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Cheapest return flight
£199
Typical prices: £229-£348
Delta
Sat 1/12Tue 4/12
SEA - ORD • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£206
Typical prices: £230-£349
Delta
Mon 31/12Sun 7/1
SEA - ORD • Direct
Advice from real travellers
American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding and free drinks for a small fee.
British Airways Euro Traveller includes a cabin bag, unlike some budget fares.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and others. Average duration is 4h 11m.
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £179 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Chicago (SEA-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Seattle to Chicago

Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec
Delta Logo
17:50 - 23:57SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 07mdirect
Delta Logo
19:18 - 00:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
£199Delta
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Delta Logo
07:20 - 13:30SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 10mdirect
Delta Logo
06:20 - 10:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 25m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
£203Delta
Thu, 31 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
Delta Logo
17:52 - 23:59SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 07mdirect
Delta Logo
14:25 - 17:05ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 40mdirect
£206Delta
Thu, 31 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
United Airlines Logo
13:02 - 21:29SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
13:17 - 16:03ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 46mdirect
£211United Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 24 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:48 - 23:59SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 11mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
09:01 - 12:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 59mdirect
£212Alaska Airlines
Tue, 15 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
09:12 - 19:00SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 00mdirect
£213Alaska Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
United Airlines Logo
13:16 - 22:59SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 43m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
19:55 - 22:43ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 48mdirect
£214United Airlines
Sun, 13 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
United Airlines Logo
05:05 - 13:15SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
19:42 - 22:32ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
4h 50mdirect
£215United Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:51 - 23:59SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 08mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:13 - 09:32ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
21h 19m1 stop San Diego
£216Alaska Airlines
Thu, 31 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
United Airlines Logo
13:02 - 21:29SEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
08:40 - 13:51ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
£218United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Return flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from £229 to £348. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £199 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at £183 return.
•August (£302) and June (£302) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to Chicago

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

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.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on ORD

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.

Key details for Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£119
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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.
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Flights from Seattle to Chicago: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Seattle to Chicago 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Aug 2026
Be prepared to have a very difficult time checking in if you are not technology savvy. I could not figure out how to check in. It made me scan with my phone to check in, but I couldn’t figure out how to do it and then an employer was there pushed buttons on the kiosk and printed up a boarding pass. Where did customer service go?! and then, we had to wait in a huge long long long line just to drop off the bag. Be certain you give yourself extra time for all of this chaos. Flying is getting worse and worse every time I fly.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines-Jul 2024
Budget if you’re planning on shopping for meals or souvenirs at Sea-Tac, it’s not cheap.

Your Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:06 and lands at 10:17
    • Latest: departs at 23:59 and lands at 04:10.

    The flight takes about 4h 11m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 4h 11m, covering 1,715 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from £229 to £348, with an average of £283 over the past 12 months. Anything below £229 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the £283 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £179 return via Los Angeles (LAX), compared with £284 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, with 58% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 14%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 14%.

  • Have flight prices from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £199 to £845. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £135, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £47 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £269 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £308, a difference of £39.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    4 airlines operate flights between Seattle and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 32m, compared to 9h 05m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 11h 48m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Seattle (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and United Center. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £269, about £39 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £183 return in that month – typically £119 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Los Angeles Airport (LAX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £179 return on this route – about £105 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Chicago?

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

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +2 more

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