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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Chicago, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Chicago (ATL-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Atlanta to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Everything you should know

Our travellers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts
Avoid ATL's upper departures level for drop-offs.
Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago.
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 24% price drop
October
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
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Wed 29/10
ATL - ORD • multi-stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Wed 29/10
ATL - ORD • multi-stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Atlanta to Chicago flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Atlanta to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Atlanta to Chicago, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Tuesday is the most expensive. Flying from Chicago back to Atlanta, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is January, where tickets cost £104 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £151 and £149 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Atlanta to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Atlanta 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 week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Atlanta to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Chicago

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Finnair

Finnair's Wi-Fi is available on most aircraft, offering connectivity at reasonable speeds.


Finnair's Economy Comfort offers extra legroom for a small additional charge, enhancing comfort.

Read more about Finnairby Gabriel Leigh
British Airways

BA's Euro Traveller fares include a cabin bag, avoiding surprise payments during booking.


BA's cabin crew are professional and proactive, enhancing the flight experience.

Read more about British Airwaysby Duncan Madden
Airports
ATL

Avoid the upper departures level for drop-offs at ATL; it's chaotic. Opt for the lower level to save time.

Read more about ATLby Blane Bachelor
ORD

Take the CTA Blue Line from ORD to downtown Chicago. It's a 45-minute ride and avoids traffic.

Read more about ORDby Stefanie Waldek
Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Finnair

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on ATL

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Atlanta to Chicago

Low seasonJanuary
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (3% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Atlanta to Chicago

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

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Atlanta to Chicago flight route: Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, Virgin Atlantic, Air France, and Alaska Airlines.

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Atlanta to Chicago flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Atlanta 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 Atlanta up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to Chicago?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, +1 more

American Airlines, Delta, +2 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Atlanta to Chicago

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Atlanta (ATL)
O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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