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Phoenix to Chicago Flights

Phoenix

Situated near the central area of Phoenix and just three miles from the city's business district, the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. Orbitz.com provides a wide range of choices for those who want cheap flights from Phoenix. With carriers like British Airways, Air Canada, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines operating out of the airport, you can find both domestic and international flights. The airport has four terminals, and it offers flights to more than 100 destinations.

Transportation to Sky Harbor

Do not forget to add transportation to your trip planner. The metro light rail has a stop located near the airport, and it only costs a few dollars to ride the rail. The airport provides its own shuttle, which makes a stop at the rail stop. You can ride the shuttle to any one of the terminals. Mayflower Cab, AAA/Yellow Cab, and Apache Taxi are also available. The taxis charge $5 for the first mile and $2.30 for each additional mile with a minimum of $15 per ride.

Airport Parking Choices

Sky Harbor offers four parking areas for those who drive to the airport, and these options include uncovered parking and parking garages. Long-term parking ranges in price from $9 to $11 per day, while the hourly garages charge $4 per hour or $25 per day.

Grab a Meal

If you have some time to waste before your flight leaves, you can visit one of the restaurants at the airport. These restaurants can fit any budget because there are cheaper places like Wendy's and sit-down eateries like Round Table Pizza and Paradise Bakery Cafe. With Orbitz.com, you can plan every detail of your trip. Not only can you find cheap flights from Phoenix but you can also look for rental cars, hotels, and things you need for your trip.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport is located on West O'Hare, approximately 18 miles from downtown Chicago. It has hubs for every major airline that offers flights to Chicago, including American Airlines, British Airways and JetBlue. The Chicago Midway International Airport is located on South Cicero Avenue, approximately 12 miles from downtown Chicago. Seven airlines service Midway airport, including Air Tran, Delta and Southwest Airlines. Orbitz.com searches flights arriving at both airports so you get the best prices.

Transportation from the Airport

Both airports offer public transportation via Chicago's elevated train system. The tickets cost $2.25, or you can purchase an all-day pass for $5.75. Taxi services are also available from both airports. Cab fares to downtown Chicago range from $35 to $45. If you want to rent a car for the duration of your stay, Orbitz.com can reserve a vehicle for you. Both airports have onsite rental car facilities.

Weather in Chicago

Summer temperatures in Chicago range from 66 to 84 degrees Fahrenheit, and the temperatures during the winter months range from 18 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicago is prone to heavy snowfall during the winter months, so most vacationers travel to Chicago during the summer. However, if you use Orbitz.com and schedule your trip during the off-peak travel season, it's easy to find cheap flights to Chicago.

Highlights and Attractions

Orbitz.com not only helps you find cheap flights to Chicago, but can also help you purchase tickets to the Sears Tower or make reservations for guided city tours.

Cheap flights from Phoenix to Chicago

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June

Cheapest weekend flights in June from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Fri, Jun 21 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $313
Return Sun, Jun 23 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines

Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Mon, Jun 3 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $276
Return Wed, Jun 5 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines

Best one-week trip in June from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Jun 4 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $287
Return Tue, Jun 11 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines
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July

Cheapest weekend flights in July from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Thu, Jul 4 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (ORD) US Airways $346
Return Mon, Jul 8 Chicago (ORD) Phoenix (PHX) US Airways

Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Wed, Jul 3 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $264
Return Thu, Jul 11 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines

Best one-week trip in July from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Wed, Jul 3 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $276
Return Wed, Jul 10 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines
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August

Cheapest weekend flights in August from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Thu, Aug 22 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $264
Return Sun, Aug 25 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines

Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Wed, Aug 21 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $264
Return Wed, Sep 4 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines

Best one-week trip in August from Phoenix to Chicago

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Wed, Aug 21 Phoenix (PHX) Chicago (MDW) Frontier Airlines $264
Return Wed, Aug 28 Chicago (MDW) Phoenix (PHX) Frontier Airlines
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Airports in Phoenix AZ, US
map of airports in Phoenix
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    Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)

