O'Hare Intl

$105+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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BUF — ORD
Jun 23 — Jun 301
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(Frontier)

One-way from

$105
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$319 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
From Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/272:10 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Sun 6/295:01 amORD - BUF
1 stop6h 16mFrontier
Deal found 6/16$180
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/275:35 amBUF - ORD
1 stop6h 43mJetBlue
Wed 7/306:16 amORD - BUF
1 stop4h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 6/17$205
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/285:54 pmBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/302:08 pmORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/315:05 amBUF - ORD
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/78:24 amORD - BUF
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:43 pmBUF - ORD
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Mon 8/255:00 pmORD - BUF
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/17$237
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1111:29 amBUF - ORD
1 stop6h 52mSun Country Air
Wed 7/166:25 pmORD - BUF
1 stop14h 29mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/17$255
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:50 amBUF - ORD
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sun 8/244:20 pmORD - BUF
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/17$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1011:17 amBUF - ORD
2 stops20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/126:09 pmORD - BUF
1 stop15h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$324

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Buffalo

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O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Fri 7/11

4:40 pm-12:25 am

1 stop8h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/13

5:01 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$182

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Sun 7/27

5:35 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

6:16 am-11:56 am

1 stop4h 40m

$205

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Thu 7/17

7:00 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/24

7:15 am-9:54 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$217

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Thu 7/31

5:05 am-5:57 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

8:24 am-11:04 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$218

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Fri 8/22

3:58 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

7:00 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop3h 18m

$237

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Fri 7/11

11:29 am-5:21 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/16

6:25 pm-9:54 am

1 stop14h 29m

$255

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Thu 8/21

7:50 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

4:20 pm-12:05 am

2 stops6h 45m

$272

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Thu 7/10

11:17 am-7:04 am

2 stops20h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

6:09 pm-10:26 am

1 stop15h 17m

$324

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Thu 6/26

9:56 am-4:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$105

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-10:47 am

1 stop5h 47m

$107

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Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways allows only one carry-on item in economy, so plan your packing carefully.


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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and is available for no extra fee for MileagePlus Premier members.


United's Basic Economy allows only a personal item, no carry-on bags, unless exceptions apply.

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 18, 2025.

The most flights from BUF to ORD are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated June 18, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Buffalo to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from Buffalo. Buffalo (BUF) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Buffalo is the only Buffalo airport and it handles 29 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Buffalo on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Frontier, at $182, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and United Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    $105 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and United Airlines, with prices starting from $107 and $109, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Buffalo, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (96%), Avianca (95%), Japan Airlines( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is $124. On average you can expect to pay $799. The most popular route, (Buffalo - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $217.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Buffalo to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Buffalo to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$128Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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