Cheap flights from Austin to Chicago
978 mi · 45m average nonstop
We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
TripRoute is an affiliate partner — when you book via Kayak we may earn commission at no extra cost to you. See how it works.
Quick answer: Austin to Chicago at a glance
Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (ORD) cover 978 miles (1,573 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 3 airlines flying direct — a medium-haul domestic route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 3/10.
Summary computed from real OpenFlights coordinates — not an estimate. Prices update live on Kayak.
Flying from Austin to Chicago covers 978 miles (1,574 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 3 airlines offer direct flights on this medium-haul domestic route. This is a medium-haul domestic route typically served by direct flights.
Nonstop distance 978 miles. Direct carriers include AA, UA and US.
We don't track historical prices for this route yet. Search live fares on Kayak for today's best price across 100+ airlines and booking sites.
Airlines on this route
3 airlines fly Austin → Chicago. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| AA | Direct |
| UA | Direct |
| US | Direct |
Kayak can notify you when AUS → ORD fares drop — alerts are free on the same page you search and book.
Track it on Kayak — free price alertsSet alertTripRoute is an affiliate partner — when you book via Kayak we may earn commission at no extra cost to you. See how it works.
Austin to Chicago — quick answers
How far is Austin from Chicago by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Austin (AUS) to Chicago (ORD) is 978 miles (1,573 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Austin to Chicago?
The average nonstop flight time from AUS to ORD is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Austin to Chicago?
3 airlines serve this route nonstop: AA, UA, US. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.