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Flight deals from Appleton Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Appleton Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $333. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International

Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Appleton to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago O'Hare International.

Appleton to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$211
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week290

Finding cheap flights from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International is $308. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International.
United, American Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International.
As of March 2026, there are 290 flights per week flying from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International.
The cheapest month to fly from Appleton to Chicago O'Hare International is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Appleton Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Friday, 15 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago O'Hare International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago O'Hare International.

Travelling from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know

  • Chicago's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Appleton.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ATW to ORD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Travelling to Chicago (and then discovering more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is American Airlines.

  • The most punctual carrier offering ATW to ORD flights is American Airlines. Its services land as planned 76.85% of the time.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATW and ORD:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • $211 is the lowest price for a one-way Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $308. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from ATW to ORD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from ATW to ORD is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Appleton International Airport (ATW)

  • You'll find ATW at West 6390, Challenger Drive, Suite 201.

  • 69.93% of flights that depart Appleton International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • Appleton International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Appleton. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near ATW? If you've booked an early flight from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Chicago in January.

  • Book your flight from Appleton International Airport to O'Hare International Airport for July if you want to explore Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ATW to ORD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Columbus is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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