Cheap Flights from Chicago (CHIA) to Fargo (FAR)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Fargo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £170. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

Direct flights from Chicago to Fargo

Chicago to Fargo: Alternative routes

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

Chicago to Fargo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£170
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week532

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Fargo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Fargo is £170. 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.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Fargo.
United, American Airlines and Envoy Air fly direct from Chicago to Fargo.
As of March 2026, there are 266 flights per week flying from Chicago to Fargo.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Fargo is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Fargo Airport on Friday, 10 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 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 Fargo 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 Fargo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Fargo is United .

Travelling from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR): What you need to know

  • Your adventure gets underway at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR) leaving from either of these.

  • Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Chicago to Hector International Airport flight.

  • Fargo's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Chicago. Hector International Airport is located in Fargo.

  • The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hector International Airport (FAR), with 45 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from ORD to FAR is the 8:45am United Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 10:04pm with American Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chicago to FAR.

  • Peak season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Fly without interruptions from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR) can be booked from here.

  • Book your direct flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport with United Airlines. This popular airline operates services from ORD.

  • The preferred choice for passengers flying between ORD and FAR is United Airlines.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, American Airlines has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.

  • ORD is about 40 kms (25 miles) from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to FAR flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights on track, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.88%.

  • The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • RFD is around 137 kms (85 miles) from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Make catching an early Chicago to Hector International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your departure gate without rushing:

  • The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.

  • You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.

About Hector International Airport (FAR)

Getting from Hector International Airport (FAR) to central Fargo

  • Hector International Airport is about 3 miles from central Fargo. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR)

  • £101 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Hector International Airport. A return flight starts at £170. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to FAR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • Affordable Chicago to Hector International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Chicago to FAR.

  • Save money on your flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport (FAR). August is when most people visit Fargo. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in February.

  • Lock in a Chicago to FAR plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Fargo to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -23ºC (-9ºF) and -3ºC (27ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Hector International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Fargo

  • After booking your flight from Chicago to Hector International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Fargo:

  • You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Fargo when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Fargo Theatre followed by Red River Zoo and Lewis & Clark Park.

Explore more of the United States

  • Grand Forks is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Fargo. Around 113 kms (70 miles) away to the north, check out popular attractions including North Dakota Museum of Art, Greater Grand Forks Fair and Japanese Gardens.

  • Aberdeen is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 209 kms (130 miles) south-west of Fargo. No trip is complete without seeing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dacotah Prairie Museum and 16th Street Park.

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