Journey information
Overview: Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL flight
Flights from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL depart on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $224 (€179) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by train.
There are 4 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:38. The fastest flight covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 1h 27m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $224 (€179) |
Flights per day 13 |
Direct flights 4 |
Fastest flight 1h 27m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$448
Average price
$637
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Flights per day
64
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL will cost around $637 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $448.
Of the 64 flights that leave Carlinville, IL for Chicago, IL onSat, May 02, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 02 the direct flights cover the 342 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Sat, May 02 the longest flights will take 1 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
AA192612:27 PM1h24St. Louis Lambert International Airport1:51 PMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
AA61908:03 PM1h37St. Louis Lambert International Airport9:40 PMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
AA31285:51 AM1h30St. Louis Lambert International Airport7:21 AMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
AA4185:21 PM1h34St. Louis Lambert International Airport6:55 PMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
UA57645:28 PM1h32St. Louis Lambert International Airport7:00 PMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
AA192612:27 PM1h24St. Louis Lambert International Airport1:51 PMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
UA44236:30 AM1h24St. Louis Lambert International Airport7:54 AMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
UA46019:21 AM1h24St. Louis Lambert International Airport10:45 AMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
UA4737:45 AM1h27St. Louis Lambert International Airport9:12 AMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
AA36222:33 PM1h28St. Louis Lambert International Airport4:01 PMO'Hare International Airport$4481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $224.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$353 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest |
4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL flight times
The table below shows live departures for Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL flights for today, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA4569 | 8:21 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h29 | 9:50 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1302 · UA617 | 8:46 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h18 | 5:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1302 · UA2865 | 8:46 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h06 | 2:52 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4135 | 8:54 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h28 | 10:22 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA4601 | 9:21 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h24 | 10:45 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA6213 · UA1388 · UA1517 | 10:14 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 12h06 | 10:20 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA6213 · UA1388 · UA466 | 10:14 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 9h51 | 8:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA6213 · UA1159 | 10:14 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h59 | 5:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4395 | 10:25 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h33 | 11:58 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3573 · UA1848 · UA4633 | 11:34 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 10h31 | 10:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3573 · UA254 | 11:34 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 9h04 | 8:38 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3573 · UA661 | 11:34 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h52 | 6:26 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3573 · UA1848 · UA1046 | 11:34 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h54 | 8:28 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1926 | 12:27 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h24 | 1:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2941 · AA1221 | 12:27 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 9h33 | 10:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4592 | 1:24 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h29 | 2:53 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA3130 · AA1312 | 1:29 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h06 | 9:35 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2958 · AA2279 | 2:12 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h10 | 7:22 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2958 · AA689 | 2:12 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 9h42 | 11:54 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3622 | 2:33 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h28 | 4:01 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1729 · UA2258 | 2:35 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h23 | 10:58 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1729 · UA2622 | 2:35 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h48 | 9:23 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4487 | 3:20 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h31 | 4:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA3287+ AA3917 | 3:38 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 7h07 | 10:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2881+ AA3917 | 3:38 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h35 | 9:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1517+ AA3917 | 3:38 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h10 | 11:48 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1221+ AA3917 | 3:38 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h22 | 10:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4521+ AA2043 | 3:42 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 7h05 | 10:47 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5541+ AA1328 | 3:43 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h38 | 9:21 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6399 | 4:30 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h40 | 6:10 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA6219 · UA1752 | 4:44 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h31 | 11:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6219 · UA787 | 4:44 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h01 | 12:45 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6219 · UA1338 | 4:44 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h43 | 1:27 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA418 | 5:21 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h34 | 6:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3502 · UA1206 | 5:25 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h12 | 11:37 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5764 | 5:28 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h32 | 7:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1770 · UA1141 | 5:59 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h58 | 11:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1770 · UA297 | 5:59 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h59 | 12:58 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2945 · AA1517 | 6:11 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h37 | 11:48 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2943 · AA689 | 6:55 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 4h59 | 11:54 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4580 | 7:09 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h31 | 8:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA6190 | 8:03 PM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h37 | 9:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 2 | |||||
AA2261 · AA2492 | 5:20 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 7h15 | 12:35 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2261 · AA2896 | 5:20 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h01 | 11:21 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3128 | 5:51 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h30 | 7:21 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5411+ AA1200 | 6:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h08 | 11:08 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1371 · UA2074 · UA1211 | 6:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h55 | 2:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1371 · UA2124 | 6:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 6h37 | 12:37 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1371 · UA584 · UA1564 | 6:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 12h57 | 6:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1371 · UA2417 | 6:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h45 | 2:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3621 · UA1875 | 6:15 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 7h00 | 1:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3621 · UA3541 · UA1046 | 6:15 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 14h13 | 8:28 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3621 · UA1168 | 6:15 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 10h02 | 4:17 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3621 · UA3677 · UA516 | 6:15 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 10h45 | 5:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3621 · UA2053 | 6:15 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h21 | 2:36 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4423 | 6:30 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h24 | 7:54 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA858 · AA1784 | 7:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h36 | 12:36 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2444 | 7:05 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h31 | 8:36 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1410 · AA2492 | 7:12 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 5h23 | 12:35 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1410 · AA1121 | 7:12 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 8h06 | 3:18 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA473 | 7:45 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h27 | 9:12 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4337 | 8:00 AM St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 1h37 | 9:37 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Chicago Air and Water Show, an exhilarating display of military and civilian aircraft performing daring maneuvers over Lake Michigan
- Lollapalooza, a massive music festival featuring top artists across multiple genres in Grant Park
- Chicago Gourmet, a premier culinary event celebrating the city's vibrant food scene with tastings, cooking demonstrations, and wine pairings.
- Millennium Park, a public park known for its modern art installations and the iconic Cloud Gate sculpture
- Art Institute of Chicago, a renowned museum housing an extensive collection of art from around the world
- Navy Pier, a popular entertainment destination featuring rides, restaurants, and lakefront views
- Willis Tower Skydeck, an observation deck offering panoramic views of the city from one of the tallest buildings in the Western Hemisphere
- Field Museum, a natural history museum with vast exhibits including the famous T. rex skeleton, Sue.
- Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer with vibrant outdoor activities and events
- Independence Day, spectacular fireworks and festive celebrations throughout the city
- Labor Day, a lively atmosphere with various festivals and pleasant weather.
- Museum of Science and Industry, an interactive museum featuring exhibits on science, technology, and industry
- Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Chicago, such as Wicker Park and Lincoln Park, known for their unique shops and eateries
- Take a river cruise to see the city's iconic architecture from a different perspective
- Attend a live performance at the historic Chicago Theatre
- Enjoy a day at Lincoln Park Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in the U.S., offering free admission.
popular airports
Popular airports from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are located in all terminals, including duty-free and brands like Hudson and MAC Cosmetics.
- Parking available with options including hourly, daily, and economy lots, approximately 2.85€ ($3) per hour.
- Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and intertiol. Top options include Tortas Frontera and Publican Tavern.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels such as Hilton Chicago O'Hare are located on airport grounds, with others like the Hyatt Regency nearby.
- Showers are available in some lounges, such as the United Club, but access may require a fee or membership.
- Lounges available, including United Club and American Airlines Admirals Club.
- Lost and Found located in terminal 1, near the baggage claim area.
- Car rental services are available at the Multi-Modal Facility, with companies like Hertz and Avis.
- CTA Blue Line, O'Hare Station, 45 minutes to city center
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