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BOS–CHI
Distance
1395 KM
Flight Time
2H 30M
Weekly Flights
120+
Fares From
$49
Carriers
UA · AA · B6 · WN · NK
Cheap Flights from Boston to Chicago — Compare Our Best Deals
With 120+ nonstop weekly departures across O’Hare and Midway, Boston to Chicago is a well-traveled business and leisure corridor. Browse one-way fares from $49, round-trip fares from $89, and compare United and American’s O’Hare schedules against JetBlue, Southwest, and Spirit.
BOS Boston ✈ CHI Chicago
One Way
$49
BOS Boston ✈ CHI Chicago
Round Trip
$89
Airlines with Flights from Boston to Chicago
This route runs nonstop to both Chicago airports across five carriers, giving travelers a wide spread of schedules and fare types.
| Airline | Base / Hub | Weekly Departures | Flight Time | Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | Chicago O’Hare (ORD) hub | ~35 nonstop | 2h 25m – 2h 40m | UA |
| American Airlines | Chicago O’Hare (ORD) hub | ~28 nonstop | 2h 30m | AA |
| JetBlue Airways | Boston (BOS) focus city | ~24 nonstop | 2h 30m | B6 |
| Southwest Airlines | Chicago Midway (MDW) base | ~22 nonstop | 2h 35m | WN |
| Spirit Airlines | Multi-hub network | ~12 nonstop | 2h 35m | NK |
Cheap Flights from Boston to Chicago — Direct Flights, Duration & Best Travel Time
Data-backed insights on the BOS–CHI route to help you book smarter and time your trip well.
17
Daily Flights
Feb
Cheapest Month
2h 32m
Avg. Flight Duration
Jul
867 mi
100%
Nonstop Flights
Insights About Flying from Boston to Chicago
Why Fly to Chicago from Boston?
Chicago pairs an iconic skyline and lakefront with deep-dish pizza, world-class museums, and some of the best architecture in the country.
01
The Magnificent Mile & Willis Tower
Chicago’s signature shopping strip runs alongside some of the city’s tallest buildings, including the Willis Tower’s glass Skydeck.
02
Millennium Park & The Bean
Cloud Gate, better known as “The Bean,” anchors a downtown park that also hosts free summer concerts and skating in winter.
03
Art Institute of Chicago
One of the country’s oldest and largest art museums, with an encyclopedic collection spanning centuries and continents.
04
Chicago Architecture River Cruise
A boat tour along the Chicago River offers one of the best introductions to the city’s landmark skyscrapers and design history.
05
Navy Pier & the Lakefront
Chicago’s lakefront trail and Navy Pier’s rides and restaurants make for an easy afternoon by the water.
06
Legendary Food Scene
From deep-dish pizza to Chicago-style hot dogs, the city’s food culture is as much a draw as its architecture.
BOS & CHI — Quick Facts
Boston Logan Intl
Distance to Downtown Minneapolis
Known For
Transit to Downtown
Time Zone
Eastern (ET)
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ICAO Code
Distance to the Strip
4
Known For
Taxi to the Strip
Time Zone
How to Find the Cheapest Boston–Chicago Fares
01
Book 3–5 Weeks Ahead
Fares on this route are typically lowest about a month out, especially outside summer peak.
02
Fly Tuesday or Wednesday
Midweek departures consistently undercut Friday and Sunday fares on this business-heavy corridor.
03
Compare O’Hare and Midway
Southwest’s Midway fares and the network carriers’ O’Hare fares can differ significantly — check both airports before booking.
04
Compare All Five Carriers
With United, American, JetBlue, Southwest, and Spirit all flying nonstop, price out bags and seat selection across each before booking.
05
Set a Fare Alert
With five carriers competing at high frequency, fares shift often — an alert catches drops the moment they post.
06
Avoid Peak Summer Weeks
June through August sees the highest average fares as summer travel peaks — shoulder-season and midweek travel run noticeably cheaper.
Frequently Asked Questions
Aim to book 3–5 weeks before departure for the best fares, and earlier still around summer and major holiday weekends.
Yes, United, American, JetBlue, Southwest, and Spirit all operate this route nonstop, with a typical flight time of about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Southwest flies exclusively into Midway, while United, American, and Spirit primarily use O'Hare, and JetBlue serves both — compare fares at each before booking.
Basic Economy and ultra-low-cost fares are the most restrictive. United, American, and JetBlue's standard fares offer more flexibility; always check fare rules at checkout.
Book 3–5 weeks ahead, fly midweek, compare both Chicago airports and all five carriers, and avoid peak summer weeks if your dates are flexible.
Yes — Chicago is on Central Time, one hour behind Boston, so eastbound flights lose a small amount of time while westbound flights gain it.
The Complete Guide
Everything to Know About Cheap Flights from Boston to Chicago
A Well-Served Northeast-to-Midwest Route
At 867 miles, Boston to Chicago is a well-served nonstop with roughly 17 daily departures across two Chicago airports and five carriers. It’s a mix of business travel and leisure trips between two major U.S. cities.
What You’ll Actually Pay
One-way fares typically start around $49 and round-trips from $89, climbing during summer and major holiday weekends. Comparing O’Hare and Midway departures usually finds the real best deal.
Read the Fare Rules First
Spirit’s ultra-low base fares often exclude checked bags, carry-ons, and seat selection. Tally those extras before comparing against United, American, JetBlue, or Southwest.
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