On this page, you can choose and buy flight tickets from Philadelphia to Chicago. The 1,071 km route is a popular destination with about 84 weekly flights, providing flexibility in choosing your departure time.
Flights on this route are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and exploring ways to get to Philadelphia Airport and transfer options from Chicago airports in advance.
The table shows direct flights Philadelphia → Chicago on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 23 min. Regular flights are operated by American Airlines, United Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Departures from Philadelphia International Airport and Trenton-Mercer Airport airports, arrivals at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Philadelphia — Chicago by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 226 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 841 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Philadelphia → Chicago, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 489 | low | May | AED 582 | medium | Sep | AED 512 | low |
| Feb | AED 466 | low | Jun | AED 652 | high | Oct | AED 489 | low |
| Mar | AED 536 | medium | Jul | AED 675 | high | Nov | AED 582 | medium |
| Apr | AED 559 | medium | Aug | AED 652 | high | Dec | AED 699 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Chicago vary significantly throughout the year: the warmest month is July with an average temperature of up to 26.5°C, while in January temperatures drop to -5°C. Peak rainfall occurs in May and October, which is worth considering when planning your trip dates.
The lowest flight prices from Philadelphia are recorded in August — AED 226, as well as in July — AED 245. The most expensive month for booking at the moment is June, when the ticket price starts AED 841.
For the best balance of weather and cost, it is better to choose August or September, when prices remain moderate and the number of sunny days is at its peak. Avoid flying in June if your primary goal is maximum budget savings.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by 5 airlines, with American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines being the leaders in flight frequency. Around 84 direct flights are operated on this route weekly, making it easy to find a convenient departure time. A detailed schedule by day of the week and flight options from various carriers are presented in the list below.
Flights Philadelphia — Chicago depart from Philadelphia International Airport and Trenton-Mercer Airport and arrive at O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The estimated travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes, considering the distance between the cities.
The route is served by carriers such as American Airlines, United, Southwest, Frontier, and Alaska Airlines.
Yes, this route is served by a large number of direct flights — about 84 departures are performed weekly.
Arrival is usually at one of the city's major air hubs: O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Midway (MDW).
The most favorable fares are usually available when booking 4–6 weeks before departure. Check the current prices for specific dates using the search on this page.
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