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Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Austin

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chicago to Austin

August 18 - August 25

Cheapest

ORD - Austin

$222

$153

Round trip

August 18 - August 22

ORD - Austin

$238

$154

Round trip

August 13 - August 17

Best

MDW - Austin

$295

$157

Round trip

August 14 - August 18

ORD - Austin

$242

$159

Round trip

August 5 - August 21

Earliest

ORD - Austin

$190

$159

Round trip

September 3 - September 9

ORD - Austin

$290

$159

Round trip

September 9 - September 14

ORD - Austin

$303

$160

Round trip

September 12 - September 14

ORD - Austin

$310

$162

Round trip

September 5 - September 8

MDW - Austin

$242

$162

Round trip

September 12 - September 14

MDW - Austin

$129

$166

Round trip

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Chicago to Austin: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Austin

A typical journey from Chicago to Austin takes about 2h 56m, including connections. While a meaningful share of flights are non-stop, the rest connect once, with connecting itineraries having a significantly longer median travel time of 11h 56m compared to non-stop flights at 2h 56m.
Right now, fares for cheap flights from Chicago to Austin are above the typical level. Prices typically range from $149–$484, with a median of $271. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that current prices are higher than usual for this route.
For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Austin, the data indicates that March is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $131. Following closely are November, with a median fare of $133, and January, with a median fare of $136. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.
The route from Chicago to Austin is classified as a medium-haul journey, covering a distance of 1575 kilometers. This distance means you can expect a flight that is longer than a short-haul trip but not as extensive as a long-haul international flight. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive fares.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Austin

Regular price: $187 - $351

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Austin is $187 to $351. The current lowest deal is $153 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 18-Aug 22.

now $153

Low $187

High $351

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Austin

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Austin is December, with a median price of $121. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $427. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $121

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $427

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Direct flights from Chicago to Austin

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Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Austin

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Austin

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (MDW) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$460

$320

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$478

$293

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Austin

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (ORD) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$400

$254

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Austin

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (MDW) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$459

$253

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Austin

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (MDW) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$393

$262

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Austin

Frontier Airlines

Chicago (MDW) - Austin (AUS)

Frontier Airlines

$464

$292

One-way

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

4 nights

Jul 11 - Jul 15

$418  →  $268

36%

7 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 15

$393  →  $253

36%

3 nights

Jul 15 - Jul 18

$379  →  $262

31%

4 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 12

$308  →  $198

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Austin

Chicago - Austin route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares are below the typical level for Chicago to Austin, with 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $121.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 56m

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Austin takes 2h 56m, connecting flights take 11h 56m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

47.5% of recent flights were direct. Southwest Airlines offers direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines has offered 1 direct deal from Chicago to Austin recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Chicago to Austin are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O Hare International offers flights from Chicago to Austin, with prices from $159.

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

💸 Flights from ~$159

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Chicago Midway International offers flights from Chicago to Austin, with prices from $166.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$166

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International offers flights from Chicago to Austin, with prices from $253.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$253

Austin main airports to arrive at

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$154

Airports nearby Austin used as alternative

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International (SAT) is a practical alternative for Austin travelers due to its proximity.

📍 ~120 km from Austin (reachable by car, but I-35 traffic is frequently congested).

💸 Flights from ~$209

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is a major global hub offering extensive international connectivity for Austin travelers.

📍 ~230 km from Austin (requires a drive of approximately 2.5 to 3 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$82

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) is one of the largest global hubs with unparalleled route options for Austin travelers.

📍 ~300 km from Austin (long driving distance and potential for heavy Dallas-area traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$93

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby (HOU) offers numerous low-cost domestic options, primarily for Southwest Airlines passengers.

📍 ~260 km from Austin (significant driving distance from Austin).

💸 Flights from ~$93

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field (DAL) is a major domestic hub for Southwest Airlines, often providing competitive pricing.

📍 ~290 km from Austin (approximately 3-hour drive and subject to heavy urban traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$190

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Austin

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Austin

Historically, the best deals for flights from Chicago to Austin are found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $214. Booking 7-13 days out also shows favorable pricing, averaging $223. Prices tend to increase significantly when booking 14-27 days in advance, reaching an average of $353. Planning further ahead, such as 28-59 days or 60+ days, typically results in higher average prices of $264 and $311 respectively, across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Chicago to Austin is considered to be $149 or less. The median price for this route has been $271. Prices can go higher, with 75% of deals observed at $484 or more. Therefore, if you find a flight at or below $149, it is historically a very competitive price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Austin are March, November, and January. In March, the median price was $131, while November saw a median of $133. January also offered competitive pricing with a median of $136. The annual median price for this route is $271, indicating that these months offer significant savings.