$127 Cheap flight deals from Fresno (FAT) to Chicago (CHI)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Fresno to Chicago

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Jun 20 - Thu, Jul 17
FAT
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
$415 Roundtrip, just found
$415
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jun 20 from Fresno Yosemite Intl. to O'Hare Intl., returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $415 just found
Sat, Jun 21 - Thu, Jun 26
FAT
Fresno Yosemite Intl.
MDW
Midway Intl.
$789 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$789
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jun 21 from Fresno Yosemite Intl. to Midway Intl., returning Thu, Jun 26, priced at $789 found 2 days ago

Airfares from $127 One Way, $225 Round Trip from Fresno to Chicago

Prices starting at $225 for return flights and $127 for one-way flights to Chicago were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 4
FAT
Fresno
ORD
Chicago
$225 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Fresno to Chicago, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $225 found 3 days ago
Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 4
FAT
Fresno
ORD
Chicago
$228 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Fresno to Chicago, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $228 found 3 days ago
Tue, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 7
FAT
Fresno
ORD
Chicago
$254 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$254
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Fresno to Chicago, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $254 found 6 days ago
Fri, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 23
FAT
Fresno
ORD
Chicago
$261 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$261
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Fresno to Chicago, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $261 found 3 days ago
Sat, Aug 30 - Fri, Sep 5
FAT
Fresno
ORD
Chicago
$269 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$269
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Aug 30 from Fresno to Chicago, returning Fri, Sep 5, priced at $269 found 2 days ago

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Fresno (FAT) to Chicago (ORD)

United • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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per person
found 1 day ago
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Jul 29 - Aug 2

4 night stay

Fresno (FAT) to Chicago (ORD)

United • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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per person
found 1 day ago
Convenience, close to shops, restaurants, etc.

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

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4 night stay

Fresno (FAT) to Chicago (ORD)

United • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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per person
found 1 day ago
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More About Flying To Chicago from Fresno

Route Information for Flights from Fresno to Chicago

Origin Airport IATA Code
FAT
Destination Airport IATA Code
CHI
Distance
1726 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Air Canada, United Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
7:53PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
7:53PM UTC

Fly from Fresno to Chicago

If you re planning to fly from Fresno to Chicago, you ll take a flight out of Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), located near California State Routes 168 and 180. After a flight of around four hours, you ll land in Chicago, with its influential architecture, powerful art and trendy shopping and dining. Whether you're visiting for business or pleasure, Chicago has plenty of enticements.

Attractions

Visitors will find plenty to do in the Windy City. Art lovers should check out the Art Institute of Chicago and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Take a walk along Michigan Avenue for views of Lake Michigan, and do some shopping along the way. Sports fans have seven professional teams to see here, and the Chicago Cubs Wrigley Field is as iconic as any Chicago landmark. You can sample some deep-dish Chicago-style pizza at any of the authentic restaurants scattered around the city, or see a Second City improv show.

Hints and tips

Flights into Chicago land at O'Hare International Airport (ORD), where you can rent a car, grab a taxi or take the CTA Blue Line train into town. Travelers who fly from Fresno to Chicago for the annual Chicago Blues Festival in June should expect high temperatures near 100 degrees. Winter visitors should bundle up for the lows in the teens and the brisk winds off of Lake Michigan.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Fresno to Chicago?
The good news is, there are. United Airlines and American Airlines are a couple of carriers that will take you straight from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport to ORD.
What is the shortest flight from Fresno to Chicago?
From Fresno, the thrilling sights and sounds of Chicago are at least 4 hours and 25 minutes away. Choose your favorite seat, or maybe even upgrade to one with a little more legroom, and travel to your destination in comfort.
What airlines fly from Fresno to Chicago most frequently?
United Airlines (UA) is one of the carriers with the most flights from Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). It offers 30 services each month on this route. Escaping on vacation is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and this carrier will get you where you need to go. Also explore the deals from American Airlines (AA). Offering 26 flights every month between Fresno and Chicago, they’ll ensure your journey is just as enjoyable as the destination.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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