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

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost £174 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is £335 and £327 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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 56 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Seattle and Chicago?

In normal times, Alaska Airlines flies from Seattle to Chicago up to 9 times per day, United Airlines up to 6 times per day, and Delta up to 5 times per day.

How many flights are there between Seattle and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 20 and 27 nonstop flights that take off from Seattle and land in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with an average flight time of 4h 05m. The most common departure time is 10:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 169 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Seattle 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 Seattle to Chicago?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Seattle at 00:25 and will be landing in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at 06:21.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport jets off at 23:59 and lands at 06:11.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Seattle to Chicago

Low season

January

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (32% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Seattle to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle 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 Seattle to Chicago flights

  • Are there any attractions at Chicago O’Hare Airport?

    Yes, Chicago O’Hare Airport has several attractions, such as the Brachiosaurus Dinosaur, the Butch O'Hare Exhibit, the Hall of Flags, a light sculpture, an urban garden, painted benches, and a yoga room. If you need to spend the night at the airport, the CDA provides a cot, a pillow, and a passenger amenity kit with toiletries.

  • What's travel options are available from Chicago O’Hare Airport to Downtown Chicago?

    The CTA blue line L train offers a quick and convenient transportation option that'll take about 45min from O’Hare Airport. At the airport, you can take the blue line from Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Follow the "CTA Trains" signs to get there. It's a short distance from the baggage claim area. If you'd rather travel by bus, the shuttle pickup point is located outside the baggage claim at all terminals. Alternatively, you can use the Airport Supersaver, also in the same location, but allows more luggage. If a taxi sounds more like your preferred travel option, taxi stands are located outside the terminals.

  • Are there any hotels at Chicago O’Hare Airport?

    You can stay at the Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel. It's directly across Terminal 1, 2, and 3 and within walking distance through the underground walkways or the Airport Transit System from Terminal 5.

  • Are there restaurants at Seattle-Tacoma Airport?

    If you arrive early at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport and need to grab a bite, you'll find several restaurants, including McDonald's, Beecher's Handmade Cheese, Hachi-Ko, Starbucks, Caffe D'arte, and Dish D'Lish, among others.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Seattle to Chicago flight route: American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, United Airlines, and Lufthansa.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Seattle to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Seattle to Chicago?

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

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

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chicago to Seattle? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £214 or less one-way.
  • If you're planning to travel out of Seattle into Chicago, you can book your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The airport is about 13 miles away from Seattle city center. You can easily get there through the Link Light Rail that departs from Westlake Station in Downtown Seattle about every 15min.
  • Chicago has two major airports to choose from for your arrival, Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Chicago O'Hare International Airport is the largest of the two and the most popular, but Chicago Midway International Airport is closer to Chicago’s city center. MDW is about 12 miles away, while ORD is about 18 miles away from Downtown Chicago.
  • Airlines offering non-stop flights from Seattle to Chicago include Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. Spirit Airlines offers connecting flights with one or two layovers.
  • Seattle-Tacoma Airport has lounging areas if you get there early and need to relax for a while before boarding your flight. These lounges include the Club SEA that charges about $45, Trail Head BBQ Bar, and the Centurion Lounge.
  • Seattle-Tacoma Airport is the main hub for Alaska Airlines, as its headquarters are close by. It's also a hub for Delta Air Lines and happens to be its international gateway to Asia. Chicago O’Hare is the hub for American Airlines and United Airlines and the focus city for Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines.
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a children's play area with nursing rooms and suites. If you call ahead, you can get wheelchair assistance, special dietary needs, medical storage, and specific seat arrangements. Chicago O'Hare International Airport also offers similar services.
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Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Chicago?

Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to O'Hare Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +17 more

Aer Lingus, Air Tahiti Nui, +18 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +20 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +20 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +20 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +20 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +21 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +18 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +19 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +18 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +19 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +21 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +18 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +19 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +21 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +18 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +19 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Air France, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Aer Lingus, Air France, +20 more

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One-way flight deals

directAmerican Airlines
4h 00mSEA-ORD
directQatar Airways
4h 00mSEA-ORD
directAer Lingus
4h 00mSEA-ORD
directAustrian Airlines
4h 02mSEA-ORD
directAir France
4h 11mSEA-ORD
directEmirates
4h 06mSEA-ORD
directDelta
4h 04mSEA-ORD
directSWISS
4h 02mSEA-ORD
directUnited Airlines
3h 56mSEA-ORD
directAlaska Airlines
4h 10mSEA-ORD
directAvianca
4h 06mSEA-ORD
directTurkish Airlines
4h 06mSEA-ORD
directFinnair
4h 11mSEA-ORD
directRoyal Jordanian
4h 00mSEA-ORD
directIberia
4h 00mSEA-ORD
directKorean Air
3h 55mSEA-ORD
directAir Tahiti Nui
4h 10mSEA-ORD
directMalaysia Airlines
4h 01mSEA-ORD
directBrussels Airlines
4h 06mSEA-ORD
directLufthansa
4h 02mSEA-ORD
directSingapore Airlines
4h 10mSEA-ORD
directBritish Airways
4h 01mSEA-ORD
directGulf Air
4h 04mSEA-ORD

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Seattle - Chicago Flights

Departure:

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Destination:

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Return flight deals:

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Cabin classes:

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