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Art Institute Of Chicago
One of the world’s leading art museums, famous for Impressionist masterpieces, American art, and major special exhibitions.
Flights from Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL depart on average 52 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $170 (€139) but you can travel from only $108 (€88) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 00:10, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 674 miles (1085 km) distance in 4h 59m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 674 miles (1085 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $170 (€139) |
Flights per day 52 |
Fastest flight 4h 59m |
First flight 12:10 AM |
Last flight 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$388
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Flights per day
6
Distance
1085 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Jackson, MS 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 Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL will cost around $388 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 6 flights that leave Jackson, MS for Chicago, IL onTue, Jul 07, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct flights cover the 1085 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the longest flights will take 7 h 31 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $118. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $118, and a flight costs an average of $170.
Distance: 674 miles (1085 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$412 Average price | $207 Average price Cheapest | $230 Average price | $149 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 2m Average total duration 15h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 52m Average total duration 19h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL:
A train is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL costing on average $230 (€189).
A train is $205 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL costing on average $412 (€339).
Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 32m.
Bus takes on average 19h 22m.
The table below shows live departures for Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL flights for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA5238+ AA2908 | 5:00 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h19 | 12:19 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5048+ AA3330 | 5:22 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 8h03 | 1:25 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1059+ AA5048 | 5:22 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h48 | 11:10 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1290+ AA5048 | 5:22 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h52 | 12:14 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA489+ AA5359 | 6:00 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h53 | 12:53 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5359+ AA523 | 6:00 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h33 | 11:33 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3330+ AA3867 | 7:00 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h25 | 1:25 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1290+ AA3867 | 7:00 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h14 | 12:14 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4318 · UA4024 · UA2299 | 7:10 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 11h45 | 6:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4318 · UA2124 | 7:10 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h19 | 12:29 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4318 · UA2074 · UA1401 | 7:10 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h32 | 2:42 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4318 · UA2827 | 7:10 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h41 | 2:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4318 · UA2074 · UA2160 | 7:10 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 9h47 | 4:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4318 · UA4024 · UA2160 | 7:10 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 9h47 | 4:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA5322+ AA2908 | 7:20 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 4h59 | 12:19 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5322+ AA536 | 7:20 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 10h19 | 5:39 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5322+ AA2080 | 7:20 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 8h36 | 3:56 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5322+ AA2907 | 7:20 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 9h26 | 4:46 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5322+ AA836 | 7:20 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h00 | 2:20 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2988+ AA5243 | 9:22 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h29 | 3:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5243+ AA2740 | 9:22 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 8h54 | 6:16 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5824+ AA2080 | 10:53 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h03 | 3:56 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5824+ AA536 | 10:53 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h46 | 5:39 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2488+ AA5824 | 10:53 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 8h58 | 7:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5824+ AA2907 | 10:53 AM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h53 | 4:46 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4245 · UA1388 · UA1564 | 12:06 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 8h24 | 8:30 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4245 · UA1439 · UA1517 | 12:06 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 10h07 | 10:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4245 · UA2135 | 12:06 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h59 | 8:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4245 · UA1388 · UA1517 | 12:06 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 10h07 | 10:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4245 · UA699 | 12:06 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h16 | 5:22 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5479+ AA2740 | 12:24 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h52 | 6:16 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4289 · UA1439 · UA1517 | 2:07 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 8h06 | 10:13 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4289 · UA2197 | 2:07 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h33 | 9:40 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4289 · UA787 | 2:07 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 9h08 | 11:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3014+ AA6119 | 4:24 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h37 | 12:01 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6119+ AA627 | 4:24 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h36 | 10:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4348 · UA787 | 5:10 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h05 | 11:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4348 · UA1752 | 5:10 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h35 | 12:45 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1193+ AA3603 | 5:26 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 7h24 | 12:50 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2346+ AA3603 | 5:26 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 6h13 | 11:39 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1193+ AA3598 | 7:26 PM Jackson–Evers International Airport | 5h24 | 12:50 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jackson, MS 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.

Most Jackson, MS to Chicago, IL flights use the Jackson–Evers International Airport to O'Hare International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Jackson, MS and Chicago, IL airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Jackson–Evers International Airport is 6 km from Jackson city centre. Public transport options include:
Jackson–Evers International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants available; located in the main terminal, includes fast food and local cuisine
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Jackson–Evers International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Jackson–Evers International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jackson–Evers International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
O'Hare International Airport is 3 km from Chicago city centre. Public transport options include:
O'Hare International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and intertiol. Top options include Tortas Frontera and Publican Tavern.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at O'Hare International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at O'Hare International Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels such as Hilton Chicago O'Hare are located on airport grounds, with others like the Hyatt Regency nearby..
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