Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Philadelphia
Outbound – Dec 4, 2026
direct
1h 50m Return – Dec 8, 2026
direct
2h 15m $259
yesterday
Chicago – Philadelphia
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
direct
1h 55m Return – Nov 10, 2026
direct
2h 10m $261
3 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$56
Average price of a round trip
$132
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
2h22
A flight from Chicago to Philadelphia takes on average 2h22.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Philadelphia is July.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Philadelphia
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Philadelphia (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $121 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of October, September and December.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 24 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Philadelphia costs on average $132.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Frontier Airlines and Frontier Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Philadelphia
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $56 to $280
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $132
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of September
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 15°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Philadelphia, USA
airports :
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE)
local time :
Philadelphia is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Philadelphia, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 15°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of Philadelphia (PHL) has 2 airport(s): Philadelphia International and Northeast Philadelphia
Useful info about Philadelphia
What is the least touristic period to go to Philadelphia?
If you want to visit Philadelphia during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to Philadelphia?
In Philadelphia, the most popular month is October. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Philadelphia?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 24 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Philadelphia is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Philadelphia?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Philadelphia International.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Chicago to Philadelphia?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Philadelphia?
In summer, the average temperature is 24°C in Philadelphia and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 129 mm in Philadelphia and 145 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Philadelphia and it rains less in Philadelphia. In winter, it is colder in Philadelphia and it rains more in Philadelphia.
