What percentage of Chicago to Boise flights are direct?

Historically, direct flights from Chicago to Boise make up about 7.5% of all available flights. For those flights that do include stops, the median number of stopovers is typically two. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

How many hours is the flight from Chicago to Boise?

The direct flight from Chicago to Boise typically takes 3 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of 2307 kilometers. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 9 hours and 7 minutes. These durations are based on historical flight data for the route.

Are non-stop flights from Chicago to Boise worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Chicago to Boise typically come with a premium of about 23% compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $405, while connecting flights have a median price of $330. Direct flights represent approximately 21.7% of the available options over a 90-day period.

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September 21 - September 28

Cheapest

Best

ORD - Boise

$304

$235

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September 25 - September 29

ORD - Boise

$314

$247

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September 17 - September 21

ORD - Boise

$212

$249

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September 25 - September 30

ORD - Boise

$211

$261

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September 18 - September 23

ORD - Boise

$210

$261

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September 10 - September 15

ORD - Boise

$307

$263

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September 26 - September 27

ORD - Boise

$314

$265

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September 5 - September 11

ORD - Boise

$294

$265

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September 5 - September 13

ORD - Boise

$281

$265

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August 22 - August 30

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ORD - Boise

$291

$266

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Chicago to Boise: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Boise

A typical journey from Chicago to Boise involves fares that are typically $287–$762, with a median of $335 over a 90-day window. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only about 5% of recent fares from Chicago to Boise have been classified as a good price. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence for price changes.

When considering cheap flights from Chicago to Boise, the data indicates that November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $262. Other cost-effective options include May, with a median fare of $313, and April, where the median fare is $322.

The flight from Chicago to Boise covers a distance of 2307 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time due to the need for connections.

For flights from Chicago to Boise, a typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 14h 10m. This extended duration is largely due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, only 7.5% of recent fares are non-stop, and when connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Boise

Regular price: $253 - $462

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Boise is $253 to $462. The current lowest deal is $233 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 10-Sep 14.

now $233

Low $253

High $462

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Boise

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Boise is November, with a median price of $262. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $744. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $262

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $744

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Direct flights from Chicago to Boise

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Boise

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Boise

Chicago (MDW) - Boise (BOI)

$631

$495

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Boise

Chicago (MDW) - Boise (BOI)

$631

$490

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Boise

Chicago (ORD) - Boise (BOI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$415

$399

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Boise

Chicago (MDW) - Boise (BOI)

$540

$433

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MDW - Boise

Chicago (MDW) - Boise (BOI)

$630

$485

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Boise

Chicago (ORD) - Boise (BOI)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$458

$410

One-way

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

2 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 23

$630 → $475

25%

2 nights

Jul 20 - Jul 22

$631 → $480

24%

3 nights

Jul 25 - Jul 28

$574 → $442

23%

3 nights

Jul 23 - Jul 26

$624 → $517

17%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Boise

Chicago - Boise route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Chicago to Boise are near the typical level of $335.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $262.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 14h 10m

The typical flight duration from Chicago to Boise is 14 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $233 from Chicago O Hare International to Boise.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Chicago to Boise appear regularly, about every 30 days.

Chicago main airports to depart from

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

Depart from O'Hare International for flights to Boise, offering a convenient option for your journey.

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

💸 Flights from ~$207

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Choose Chicago Midway International for your departure to Boise, providing another accessible airport choice.

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

💸 Flights from ~$227

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Consider Chicago Rockford International for your flight to Boise, located further from the city.

📍 ~110 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$375

Boise main airports to arrive at

Boise (BOI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~6 km from Boise city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Boise used as alternative

Salt Lake City International (SLC)

Cheapest

Salt Lake City International is a major international hub with extensive flight options and high reliability.

📍 ~550 km from Boise (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$142

Spokane International (GEG)

Spokane International is a large regional airport with a diverse range of carriers and destinations.

📍 ~400 km from Boise (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$232

Idaho Falls Regional (IDA)

Idaho Falls Regional is a primary regional alternative within the state of Idaho with reliable service.

📍 ~270 km from Boise (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

Roberts Field (RDM)

Roberts Field offers strong connectivity to West Coast hubs and high popularity for its size.

📍 ~330 km from Boise (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$387

Tri-Cities (PSC)

Tri-Cities provides reliable regional service for the Tri-Cities area with good PNW connections.

📍 ~260 km from Boise (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$291

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Boise

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From ORD

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Jul 27

Boise, United States

67% AI deal score

$1,109

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Oct 22

Boise, United States

66% AI deal score

$1,207

From MDW

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Nov 24

Boise, United States

65% AI deal score

$1,503

$1,466

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Jul 06

Boise, United States

41% AI deal score

$1,879

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Boise

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Chicago to Boise is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $330. Booking 28-59 days out sees an average price of $588, while booking 60+ days in advance has an average price of $373. These trends are observed across a 90-day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Chicago to Boise is considered to be $287 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $335. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $762 or less. This threshold is based on data collected over a 90-day period.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Boise, with a median price of $262. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $313, followed by April at $322. The annual median price for this route is $335, based on data from a 270-day window.

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