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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Fort Wayne Airport to Chicago? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $342. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chicago.$338 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.
Chicago.$338 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.
Chicago.$339 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
Chicago.$339 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 27 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $339, select.
Chicago.$341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.
Chicago.$341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.
Chicago.$341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.
Chicago.$341 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Sun, 9 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.
Chicago.$342 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul, returning Sat, 25 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $342, select.
Chicago.$366 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fort Wayne on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $366, select.
Chicago.$377 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $377, select.
Chicago.$381 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Fort Wayne on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.
Chicago.$439 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 28 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Wayne on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Fort Wayne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $439, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Wayne to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Direct flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago

Alternative Fort Wayne to Chicago routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Fort Wayne to Chicago? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chicago Midway

14km from central Chicago
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Chicago O'Hare International

25km from central Chicago
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Chicago Dupage County

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Chicago Rockford

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Fort Wayne to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$338
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 22 mins
Most popular airlineSkyWest Airlines
Average flights per week645

Finding cheap flights from Fort Wayne to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Wayne to Chicago is $338. 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.
1 hour and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Wayne to Chicago.
SkyWest Airlines, American Airlines and United fly direct from Fort Wayne to Chicago.
As of June 2026, there are 645 flights per week flying from Fort Wayne to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Wayne to Chicago is usually September.
If you're flying from Fort Wayne Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from $338.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Fort Wayne Airport to Chicago on Saturday, 5 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 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 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Travelling from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is one hour behind Fort Wayne, where Fort Wayne International Airport is located.

  • With 47 flights a week between the two airports, Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:50. If you're eager to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from FWA to ORD is with American Airlines at 19:32.

  • For a relaxed start to your FWA to Chicago flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

  • Direct Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago tickets are available for booking. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will be your arrival point.

  • United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago.

  • Travelling from central Fort Wayne to FWA takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Of the departures from Fort Wayne International Airport, 69% touch down on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Chicago

  • $177 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago flight. A return ticket right now is $338. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Lock in cheap flights from FWA to Chicago by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from FWA to Chicago.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from FWA to Chicago.

  • You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • The centre of Chicago is located around 16 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). After your flight from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.

  • The trip will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.

  • After stepping off your FWA to Chicago flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at MDW can land you a better rate.

  • You'll find Chicago Midway International Airport at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Step off your flight from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Chicago is around 145 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and usually takes 1 hour 40 minutes to drive there.

  • If you use public transport, the journey time is around 2 hours.

  • If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Check in to one of these stays after your FWA to Chicago flight:

  • If you prefer a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at snagging what you want. Secure your ride from RFD a few weeks ahead of your flight from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport's street address is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Chicago in January.

  • Lock in a Fort Wayne International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from FWA to Chicago around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Chicago

Explore more of the United States

  • Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Indianapolis, about 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are among its highlights.

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