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August 11 - August 15

Cheapest
Best

CLE - Chicago

$157

$117

Round trip

August 4 - August 5

Cheapest
Earliest

CLE - Chicago

$150

$117

Round trip

August 11 - August 13

Cheapest
Best

CLE - Chicago

$158

$117

Round trip

August 15 - August 22

Cheapest

CLE - Chicago

$144

$117

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August 29 - August 31

Cheapest

CLE - Chicago

$151

$117

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August 12 - August 13

Cheapest

CLE - Chicago

$143

$117

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August 5 - August 8

Cheapest
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CLE - Chicago

$161

$117

Round trip

August 18 - August 20

Cheapest
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CLE - Chicago

$155

$117

Round trip

August 6 - August 13

Cheapest

CLE - Chicago

$132

$117

Round trip

August 13 - August 18

Cheapest

CLE - Chicago

$151

$117

Round trip

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Cleveland to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from Cleveland to Chicago

For cheap flights from Cleveland to Chicago, fares typically range from $206–$575, with a median of $315. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to Chicago, the data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $139. Following closely are February, with a median of $172, and November, where the median fare is $174. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.
A typical journey from Cleveland to Chicago takes about 1h 36m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 492 km. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect at least once, with connecting flights having a median duration of 16h 48m.
When flying from Cleveland to Chicago, 44.5% of recent fares were for direct flights. This indicates that a meaningful share are non-stop, while the remaining itineraries typically involve 2 connections. Travelers should consider this mix when planning their journey and evaluating total travel time.

How much is a round trip from Cleveland to Chicago

Regular price: $114 - $341

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

The regular price range for flights from Cleveland to Chicago is typically between $114 and $341. The current lowest deal is $117 with American Airlines, for travel from Aug 11-Aug 15.

now $117

Low $114

High $341

The cheapest time to fly from Cleveland to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from Cleveland to Chicago is January, with a median price of $139. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $371. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $139

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $371

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Direct flights from Cleveland to Chicago

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Last-minute flights going from Cleveland to Chicago

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - Chicago

Southwest Airlines

Cleveland (CLE) - Chicago (MDW)

Southwest Airlines

$149

$117

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Cleveland (CLE) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$281

$205

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - Chicago

American Airlines

Cleveland (CLE) - Chicago (ORD)

American Airlines

$160

$117

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - Chicago

Frontier Airlines

Cleveland (CLE) - Chicago (RFD)

Frontier Airlines

$269

$211

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - Chicago

Southwest Airlines

Cleveland (CLE) - Chicago (MDW)

Southwest Airlines

$132

$117

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CLE - Chicago

Southwest Airlines

Cleveland (CLE) - Chicago (MDW)

Southwest Airlines

$146

$117

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$273  →  $117

57%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$263  →  $117

56%

5 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 13

$261  →  $117

55%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$258  →  $117

55%

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Cleveland - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Cleveland to Chicago are above the typical level at $117.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $139

Historically, January, February, and November offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 36m

Direct flights typically take 1 hour 36 minutes, while connecting flights average 16 hours 48 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Southwest and United offer direct flights

Southwest Airlines and United Airlines have offered direct flights on this route recently.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers a deal at $117

American Airlines recently offered a deal for $117 from August 11-August 15.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cleveland to Chicago are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Cleveland main airports to depart from

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Chicago.

📍 ~16 km from Cleveland (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Cheapest

Chicago Midway International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Cleveland to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$117

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Chicago Rockford International offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$195

O Hare International (ORD)

O Hare International is a major hub for travelers flying from Cleveland to Chicago.

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

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

General Mitchell International offers significant carrier presence and direct flight options for Chicago travelers.

📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$210

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Gerald R. Ford International provides a robust domestic network with legacy and low-cost airlines.

📍 ~250 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$212

Dane County Regional (MSN)

Dane County Regional is a reliable regional hub with efficient operations and good amenities for travelers.

📍 ~200 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$267

South Bend International (SBN)

Cheapest

South Bend International is the closest alternative airport to the Chicago metro area.

📍 ~120 km from Chicago (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$203

Fort Wayne International (FWA)

Fort Wayne International offers multiple cabin classes and solid connectivity for eastern domestic destinations.

📍 ~235 km from Chicago (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the best prices for flights from Cleveland to Chicago are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $194. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a significantly higher average price of $726, while booking 7-13 days out averages $469. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cleveland to Chicago is considered to be $206 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $315. Prices can range higher, with 75% of fares being $575 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly option should target fares around the $206 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cleveland to Chicago are January, February, and November. January typically sees a median price of $139, while February and November have median prices of $172 and $174 respectively. These months offer prices significantly lower than the annual median of $315. Planning your trip during these times can help secure a more economical fare.