Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago from $36

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (FLL-CHI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Frontier Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $36 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. FLL to ORD on Wed, Sep 23), while Frontier Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $60 departing on Wed, Sep 2 and returning on Wed, Sep 9.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago with the following airlines, including: Frontier Airlines Jetblue Airways United Airlines American Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (CHI) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 22 minutes to fly from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (CHI).

• When is the best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 32 flight per week flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: American Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AA1443 (12:29)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  To find best deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Sep 23, with one-way flights priced at just $36.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Frontier Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chicago travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (CHI) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on?

  After crunching the numbers on our August flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on August 26, 2026 with Frontier Airlines, with prices starting at $78.

• Which airports can I fly to for Chicago from Fort Lauderdale?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chicago, with Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport (FLL-ORD) is by far the most common option on this route: O'Hare International Airport (ORD) Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD).

• Is there any time difference between Fort Lauderdale and Chicago?

  The time difference between Chicago and Fort Lauderdale is 1h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is $137. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago is $212. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago on Trip.com?

  Enter Fort Lauderdale and Chicago, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Fort Lauderdale to Chicago route?

  Jetblue Airways and Frontier Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Chicago. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.