Trade the Lone Star State for the Great Lakes region with a flight on Southwest Airlines. Southwest has flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Chicago O’Hare International Airport, making it easier to plan your next Second City getaway. If you have flexible travel dates, explore our Low Fare Calendar to find an array of low fares within your travel window. Make the most of your reservation with package deals on flights, hotels, rental cars, and more from Southwest Vacations®.
Pack your bags—the hustle and bustle of the City of the Big Shoulders is waiting!
Austin, TX to Chicago (O'Hare), IL
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| Departing from | Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) |
| Average flight time | 2 hours 40 minutes |
| Distance | 977 miles |
| 71† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 2‡ | Nonstop flights per day Monday through Friday |
| 1‡ | Nonstop flight on Saturday |
| 2‡ | Nonstop flights on Sunday |
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View our interactive map†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 12/1/2023 and 12/31/2023. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 12/1/2023 and 12/31/2023.
When you start your Chicago adventure by arriving at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, you’re just a Blue Line ride away from everything the city has to offer. The CTA has trains and buses that can take you nearly everywhere you want to go during your visit if you choose to use public transit, but renting a car is just as easy.
The neighborhoods nearest the airport of your arrival are largely residential, but spend enough time exploring and you’ll find that each of Chicago’s 77 designated neighborhoods have hidden gems. Bungalow Belts abound across the city and make for fantastic self-directed sightseeing for lovers of Arts and Crafts architecture. If you’d prefer to take in the iconic skyscrapers of the Loop, consider heading downtown for a boat-based architecture tour on the Chicago River. The river itself is a marvel: In the late 1880s, civil engineers successfully reversed the river’s flow from emptying into Lake Michigan to protect and preserve the city’s supply of freshwater.
The lakefront is a favorite destination for visitors and Chicagoans alike. Navy Pier is a popular draw, especially during warm months when the iconic Ferris wheel is in operation. Further south along the lake you’ll find the Grant Park and the Museum Campus, home to the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Field Museum of Natural History, and the popular spot for outdoor events Northerly Island. There’s so much to explore on the lakefront it’ll be impossible to pack it all into one trip—you’ll have to give the Second City another try.
One child over 14 days and under two (2) years of age, not occupying a seat, may be carried free of charge when traveling with an adult (12 years of age or older). Learn more.
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1First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
2Fare difference may apply.
3Failure to cancel a reservation at least 10 minutes prior to departure may result in forfeited Travel Funds.
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