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Chicago.222 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chattanooga on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 222 €, select.
Chicago.223 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chattanooga on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 223 €, select.
Chicago.223 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chattanooga on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 223 €, select.
Chicago.224 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 12 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chattanooga on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 224 €, select.
Chicago.230 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chattanooga on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 230 €, select.
Chicago.231 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chattanooga on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 231 €, select.
Chicago.231 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chattanooga on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 231 €, select.
Chicago.240 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chattanooga on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From 240 €, select.

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Chattanooga to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found222 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week38

Finding cheap flights from Chattanooga to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Chattanooga to Chicago is 222 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Chattanooga to Chicago.
United, GoJet Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Chattanooga to Chicago.
As of May 2025, there are 38 flights per week flying from Chattanooga to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Chattanooga to Chicago is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Chattanooga Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from 222 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago on Saturday, 7 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Travelling from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago.

  • Chicago is one hour behind Chattanooga, where Chattanooga Airport is located. Chicago runs on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). You can choose from 22 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CHA to ORD is the 06:45 United Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 17:36 with United Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your CHA to Chicago flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your journey at CHA and fly straight to O'Hare International Airport (ORD). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Chattanooga Airport to Chicago tickets.

  • Book your seat with United Airlines. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago.

  • The journey from central Chattanooga to CHA takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near CHA. Whether you have an early flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • When it comes to Chattanooga Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to Chicago

  • 92 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chattanooga Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket right now is 222 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.

  • Score cheap flights from CHA to Chicago by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Chattanooga Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from CHA to Chicago is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes around 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 55 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:

  • Follow your own route with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and see more of Chicago and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CHA to Chicago.

  • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your CHA to Chicago flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Dollar, Hertz and Budget make collecting a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Score the best price by reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.

  • Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago has touched down. Central Chicago is about 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.

  • If you use public transport, the journey will take you around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near RFD after your CHA to Chicago flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply give yourself time to settle into a new destination at:

  • Begin your trip without stressing about how to get to where you're going with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Budget, Alamo and National.

  • Rental providers sometimes offer promotions for early bookings, so book your vehicle from RFD in advance of your flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • Before securing your flights from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Chicago offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Chattanooga Airport to Chicago plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CHA to Chicago in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Chicago

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chattanooga Airport to Chicago:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are major attractions which should be on every Chicago itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are among the biggest draws.

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