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

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sioux Falls to Chicago? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Sioux Falls to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$301
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 47 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week173

Finding cheap flights from Sioux Falls to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sioux Falls to Chicago is $301. 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 47 minutes is the average flight time from Sioux Falls to Chicago.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Sioux Falls to Chicago.
As of March 2025, there are 173 flights per week flying from Sioux Falls to Chicago.
The cheapest month to fly from Sioux Falls to Chicago is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Sioux Falls Airport, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the centre of Chicago. We've found flights into this airport from $301.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sioux Falls Airport to Chicago on Wednesday, 9 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 47 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 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.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 3°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago.

Flying from Joe Foss Field (FSD) to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 46 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.

  • Chicago and Sioux Falls (where Joe Foss Field Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.

  • Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most traveled route, with 68 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from FSD to ORD is with United at 18:35. Choose the first departure with American Airlines at 05:40 if you want to get going early.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from FSD to Chicago. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like October, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago that arrives at O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

  • Book your ticket with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago.

  • After booking your cheap tickets from Joe Foss Field to Chicago, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're good to go.

  • The journey from central Sioux Falls to FSD takes about 1 hour and 33 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 8 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • After an easy start to your journey? Stay near FSD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from Joe Foss Field Airport (FSD) to Chicago

  • $205 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago. Return flights start at $301. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Book 4 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FSD to Chicago.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago is December. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from FSD to Chicago. There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Best time to go to Chicago

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago. August is the busiest month to visit Chicago. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • Before you book a flight from Joe Foss Field Airport to Chicago, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 29ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from FSD to Chicago sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Chicago

  • Start your Chicago trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Joe Foss Field to Chicago, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chicago itinerary.

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