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September 29 - October 12

Cheapest

ORD - Norfolk

$264

$208

Round trip

October 6 - October 12

Best

ORD - Norfolk

$286

$209

Round trip

September 29 - October 1

Best

ORD - Norfolk

$298

$210

Round trip

September 29 - October 14

ORD - Norfolk

$260

$214

Round trip

October 6 - October 14

ORD - Norfolk

$282

$215

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September 22 - October 12

Earliest

MDW - Norfolk

$239

$217

Round trip

September 22 - September 27

Earliest

MDW - Norfolk

$279

$218

Round trip

September 29 - October 6

ORD - Norfolk

$291

$219

Round trip

September 29 - October 5

ORD - Norfolk

$291

$219

Round trip

September 22 - October 1

Earliest

MDW - Norfolk

$263

$219

Round trip

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from Chicago to Norfolk

When planning cheap flights from Chicago to Norfolk, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $183. Following closely, May also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $188. Another favorable month for travel is November, where the median fare stands at $217, providing additional options for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from Chicago to Norfolk typically range from $306–$661, with a median price of $485. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a potentially good time to consider booking. However, only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging.

Most itineraries for this route are not direct; most itineraries connect at least once, with only 10.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 3. New deals for this route show up several times a week, making it worthwhile to monitor prices regularly.

A typical journey from Chicago to Norfolk takes approximately 23h 12m, including connections. This duration accounts for the prevalent connecting itineraries on this route, as direct flights are less common. The overall travel time reflects the need for transfers between the origin and destination.

The distance between Chicago and Norfolk is 1152 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively shorter travel distance, although the journey time is extended due to the high number of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Norfolk

Regular price: $213 - $426

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Norfolk is $213 to $426. The current lowest deal is $208 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 29-Oct 12.

now $208

Low $213

High $426

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Norfolk

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Norfolk is January, with a median price of $183. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $806. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $183

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $806

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Direct flights from Chicago to Norfolk

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Norfolk

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Norfolk

Chicago (ORD) - Norfolk (ORF)

Frontier Airlines

$431

$385

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Norfolk

Chicago (ORD) - Norfolk (ORF)

Frontier Airlines

$426

$372

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Norfolk

Chicago (ORD) - Norfolk (ORF)

Frontier Airlines

$423

$382

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Norfolk

Chicago (ORD) - Norfolk (ORF)

Frontier Airlines

$423

$372

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Norfolk

Chicago (ORD) - Norfolk (ORF)

Frontier Airlines

$427

$372

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Norfolk

Chicago (ORD) - Norfolk (ORF)

Frontier Airlines

$398

$372

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 1

$298 → $210

29%

3 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 13

$345 → $264

24%

4 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 21

$315 → $235

25%

4 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 12

$307 → $229

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Norfolk

Chicago - Norfolk route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Chicago to Norfolk are below the typical level, with deals around $208.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $183.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 23h 12m.

Flights from Chicago to Norfolk typically take 23h 12m, with 3 stopovers when connecting.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 10.8% of recent deals are for direct flights, making connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $208.

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines to Norfolk was found for $208 via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Deals for flights from Chicago to Norfolk appear regularly, with 0.3 deals per day.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Consider Chicago Midway for flights to Norfolk, offering a potentially cheaper option for your journey.

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

💸 Flights from ~$207

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International offers another departure choice from the Chicago area for your trip to Norfolk.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$256

O Hare International (ORD)

O'Hare International is a major hub providing options for your flight from Chicago to Norfolk.

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

💸 Flights from ~$209

Norfolk main airports to arrive at

Norfolk International (ORF)

Cheapest

Norfolk International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Chicago to Norfolk.

📍 ~10 km from Norfolk (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Norfolk used as alternative

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is a useful alternative due to its proximity and significant overlap in domestic carriers.

📍 ~135 km from Norfolk (reachable by car, but traffic through the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel can cause significant delays).

💸 Flights from ~$208

Raleigh–Durham International (RDU)

Raleigh–Durham International is a major regional hub offering extensive direct flight options and competitive pricing.

📍 ~250 km from Norfolk (approximately a 3-hour drive).

💸 Flights from ~$194

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National offers a high frequency of domestic flights as a major hub for American Airlines.

📍 ~290 km from Norfolk (reachable by car, but heavy traffic congestion in the Northern Virginia/DC area is common).

💸 Flights from ~$176

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Washington Dulles International is a primary international gateway with an extensive global network and long-haul options.

📍 ~320 km from Norfolk (reachable by car, but significant distance and unpredictable traffic on I-95/I-495).

💸 Flights from ~$171

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International is a major hub for low-cost carriers, often providing budget-friendly alternatives.

📍 ~330 km from Norfolk (reachable by car, but requires navigating through or around DC and Baltimore traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$88

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Norfolk

Norfolk, United States

40% AI deal score

$1,102

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Norfolk

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Chicago to Norfolk is typically 14-27 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this timeframe have an average price of $242. Booking within 7-13 days of departure sees an average price of $314, while last-minute bookings (0-6 days out) are significantly more expensive, averaging $679. For bookings made 28-59 days in advance, the average price is $608.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Chicago to Norfolk is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $306. The median price for this route was $485. Prices above $661 typically indicate a more expensive fare. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Norfolk are January, with a median price of $183, and May, with a median price of $188. November also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $217. The annual median price for this route is $485, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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