Cheap flights from Tucson to Chicago

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Cheapest round-trip flights$309
AmericanNonstop4 hrThu, Jul 16 — Wed, Jul 22
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tucson to Chicago is currently $309
Cheapest one-way flight$165
Delta1 stop10 hrWed, Jul 15
The cheapest one-way flight from Tucson to Chicago is currently $165
Last-minute weekend getaway$459
American2 stops15 hrSat, Jun 27 — Sun, Jun 28
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Tucson to Chicago is currently $459
Cheapest business class flights$799
UnitedNonstop4 hrFri, Aug 28 — Sat, Sep 5
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Tucson to Chicago is currently $799
Fastest flight3 hr 33 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Tucson to Chicago takes 3 hr 33 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Tucson to Chicago is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically May.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $180–370
May
Most expensive
Typical prices: $380–495

Popular airlines from Tucson to Chicago

  • Southwest
    from $329
    Typical price: $345–600
    2508 weekly connecting flights
    TUS - MDWEvery day
  • American
    Nonstop
    from $309
    Typical price: $325–580
    14 weekly nonstop flights
    TUS - ORDEvery day
    846 weekly connecting flights
    TUS - ORDEvery day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $319
    Typical price: $345–660
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    TUS - ORDEvery day
    336 weekly connecting flights
    TUS - ORDEvery day
  • Delta
    from $329
    Typical price: $395–800
    143 weekly connecting flights
    TUS - MDW, ORDEvery day
  • Alaska
    from $433
    Typical price: $420–910
    21 weekly connecting flights
    TUS - ORDEvery day

Popular airports near Tucson

  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    TucsonUnited States21 min9 mi
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
    PhoenixUnited States1 hr 37 min101 mi
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
    PhoenixUnited States1 hr 51 min109 mi
  • Prescott Regional Airport (PRC) (PRC)
    PrescottUnited States3 hr 11 min185 mi

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    ChicagoUnited States27 min16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 25 min75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Tucson to Chicago

The cheapest flights from Tucson to Chicago are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $180 to $370.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tucson to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with American from $309. The cheapest one-way flight was with Delta from $165.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Tucson to Chicago is $329, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 5.
  • The cheapest American flight from Tucson to Chicago is $309, flying from Jul 16 to Jul 22.
  • The cheapest United flight from Tucson to Chicago is $319, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 29.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Tucson to Chicago is $329, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 26.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Tucson to Chicago is $433, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 23.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tucson to Chicago starts at $309 from Thu, Jul 16 to Wed, Jul 22. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $165 and departs on Wed, Jul 15.
3 hr 33 min is the shortest flight time from Tucson to Chicago.
Chicago's peak season is Jun–Aug. Popular events throughout year include St. Patrick's Day, when the river is tinted green (Mar 17); the Pride Parade (Jun); the Taste of Chicago culinary festival (Jul) and the Jazz Festival (Sep). During the holiday season (Nov–Dec), the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Christkindlmarket, a German Christmas market in Daley Plaza, draw crowds to the city.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Tucson to Chicago.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Tucson to Chicago really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Tucson to Chicago.

In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 14 nonstop flights and 846 connecting flights per week. American flies from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 2,508 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

Other popular airlines flying from Tucson to Chicago are:
  • United offers 7 nonstop flights and 336 connecting flights per week. United flies from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • Delta offers 143 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
  • Alaska offers 21 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Tucson and Chicago.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Tucson to Chicago recently found on Google Flights was with American from $309. The cheapest one-way flight was with Delta from $165.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Tucson to Chicago is $329, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 5.
  • The cheapest American flight from Tucson to Chicago is $309, flying from Jul 16 to Jul 22.
  • The cheapest United flight from Tucson to Chicago is $319, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 29.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Tucson to Chicago is $329, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 26.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Tucson to Chicago is $433, flying from Sep 17 to Sep 23.
American and United fly direct from Tucson to Chicago.
  • There are 14 American direct flights from Tucson to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Tucson to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tucson and Chicago at price $459 is offered by American from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
American and United fly direct from Tucson to Chicago.
  • There are 14 American direct flights from Tucson to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 United direct flights from Tucson to Chicago per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Tucson to Chicago on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Tucson and Chicago start at $309 from Thu, Jul 16 to Wed, Jul 22 with American.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Tucson to Chicago, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Tucson and Chicago start at $799 from Fri, Aug 28 to Sat, Sep 5 with United.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Tucson and Chicago start at $309 from Thu, Jul 16 to Wed, Jul 22.
To book business class trips from Tucson to Chicago, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Tucson and Chicago starts at $459 from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28 with American.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Tucson and Chicago at price $459 is offered by American from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Tucson to Chicago, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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