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September 30 - October 20

Cheapest

SLC - Chicago

$237

$155

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September 30 - October 28

Cheapest

SLC - Chicago

$237

$155

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October 14 - October 20

Cheapest

Best

SLC - Chicago

$275

$155

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October 14 - October 28

Cheapest

SLC - Chicago

$257

$155

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August 25 - September 15

Earliest

SLC - Chicago

$214

$163

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September 15 - October 13

SLC - Chicago

$215

$164

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September 15 - September 16

SLC - Chicago

$254

$164

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September 22 - October 20

SLC - Chicago

$224

$164

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September 23 - October 20

SLC - Chicago

$224

$164

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September 15 - September 22

SLC - Chicago

$247

$165

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Insights for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago connect at least once, with only 18.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the median number of stopovers is 2.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago, January stands out with a median fare of $260. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median fare of $276, and May, where the median fare is $289.

A typical journey from Salt Lake City to Chicago takes 19h 10m, including connections. This reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route.

The distance between Salt Lake City and Chicago is 2020 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route.

Fares for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago typically range from $257–$515, with a median of $366. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and approximately 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Regular price: $196 - $330

Prices for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago is typically between $196 and $330. The current lowest deal is $155 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 30-Oct 20.

now $155

Low $196

High $330

The cheapest time to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago is January, with a median price of $260. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $614. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $260

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $614

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Direct flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago

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Last-minute flights going from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - Chicago

Salt Lake City (SLC) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$372

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - Chicago

Salt Lake City (SLC) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$410

$347

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - Chicago

Salt Lake City (SLC) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$374

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - Chicago

Salt Lake City (SLC) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$402

$374

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - Chicago

Salt Lake City (SLC) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$407

$374

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SLC - Chicago

Salt Lake City (SLC) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$407

$347

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago

6 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 20

$275 → $155

44%

14 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 28

$257 → $155

40%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

$254 → $164

35%

20 nights

Sep 30 - Oct 20

$237 → $155

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Salt Lake City - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Salt Lake City to Chicago are above the typical level of $366.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $260 for Salt Lake City to Chicago.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 19h 10m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago is 19h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 18.6% of recent deals for Salt Lake City to Chicago are direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $155

A recent deal on Frontier Airlines from Salt Lake City to Chicago was found for $155.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago appear frequently, about 1 per day.

Salt Lake City main airports to depart from

Salt Lake City International (SLC)

Cheapest

Salt Lake City International is a good option for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$155

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a major hub for flights to Chicago from Salt Lake City.

📍 ~27 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~$155

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport offers another convenient option for reaching Chicago from Salt Lake City.

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

💸 Flights from ~$262

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International Airport is an alternative arrival airport for your trip to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$286

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers excellent proximity to Chicago with high-frequency flight options and direct rail access.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$417

South Bend International (SBN)

South Bend International is geographically the closest alternative to Chicago, with direct commuter rail connections.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$285

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Gerald R. Ford International is a major regional hub, a good alternative for travelers on Chicago's eastern side.

📍 ~200 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$262

Dane County Regional (MSN)

Cheapest

Dane County Regional is a reliable regional airport, less congested than major Chicago hubs, with consistent service.

📍 ~205 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$210

Fort Wayne International (FWA)

Fort Wayne International offers stable regional service, an alternative for travelers in Chicago's southeastern suburbs.

📍 ~240 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$281

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $384. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to approximately $489. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price was even higher, at $644, across the trailing 90 days of data.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago is considered to be $257 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $366. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $515 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify a favorable deal for their journey.

Historically, January, April, and May have offered the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago. January typically sees a median price of $260, while April's median is around $276. May also presents a relatively low median of $289. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $366 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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