Chicago, IL to Houston, TX flight with Spirit Airlines

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Journey information

Overview: Chicago, IL to Houston, TX flight

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Flights from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
938 miles (1511 km)
Average flight duration
3h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
$78 (€63)
Flights per day
26
Direct flights
9
Fastest flight
2h 50m
Cheapest month to travel
January
First flight
00:06
Last flight
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$376

Average price

$867

Fastest journey

2 h 37 m

Average duration

2 h 49 m

Flights per day

25

Distance

1512 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX will cost around $867 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $376.

Fast flights

Of the 25 flights that leave Chicago, IL for Houston, TX onSun, Jul 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct flights cover the 1512 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the longest flights will take 3 h 2 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.

Spirit AirlinesNK1270 · NK1146
03:18PM14h37
O'Hare International Airport
05:55AMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
$3761One-way
1 transfer
Spirit AirlinesNK1113 · NK1562
10:00AM13h25
O'Hare International Airport
11:25PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
$4031One-way
1 transfer
Spirit AirlinesNK1370 · NK1562
04:36PM6h49
O'Hare International Airport
11:25PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
$4031One-way
1 transfer
Spirit AirlinesNK1270 · NK1142
03:18PM8h31
O'Hare International Airport
11:49PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
$5441One-way
1 transfer
Spirit AirlinesNK1033 · NK1142
07:08AM16h41
O'Hare International Airport
11:49PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
$5441One-way
1 transfer

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €63, and a train costs an average of €165.

Distance: 938 miles (1511 km)

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Bus

€165

Average price

Cheapest

€346

Average price

€176

Average price

6h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 0m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

24h 34m

Average total duration

24h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

26h 19m

Average total duration

25h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Chicago, IL to Houston, TX flight times

Showing flights for today, Saturday, July 12
Last updated at 12:48 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
alaska_airlinesAS683 · AS4521:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
22h20
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS683 · AS4381:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
10h10
11:10 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS683 · AS3981:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
15h59
4:59 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1763 · NK17491:50 PM O'Hare International Airport
6h54
8:44 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS329 · AS4523:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
20h20
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1113 · NK11743:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
9h43
12:43 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1113 · NK15623:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
13h25
4:25 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS329 · AS3983:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
13h59
4:59 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS891 · AS3986:03 PM O'Hare International Airport
10h56
4:59 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS891 · AS4526:03 PM O'Hare International Airport
17h17
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS325 · AS3408 · AS4527:03 PM O'Hare International Airport
16h17
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport2 transfers
alaska_airlinesAS325 · AS3289 · AS4527:03 PM O'Hare International Airport
16h17
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport2 transfers
alaska_airlinesAS325 · AS2241 · AS4527:03 PM O'Hare International Airport
16h17
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport2 transfers
alaska_airlinesAS325 · AS2190 · AS4527:03 PM O'Hare International Airport
16h17
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA14947:12 PM O'Hare International Airport
2h55
10:07 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS407 · AS4528:09 PM O'Hare International Airport
15h11
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK23168:12 PM O'Hare International Airport
2h47
10:59 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport0 transfersDirect
spirit_airlinesNK1270 · NK11468:18 PM O'Hare International Airport
14h37
10:55 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1370 · NK15629:37 PM O'Hare International Airport
6h48
4:25 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS337 · AS45210:55 PM O'Hare International Airport
12h25
11:20 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS337 · AS43810:55 PM O'Hare International Airport
24h15
11:10 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
Sunday, July 13
spirit_airlinesNK2318 · NK114612:49 AM O'Hare International Airport
10h06
10:55 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA31441:22 AM O'Hare International Airport
3h02
4:24 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport0 transfersDirect
spirit_airlinesNK11802:10 AM O'Hare International Airport
2h49
4:59 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS942 · AS39811:00 AM O'Hare International Airport
17h59
4:59 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA122411:55 AM O'Hare International Airport
2h37
2:32 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS413 · AS142012:00 PM O'Hare International Airport
9h50
9:50 PM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer
spirit_airlinesNK1033 · NK114212:08 PM O'Hare International Airport
16h41
4:49 AM George Bush Intercontinental Airport1 transfer

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Popular airports from Chicago, IL to Houston, TX

Chicago
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The major airport for departures in Chicago is O'Hare International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at O'Hare International Airport for your trip from Chicago to Houston.
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ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
I-190, Exit 1
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are located in all terminals, including duty-free and brands like Hudson and MAC Cosmetics.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available with options including hourly, daily, and economy lots, approximately 2.85€ ($3) per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and intertiol. Top options include Tortas Frontera and Publican Tavern.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, toilets
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotels such as Hilton Chicago O'Hare are located on airport grounds, with others like the Hyatt Regency nearby.
Shower
Shower
  • Showers are available in some lounges, such as the United Club, but access may require a fee or membership.
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including United Club and American Airlines Admirals Club.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Lost and Found located in terminal 1, near the baggage claim area.
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Car rental services are available at the Multi-Modal Facility, with companies like Hertz and Avis.
Public transit options for O'Hare International Airport
  • CTA Blue Line, O'Hare Station, 45 minutes to city center
The major airport for arrivals in Houston is George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at George Bush Intercontinental Airport for your journey to Houston from Chicago.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
carConnection
Car connection
I-69, Exit 110
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and local brands like Houston!.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available, price varies.
Dining
Dining
  • Various restaurants in all terminals, including fast food and sit-down options like Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen and Chick-fil-A
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotels nearby, such as Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental.
Shower
Shower
  • Showers available in some lounges, access may require a fee.
Lounge
Lounge
  • Several lounges available, including United Club and Centurion Lounge.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Lost and Found located in terminal E.
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Car rental services available at Rental Car Center, accessible via shuttle
Public transit options for George Bush Intercontinental Airport
  • Metro Bus 102, Bush IAH terminal C, 23 miles

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