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Flight deals from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salt Lake City Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 162 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.161 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 161 €, select.
Chicago.162 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 162 €, select.
Chicago.176 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 176 €, select.
Chicago.177 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.
Chicago.178 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 178 €, select.
Chicago.178 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May, returning Wed, 3 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 178 €, select.
Chicago.182 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 182 €, select.
Chicago.209 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 209 €, select.
Chicago.209 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 209 €, select.
Chicago.216 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 10 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 216 €, select.
Chicago.239 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 239 €, select.
Chicago.261 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 261 €, select.
Chicago.321 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 321 €, select.
Chicago.335 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Salt Lake City on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 335 €, select.
Chicago.335 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Salt Lake City on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 335 €, select.
Chicago.336 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Salt Lake City on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Salt Lake City.Price includes taxes and charges.From 336 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salt Lake City to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from 177 €
Jun
from 162 €
Jul
from 178 €
Aug
from 182 €
Sep
from 161 €
Oct
from 321 €
Nov
from 336 €
Dec
from 337 €
Jan
from 379 €
Feb
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Mar
from 379 €
Apr
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Direct flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Alternative Salt Lake City to Chicago routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Salt Lake City to Chicago? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chicago Midway

14km from central Chicago
Closest
from 215 €
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Chicago O'Hare International

25km from central Chicago
Cheapest
from 161 €
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Chicago Dupage County

51km from central Chicago
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Chicago Rockford

126km from central Chicago
from 248 €
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Salt Lake City to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found161 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week344

Finding cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Chicago is 161 €. 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.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Salt Lake City to Chicago.
American Airlines, United and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City to Chicago.
As of May 2026, there are 344 flights per week flying from Salt Lake City to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago is usually September.
If you're flying from Salt Lake City 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 161 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salt Lake City Airport to Chicago on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 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, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago.

  • Chicago is one hour ahead of Salt Lake City, where Salt Lake City International Airport is located. Chicago observes the UTC-6 timezone.

  • With 61 weekly flights between the two airports, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:44. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from SLC to ORD is with Delta Air Lines at 20:45.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your SLC to Chicago flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like March, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • You can book a direct Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago ticket. Begin your journey at SLC and end it at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • Well-known airlines that operate direct flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago include:

  • The journey from central Salt Lake City to SLC takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel close to SLC? If you're boarding an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • 85% of flights departing from Salt Lake City International Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of SLC.

  • You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Chicago

  • 73 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago flight. A return plane ticket starts at 161 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SLC to Chicago.

  • Organise your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an epic deal on Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SLC to Chicago by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to ORD if you're coming in on a late flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from SLC to Chicago.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 30 minutes or so.

  • Following your SLC to Chicago flight, rest your head at a hotel near MDW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will save you money.

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

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Head to the city centre after your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago has arrived. Central Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get to by car.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you around 2 hours.

  • If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, choose a hotel close to RFD. Settle in at one of these stays after your SLC to Chicago flight:

  • If you'd like a specific model or make, booking early increases your chances of getting your first choice. Reserve your ride from RFD at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago.

  • The address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago. July is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • Before locking in your Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SLC to Chicago around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Chicago

  • Once you've booked your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Chicago, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and Willis Tower are popular attractions which should feature on every Chicago itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Chicago, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 451 kilometres southeast to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Indianapolis is another standout destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. No journey is complete without dropping by Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

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