    Distance from City Center: 3.9 miles

    Terminals and carriers for flights from PHX to CHI

    Terminal Carriers
    Terminal 2 United Airlines
    Terminal 3 American Airlines
    Terminal 4 US Airways
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    Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)

    Distance from City Center: 25.9 miles

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Airports in Chicago IL, US
map of airports in Chicago
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    Midway Airport (MDW)

    Distance from City Center: 9.5 miles

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    O'Hare Airport (ORD)

    Distance from City Center: 15.1 miles

    Terminals and carriers for flights from PHX to ORD

    Terminal Carriers
    Terminal 1 United Airlines
    Terminal 2 US Airways
    Terminal 3 American Airlines
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Aircraft Options

Aircraft options between Phoenix and Chicago

Equipment Carrier
Boeing 737-700 Passenger United Airlines
Boeing 757-200 Passenger United Airlines
Boeing 737-900 Passenger United Airlines
Airbus Industrie A319 United Airlines
Boeing 737-800 Passenger United Airlines, American Airlines
McDonnell Douglas MD-80 American Airlines
McDonnell Douglas MD-83 American Airlines
Airbus Industrie A320 US Airways, United Airlines
Airbus Industrie A321 US Airways
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Flight facts

    • 11 direct flights are operating from Phoenix to Chicago today.
    • Today's average time for a direct flight is 3h 22m.
    • American Airlines flight 374 (1:00 AM GMT, McDonnell Douglas MD-83) is today's earliest available flight from Phoenix to Chicago.
    • US Airways flight 9 (1:40 PM GMT, Airbus Industrie A321) is today's latest available flight from Phoenix to Chicago.
    • Today's shortest direct flight from Phoenix to Chicago (US Airways flight 7, Airbus Industrie A321) takes 3h 17m.
    • Today's longest direct flight from Phoenix to Chicago (American Airlines flight 1092, McDonnell Douglas MD-83) takes 3h 30m.
    • Flights from Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA), Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) to Midway Airport (MDW), O'Hare Airport (ORD) are available for this route.

Cheap airline tickets from Phoenix to Chicago

Airline Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip
airline logo Frontier Airlines PHX CHI Thu, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 9 $264
airline logo Spirit Airlines PHX CHI Sat, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 6 $320
airline logo United Airlines PHX CHI Wed, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 17 $334
airline logo American Airlines PHX CHI Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 14 $346
airline logo US Airways PHX CHI Tue, Jun 25 - Thu, Jul 11 $346
Delta Airlines Delta Air Lines PHX CHI Tue, Jun 18 - Tue, Jul 9 $359
airline logo Alaska Airlines PHX CHI Thu, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 22 $649

Daily flight schedule for Sun, May 19, 2013

Carrier Flight # Departing Arriving Aircraft Flight time
Airport Time Airport Time
United Airlines UA656 PHX 5:35 AM ORD 11:00 AM 319 3hr 25min
American Airlines AA1324 PHX 6:00 AM ORD 11:25 AM M80 3hr 25min
US Airways US1 PHX 7:45 AM ORD 1:03 PM 320 3hr 18min
American Airlines AA1092 PHX 9:15 AM ORD 2:45 PM M83 3hr 30min
US Airways US3 PHX 10:15 AM ORD 3:37 PM 321 3hr 22min
American Airlines AA350 PHX 11:10 AM ORD 4:35 PM M83 3hr 25min
United Airlines UA601 PHX 11:55 AM ORD 5:15 PM 320 3hr 20min
US Airways US5 PHX 12:20 PM ORD 5:41 PM 320 3hr 21min
American Airlines AA510 PHX 1:45 PM ORD 7:10 PM M80 3hr 25min
United Airlines UA514 PHX 2:48 PM ORD 8:10 PM 320 3hr 22min
US Airways US7 PHX 3:10 PM ORD 8:27 PM 321 3hr 17min
US Airways US899 PHX 6:40 PM ORD 11:57 PM 321 3hr 17min
US Airways US11 PHX 11:59 PM ORD 5:13 AM 321 3hr 14min