Are there direct flights from El Paso to Chicago?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 21.7% of flights from El Paso to Chicago were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from El Paso to Chicago?

The typical direct flight from El Paso to Chicago has a duration of 3 hours and 27 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 7 hours and 17 minutes. The direct flight covers an approximate distance of 1990 kilometers.

How much do direct flights from El Paso to Chicago cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from El Paso to Chicago have been approximately 10% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $391, while connecting flights had a median price of $356. Direct flights accounted for about 26.6% of the available options in the trailing 90 days.

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El Paso to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from El Paso to Chicago

For travelers looking for cheap flights from El Paso to Chicago, the data indicates that January is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $201. Other cost-effective months include December, with a median fare of $321, and April, with a median fare of $329. These figures represent the median prices observed for flights during these periods.

Fares from El Paso to Chicago typically range from $299 to $469, with a median of $384. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare can be challenging at present. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

Most itineraries for flights from El Paso to Chicago are connecting flights, with only 21.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that do not fly direct, travelers can expect to make one stopover. This means that while direct flights from El Paso to Chicago are available, connecting flights are more common.

A typical journey from El Paso to Chicago, including connections, takes approximately 3h 27m. This duration accounts for the median flight time across all observed itineraries, reflecting the common travel experience for this route. Non-stop flights also have a median duration of 3h 27m, while connecting flights typically take 8h 16m.

The distance between El Paso and Chicago is approximately 1990 kilometers. This places the route in the medium-haul category, indicating a flight duration that is longer than short-haul but not considered long-haul.

How much is a round trip from El Paso to Chicago

Regular price: $203 - $433

Prices for flights from El Paso to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from El Paso to Chicago is typically between $203 and $433. The current lowest deal is $176 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 12-Nov 10.

now $176

Low $203

High $433

The cheapest time to fly from El Paso to Chicago

The cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Chicago is January, with a median price of $201. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $460. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $201

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $460

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from El Paso to Chicago

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from El Paso to Chicago

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

$853

$581

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$389

$350

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$407

$347

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$506

$384

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (MDW)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$544

$467

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (MDW)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$488

$579

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from El Paso to Chicago

2 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 28

$853 → $385

55%

3 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 31

$802 → $389

52%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$802 → $390

51%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$829 → $514

38%

Popular Airports to fly from El Paso to Chicago

El Paso - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for El Paso to Chicago are above the typical level, with 7% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $201, followed by December at $321.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 27m

Direct flights from El Paso to Chicago typically take 3h 27m, while connecting flights average 8h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 78.3% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a deal at $176

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $176 from October 12 to November 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from El Paso to Chicago are frequent, appearing often within 30 days.

El Paso main airports to depart from

El Paso International (ELP)

Cheapest

El Paso International is a convenient option for flights from El Paso to Chicago.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a good option for flights to Chicago from El Paso.

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

💸 Flights from ~$227

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 ~$369

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From ELP

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Aug 31

Chicago, United States

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$4,018

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Chicago, United States

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$3,258

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From ELP

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Chicago, United States

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$3,328

$1,761

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From ELP

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Sep 20

Chicago, United States

81% AI deal score

$3,290

$1,761

Save $1,529

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Business Class

From ELP

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Sep 15

Chicago, United States

81% AI deal score

$3,275

$1,761

Save $1,514

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Business Class

From ELP

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Sep 06

Chicago, United States

81% AI deal score

$3,654

$1,970

Save $1,684

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Business Class

From ELP

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Aug 31

Chicago, United States

81% AI deal score

$4,018

$2,328

Save $1,690

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Business Class

From ELP

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Sep 16

Chicago, United States

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$3,203

$1,824

Save $1,379

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From ELP

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Sep 15

Chicago, United States

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$3,250

$1,825

Save $1,425

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

From ELP

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Sep 14

Chicago, United States

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$3,350

$1,852

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From ELP

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Sep 13

Chicago, United States

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$3,353

$1,852

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from El Paso to Chicago is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $337. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $476. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows higher average prices, at approximately $429.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from El Paso to Chicago is considered to be $299 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $384. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $469 or less.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Chicago, with a median price of $201. December also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $321. The annual median price for this route is $384, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings.

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El Paso to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from El Paso to Chicago

How much is a round trip from El Paso to Chicago

Regular price: $203 - $433

Prices for flights from El Paso to Chicago are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from El Paso to Chicago is typically between $203 and $433. The current lowest deal is $176 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 12-Nov 10.

now $176

Low $203

High $433

The cheapest time to fly from El Paso to Chicago

January

Cheapest

Flights from $201

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $460

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from El Paso to Chicago

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from El Paso to Chicago

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

$853

$581

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$389

$350

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$407

$347

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines

$506

$384

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (MDW)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$544

$467

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ELP - Chicago

El Paso (ELP) - Chicago (MDW)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$488

$579

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from El Paso to Chicago

2 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 28

$853 → $385

55%

3 nights

Aug 28 - Aug 31

$802 → $389

52%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$802 → $390

51%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$829 → $514

38%

Popular Airports to fly from El Paso to Chicago

El Paso - Chicago route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for El Paso to Chicago are above the typical level, with 7% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $201, followed by December at $321.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 27m

Direct flights from El Paso to Chicago typically take 3h 27m, while connecting flights average 8h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 78.3% of routes, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a deal at $176

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $176 from October 12 to November 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from El Paso to Chicago are frequent, appearing often within 30 days.

El Paso main airports to depart from

El Paso International (ELP)

Cheapest

El Paso International is a convenient option for flights from El Paso to Chicago.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Chicago main airports to arrive at

O Hare International (ORD)

Cheapest

O'Hare International Airport is a good option for flights to Chicago from El Paso.

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

💸 Flights from ~$227

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

General Mitchell International (MKE)

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

Chicago, United States

80% AI deal score

$3,353

$1,852

Save $1,501

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

Cheap Flights from El Paso to Chicago

Today’s best flight deals from El Paso to Chicago

El Paso to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from El Paso to Chicago

How much is a round trip from El Paso to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from El Paso to Chicago

Direct flights from El Paso to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from El Paso to Chicago

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from El Paso to Chicago

Popular Airports to fly from El Paso to Chicago

El Paso - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 3h 27m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a deal at $176

Deals are frequent on this route

El Paso main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

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Aug 31

Sep 16

Sep 14

Sep 20

Sep 15

Sep 06

Aug 31

Sep 16

Sep 15

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

When should I buy El Paso to Chicago tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from El Paso to Chicago?

What's the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Chicago?

Are there direct flights from El Paso to Chicago?

How many hours is the flight from El Paso to Chicago?

How much do direct flights from El Paso to Chicago cost compared to connecting flights?

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Flights to Chicago from other cities

El Paso to Chicago: Overview

Insights for flights from El Paso to Chicago

How much is a round trip from El Paso to Chicago

The cheapest time to fly from El Paso to Chicago

Direct flights from El Paso to Chicago

Last-minute flights going from El Paso to Chicago

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from El Paso to Chicago

Popular Airports to fly from El Paso to Chicago

El Paso - Chicago route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 3h 27m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a deal at $176

Deals are frequent on this route

El Paso main airports to depart from

Chicago main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago

Best Elite deals to Chicago

Sep 21

Aug 31

Sep 16

Sep 14

Sep 20

Sep 15

Sep 06

Aug 31

Sep 16

Sep 15

Sep 14

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chicago

When should I buy El Paso to Chicago tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from El Paso to Chicago?

What's the cheapest month to fly from El Paso to Chicago?