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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Chicago (ORD)

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Flight deals from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.$161 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.
Chicago.$190 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Chicago.$190 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Chicago.$190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Chicago.$190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Chicago.$200 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.
Chicago.$203 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $203, select.
Chicago.$210 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Fort Lauderdale International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $210, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Oct
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Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International

Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago O'Hare International.

Fort Lauderdale to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$161
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 26 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week139

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International 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 26 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Spirit Airlines fly direct from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International.
As of July 2025, there are 139 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Chicago O'Hare International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Tuesday, 29 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 26 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 O'Hare International 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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago O'Hare International.

Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is 3 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.

  • Each week, there are 61 Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, take the 07:00 Spirit Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:31 with Spirit Airlines.

  • Your FLL to ORD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.

  • With direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Chicago (and then other parts of United States) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:

  • American Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • United Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for FLL to ORD flights, with 83.6% of services landing as scheduled.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between FLL and ORD include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Indianapolis International Airport

    • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Right now, $95 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $161. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from FLL to ORD by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from FLL to ORD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.

  • Of all flights leaving Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, 73.74% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from central Fort Lauderdale, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to FLL? If you're boarding an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago

  • The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

  • O'Hare International Airport to central Chicago has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.

When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Chicago based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from FLL to ORD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Chicago, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to check off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Indianapolis is another favourite destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No trip is complete without seeing The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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