Journey information
Overview: Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL flight
Flights from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL depart on average 36 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $85 (€70) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by train.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 591 miles (952 km) distance in 2h 22m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 591 miles (952 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€70) |
Flights per day 36 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 2h 22m |
First flight 00:02 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 6 days |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL
Cheapest price
$384
Average price
$634
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Flights per day
79
Distance
952 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Syracuse, NY 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 Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL will cost around $634 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $384.
Of the 79 flights that leave Syracuse, NY for Chicago, IL onFri, Mar 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct flights cover the 952 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the longest flights will take 2 h 30 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.
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B6374 · B6311
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UA3552
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AA4175
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UA4600Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $85.
Distance: 591 miles (952 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$301 Average price | $165 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price |
5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 37m Average total duration 13h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.9 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL flight times
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL flights for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA4474 · UA533 | 4:59 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h02 | 10:01 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4474 · UA2630 · UA1015 | 4:59 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 8h26 | 1:25 AM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ AA2301 · AA3178 | 5:20 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h56 | 5:16 AM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ AA2301 · AA3178 | 5:20 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h56 | 5:16 AM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA3233 · AA1199 | 5:52 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 6h48 | 12:40 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3233 · AA3178 | 5:52 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 11h24 | 5:16 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3233 · AA2438 | 5:52 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h05 | 10:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
+ AA2301 · AA3178 | 6:20 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 10h56 | 5:16 AM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4876 · UA2497 | 6:43 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h08 | 11:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5828+ AA1385 | 7:25 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h05 | 2:30 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5828+ AA1245 | 7:25 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h23 | 12:48 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA6129+ AA3177 | 8:11 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 6h07 | 2:18 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5102+ AA3296 | 8:54 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h30 | 2:24 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3713 | 9:29 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 2h26 | 11:55 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4175 | 9:35 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 2h25 | 12:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA3232 · AA3178 | 10:11 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h05 | 5:16 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4853 · UA1738 | 11:25 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h19 | 4:44 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
FlixBus+ AA4420 | 5:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 13h13 | 6:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ AA4737 · AA4557 | 5:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h52 | 5:22 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ AA4420 | 5:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 13h13 | 6:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ AA4738+ AA2800 | 7:20 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 13h49 | 9:09 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ AA4420 | 7:20 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h23 | 6:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ AA2489+ AA4055 | 7:20 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h55 | 7:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
+ AA4420 | 8:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 10h13 | 6:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
+ AA4738+ AA2800 | 8:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 12h39 | 9:09 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
+ AA2489+ AA4055 | 8:30 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 10h45 | 7:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ AA4420 | 9:10 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 9h33 | 6:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ AA4738+ AA2800 | 9:10 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h59 | 9:09 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ AA4420 | 9:10 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 9h33 | 6:43 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3398 | 9:15 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 2h22 | 11:37 AM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5966+ AA1452 | 9:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 10h38 | 8:08 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5966+ AA1587 | 9:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h21 | 6:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5966+ AA2970 | 9:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h42 | 3:12 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5966+ AA955 | 9:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h46 | 5:16 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1235 · AA2343 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h16 | 7:16 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4891 · UA2396 · UA1875 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 8h15 | 6:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4891 · UA2396 · UA2053 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h27 | 7:27 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
B6374 · B6311 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h10 | 3:10 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4891 · UA3430 · UA1310 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h00 | 5:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4891 · UA1775 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 4h49 | 2:49 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B6374 · B6811 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 11h04 | 9:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1235 · AA1841 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 10h21 | 8:21 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1235 · AA2533 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 11h21 | 9:21 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4620+ AA2166 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h57 | 3:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4891 · UA2331 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h33 | 7:33 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1235 · AA2438 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 12h57 | 10:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1235 · AA2003 | 10:00 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h37 | 5:37 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4586 · UA1525 | 10:15 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h36 | 3:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4586 · UA1875 | 10:15 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 8h00 | 6:15 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4586 · UA1883 | 10:15 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 6h45 | 5:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2389 · AA3277 | 10:17 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h47 | 6:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3552 | 10:25 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 2h33 | 12:58 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ AA4349 | 11:00 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 13h11 | 12:11 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
+ AA5531+ AA2152 | 11:00 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 10h45 | 9:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
+ AA1203 · AA2438 | 11:00 AM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 11h57 | 10:57 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
B6315 · B61205 | 11:12 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h13 | 4:25 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B6315 · B6818 · B6811 | 11:12 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h52 | 9:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1963 · UA1411 | 11:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 14h59 | 2:29 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1963 · UA675 | 11:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 13h30 | 1:00 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1963 · UA1023 | 11:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 12h15 | 11:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1963 · UA457 | 11:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 12h24 | 11:54 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1963 · UA2865 | 11:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 8h20 | 7:50 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1963 · UA617 | 11:30 AM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 10h30 | 10:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4888 · UA3698 · UA1504 | 2:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h44 | 10:05 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4888 · UA4187 · UA661 | 2:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h07 | 11:28 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4888 · UA2497 | 2:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h30 | 11:51 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4888 · UA4187 · UA533 | 2:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 7h40 | 10:01 PM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4888 · UA2331 | 2:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h12 | 7:33 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4600 | 2:30 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 2h30 | 5:00 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4666 | 3:46 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 2h26 | 6:12 PM O'Hare International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ AA2301 · AA3178 | 3:55 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 13h21 | 5:16 AM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
+ AA4349 | 3:55 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 8h16 | 12:11 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
+ AA3296+ AA3956 | 3:55 PM Syracuse, Walsh Cir (Syracuse Bus Station), NY | 10h29 | 2:24 AM O'Hare International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA3163 · AA2152 | 4:19 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 5h26 | 9:45 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5907+ AA1126 | 4:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 6h43 | 11:04 PM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5907+ AA3177 | 4:21 PM Syracuse Hancock International Airport | 9h57 | 2:18 AM O'Hare International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY 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.
- 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.
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Popular airports from Syracuse, NY to Chicago, IL
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops include Hudson News and other convenience stores in the terminal.
- Parking available, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per hour.
- Restaurants are available, including Dunkin' Donuts and Johnny Rockets in the terminal.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge access available for eligible passengers, including the Military Courtesy Room.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal near baggage claim.
- Car rental services are available on-site with companies like Hertz and Avis.
- Centro Bus Route 51, SYR Airport Stop, 8 km
- 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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