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Today’s best flight deals from Reno to Chicago

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Reno to Chicago

September 29 - October 20

Cheapest

RNO - Chicago

$291

$266

Round trip

October 20 - October 27

Best

RNO - Chicago

$340

$269

Round trip

October 6 - October 20

RNO - Chicago

$313

$275

Round trip

September 21 - October 20

RNO - Chicago

$279

$277

Round trip

September 28 - October 20

RNO - Chicago

$290

$277

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September 9 - September 15

RNO - Chicago

$301

$280

Round trip

September 29 - October 21

RNO - Chicago

$291

$290

Round trip

October 6 - October 21

RNO - Chicago

$308

$300

Round trip

July 7 - July 22

Earliest

RNO - Chicago

$275

$310

Round trip

July 8 - July 22

RNO - Chicago

$277

$310

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Reno to Chicago

A typical journey from Reno to Chicago takes about 15h 22m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration accounts for layovers. For travelers planning their trip, understanding this total travel time is key.
When looking for cheap flights from Reno to Chicago, fares are typically $297–$603, with a median of $377. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.
The cheapest time to fly from Reno to Chicago is often in January, with a median fare of $214. Other affordable months include February, where the median fare is $244, and April, with a median of $285. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices.
Most itineraries from Reno to Chicago involve connections, as only 4.9% of recent fares were for direct flights from Reno to Chicago. For the majority of flights, most itineraries connect at least once, typically involving 2 stopovers. This means you should factor in additional travel time for layovers when planning your trip.
The distance between Reno and Chicago is approximately 2698 kilometers, classifying this route as a medium-haul journey. This distance helps explain the typical flight durations and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Reno to Chicago

Regular price: $248 - $421

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

The regular price range for flights from Reno to Chicago is typically between $248 and $421. The current lowest deal is $266 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 29-Oct 20.

now $266

Low $248

High $421

The cheapest time to fly from Reno to Chicago

Flights from Reno to Chicago are cheapest in January, with a median price of $214. The most expensive month to fly is October, with a median price of $582. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $214

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $582

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Direct flights from Reno to Chicago

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Last-minute flights going from Reno to Chicago

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$269

$361

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$275

$310

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$277

$310

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$304

$311

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$273

$344

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RNO - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Reno (RNO) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$319

$360

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 27

$340  →  $269

21%

14 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 20

$313  →  $275

12%

7 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 14

$338  →  $311

8%

21 nights

Sep 29 - Oct 20

$291  →  $266

9%

Popular Airports to fly from Reno to Chicago

Reno - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent RNO to CHI fares are above the typical level, with a median price of $377.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Reno to Chicago, with a median price of $214.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights from RNO to CHI take 15h 22m on average.

The median flight duration from Reno to Chicago is 15 hours and 22 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 4.9% of recent deals are for direct flights, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Reno to Chicago historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Reno to Chicago appear frequently, averaging more than one per day.

Reno main airports to depart from

Reno–Tahoe International (RNO)

Cheapest

Reno–Tahoe International Airport is a good option for flights from Reno to Chicago.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$266

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub for flights to Chicago, offering many connections from Reno.

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

💸 Flights from ~$266

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport provides a convenient option for travelers flying from Reno to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$326

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is an alternative arrival point for flights from Reno to the Chicago area.

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

💸 Flights from ~$307

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers excellent proximity to Chicago with high-frequency flight options.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$371

South Bend International (SBN)

South Bend International is geographically the closest alternative to the Chicago area with easier security and parking.

📍 ~120 km from destination city (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$317

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Cheapest

Gerald R. Ford International is a major regional hub offering a wide range of cabin classes.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$303

Dane County Regional (MSN)

Dane County Regional is a reliable regional airport with consistent service levels and less congestion.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$348

Fort Wayne International (FWA)

Fort Wayne International provides stable regional service with multiple cabin class options for southeastern Chicago suburbs.

📍 ~230 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$335

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the best prices for flights from Reno to Chicago are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $329. Booking 0-6 days before departure sees an average price of $429, while prices for flights booked 7-13 days out average $687. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance typically results in an average price of $595.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Reno to Chicago is considered to be $297 or less. The median price for this route was $377 in the trailing 90 days. Approximately 25% of all observed prices for this route were $297 or lower. Prices above $603 were in the most expensive 25% of observations.

Historically, January, February, and April have offered the cheapest flights from Reno to Chicago. January typically has a median price of $214, while February's median price is around $244. April also shows a relatively low median price of $285. The annual median price for this route is $377, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.