$104 Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago (MDW)

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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago (SLC-MDW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $104 for one-way flights and $188 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Tue, Jun 3
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $188 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Fri, Jun 6
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$198 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Fri, Jun 6, priced at $198 found 7 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$208 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $208 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Fri, Jun 6
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$218 Roundtrip, just found
$218
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Fri, Jun 6, priced at $218 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, May 18 - Sun, May 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$228 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$228
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 18 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $228 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Sat, May 31
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$238 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $238 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 22 - Sun, May 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 22 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $248 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Tue, May 27
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$250 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Tue, May 27, priced at $250 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Mon, May 19
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$272 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Mon, May 19, priced at $272 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25
SLC
Salt Lake City
MDW
Chicago
$389 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$389
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Salt Lake City to Chicago, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $389 found 2 hours ago
Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Chicago (MDW)
Origin airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Destination airport
Midway Intl.
Airlines serving
Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$188
Distance
1256 mi

Salt Lake City to Chicago Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Salt Lake City to Chicago

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Chicago: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Salt Lake City to Chicago

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Salt Lake City to Chicago in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $104 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Salt Lake City to Chicago flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Salt Lake City to Chicago airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) cost?
Book cheap return tickets starting from $339 from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving SLC on May 13 2025 and touching down at MDW. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SLC to MDW?
The cheapest flights from SLC to MDW are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
If you’re departing from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC), you can take a nonstop flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SLC to MDW?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from SLC to MDW is Southwest Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $170. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SLC on June 10 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). Need more options? Use Expedia’s filters to find flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
The 7 AM departures from SLC to MDW see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SLC to MDW?
Friday has the most flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). Consider leaving on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)’s earliest flight to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) leaves at approximately 7:20AM UTC-7. With a total travel time of 3h 15m, you’ll arrive at around 11:35AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
Flights from SLC to MDW have an average travel time of 3 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,250 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SLC to MDW?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you’d like to go straight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 80%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
To reach Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) without delays, book a flight that leaves from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Chicago from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Hop on a direct flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Chicago and land at O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). An alternative entry point into this destination is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SLC to MDW right before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if you’re flexible with your schedule, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SLC to MDW flight and hotel package?
Securing a SLC to MDW flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our wide range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Midway Intl. Airport (MDW)?
In most instances, you can modify or cancel your SLC to MDW flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s rules and fees on flight changes, or if you’d like more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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