, Finnair, British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, Delta, and Lufthansa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Dallas to Chicago?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dallas to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dallas to Chicago?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Dallas and Chicago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Dallas to Chicago?

    There are direct flights from Dallas to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dallas to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Dallas to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Dallas to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Dallas is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Dallas to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Dallas with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Dallas to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Dallas up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Dallas to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to Dallas? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £200 or less one-way and £1,165 or less round-trip.
  • Volunteers who can assist you with general destination and airport questions, as well as issues like lost things, transportation needs, and money wiring, are available at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). They are close to Gate E14 in Terminal E, close to the baggage claim area.
  • At Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, pet rest spaces can be found after security, next to Gates A29, D18, and E31. In the vicinity of the terminal's short-term parking, on the opposite side of Gates A8, B49, D17, and E38, there are outdoor pet relieving spots. You can leave your pet for some pampering in the pet grooming section near the airport's north entrance while you explore the facility.
  • You can visit the multifaith chapel at O'Hare International Airport if you're looking for a peaceful setting for prayer. There are prayer mats, holy texts, ritual ablution (wudu) facilities, and rosaries that can be used. These areas are located on the mezzanine level, T2 landside, close to the USO Lounge, and above the Delta ticket counters.
  • After landing at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), you can freshen up in the showers in the Hilton Health Club, the American Airlines Admirals Club in Terminal 3, Concourse H, or the United Polaris Lounge in Terminal 1, Concourse C.
  • You can unwind after your flight in the yoga studio at Chicago O'Hare International Airport located airside on the mezzanine level of Terminal 3 close to the Urban Garden. A wall-mounted TV in the space features yoga poses you can imitate. There isn't a changing area, however you can change clothes in a nearby restroom on the mezzanine.
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Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth to O'Hare Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +20 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +21 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +20 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +21 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +20 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +21 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +20 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +21 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, +21 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +22 more

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
2h 24mDFW-ORD
directQatar Airways
2h 28mDFW-ORD
directAir Canada
2h 26mDFW-ORD
directJapan Airlines
2h 37mDFW-ORD
directAer Lingus
2h 28mDFW-ORD
directAustrian Airlines
2h 35mDFW-ORD
directEmirates
2h 35mDFW-ORD
directGOL
2h 37mDFW-ORD
directSWISS
2h 26mDFW-ORD
directUnited Airlines
2h 26mDFW-ORD
directFrontier
2h 39mDFW-ORD
directAvianca
2h 35mDFW-ORD
directCathay Pacific
2h 26mDFW-ORD
directQantas Airways
2h 29mDFW-ORD
directTurkish Airlines
2h 26mDFW-ORD
directFinnair
2h 31mDFW-ORD
directRoyal Jordanian
2h 21mDFW-ORD
directScandinavian Airlines
2h 28mDFW-ORD
directIberia
2h 27mDFW-ORD
directANA
2h 26mDFW-ORD
directBrussels Airlines
2h 35mDFW-ORD
directLufthansa
2h 35mDFW-ORD
directSpirit Airlines
2h 28mDFW-ORD
directBritish Airways
2h 28mDFW-ORD
directGulf Air
2h 27mDFW-ORD

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Dallas - Chicago Flights

Departure:

Dallas (DFW)United States

Destination:

Chicago (ORD)United States

Return flight deals:

Chicago - Dallas

Cabin classes:

£753
£4,355
£890

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