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September 9 - September 16

Cheapest

ORD - Austin

$180

$169

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November 4 - November 11

ORD - Austin

$192

$170

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September 15 - September 30

ORD - Austin

$267

$184

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September 15 - October 14

ORD - Austin

$261

$185

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September 8 - September 15

ORD - Austin

$180

$187

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September 15 - September 22

ORD - Austin

$306

$187

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November 4 - November 7

ORD - Austin

$198

$187

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November 4 - November 9

ORD - Austin

$196

$187

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November 7 - November 10

ORD - Austin

$198

$187

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August 4 - August 11

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Earliest

MDW - Austin

$268

$194

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Insights for flights from Chicago to Austin

A typical journey from Chicago to Austin takes about 5h 59m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once, contributing to this overall travel time. This route covers a distance of 1575 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Austin, fares right now are typically $131–$341, with a median of $186. Currently, prices are above the typical level for this route. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Austin, the data indicates that March is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $131. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $133, followed closely by January at a median of $136. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Austin

Regular price: $128 - $356

Prices for flights from Chicago to Austin are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Austin is typically between $128 and $356. The current lowest deal is $169 with American Airlines, for travel from Sep 9-Sep 16.

now $169

Low $128

High $356

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Austin

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Austin is March, with a median price of $131. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $427. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $131

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $427

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Direct flights from Chicago to Austin

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Austin

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Austin

Chicago (MDW) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$404

$264

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

American Airlines

$399

$309

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

American Airlines

$400

$309

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

United Airlines

$482

$309

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

American Airlines

$479

$346

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

American Airlines

$428

$346

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Austin

3 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 24

$673 → $402

40%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$680 → $419

38%

4 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 26

$627 → $380

39%

4 nights

Jun 25 - Jun 29

$550 → $322

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Austin

Chicago - Austin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Chicago to Austin are above the typical level, with 4% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices.

Historically, March, November, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 5h 59m.

The median flight duration from Chicago to Austin is 5 hours and 59 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights.

About 64.6% of recent deals are for direct flights; connecting flights typically have 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights.

American Airlines is one of the carriers that historically offer direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Chicago to Austin are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport offers the cheapest flights from Chicago to Austin.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport is another option for flights from Chicago to Austin.

📍 ~15 km from Chicago (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is an alternative departure point for your trip to Austin.

📍 ~110 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$286

Austin main airports to arrive at

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Fly into Austin–Bergstrom International for convenient access to Austin and surrounding areas.

📍 ~10 km from Austin city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Airports nearby Austin used as alternative

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and robust flight schedule.

📍 ~120 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$210

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is a major global hub, often providing more competitive pricing for long-haul flights.

📍 ~230 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$86

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby is a primary hub for Southwest Airlines, offering numerous domestic alternatives and is generally easier to navigate.

📍 ~240 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$86

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Dallas/Fort Worth International is one of the world's largest hubs with unparalleled global connectivity.

📍 ~290 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$87

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is a major domestic hub, particularly for Southwest Airlines, and is more manageable than DFW.

📍 ~300 km from Austin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$160

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Austin

Austin, United States

38% AI deal score

$1,616

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

Historically, booking flights from Chicago to Austin within 0-6 days of departure typically yields the lowest average prices, around $214. Prices tend to increase for bookings made 7-13 days out, averaging $223. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 14-27 days in advance show an average price of $353, while bookings made 60+ days out average $311. Across the trailing quarter, the best prices were found very close to the departure date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Chicago to Austin is considered to be $131 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $186. Prices above $341 are typically in the more expensive range for this route. By comparing prices to these historical benchmarks, travelers can identify favorable deals.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Austin, with a median price of $131. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $133. January shows a median price of $136. The annual median price for this route is $186, indicating that these months offer prices significantly below the yearly average.

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