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Cheap flights from Chicago to Atlanta from £40

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — ATL
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson are usually found in August or December, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Atlanta
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Atlanta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2026.

Sat 9/506:55
ORD
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 39m
Frontier
Sat 16/506:35
ATL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 25/3£61
Wed 6/513:59
ORD
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Wed 13/518:25
ATL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 22/3£66
Fri 5/613:50
ORD
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Mon 8/606:35
ATL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 25/3£80
Fri 5/613:50
ORD
-
ATL
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Sun 7/606:35
ATL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 24/3£100
Fri 5/611:51
ORD
-
ATL
Nonstop1h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 7/609:35
ATL
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 11m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 23/3£104
Wed 6/516:05
ORD
-
ATL
1 stop7h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/509:53
ATL
-
ORD
1 stop8h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/3£108

Find flight deals from Chicago to Atlanta

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Atlanta (ATL). 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 26 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£61

One-way from

£40

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£154
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 9/5-16/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 59m total
  • Chicago to Atlanta
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 15/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 59m total
  • Chicago to Atlanta
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Atlanta that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/6

11:51-14:50

Nonstop1h 59m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/6

09:35-10:46

Nonstop2h 11m

£104

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

11:50-20:15

1 stop7h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/5

09:05-15:30

2 stops7h 25m

£152

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/4

18:18-21:28

Nonstop2h 10m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 22/4

11:25-12:47

Nonstop2h 22m

£162

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 23/5

09:25-14:21

1 stop3h 56m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 26/5

07:30-10:29

1 stop3h 59m

£176

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

17:04-23:29

1 stop5h 25m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/5

07:25-12:45

1 stop6h 20m

£176

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

11:55-22:00

2 stops9h 05m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 7/5

06:05-15:30

2 stops10h 25m

£184

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/5

06:00-09:16

Nonstop2h 16m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 6/5

13:24-14:46

Nonstop2h 22m

£190

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 16/4

05:15-08:15

Nonstop2h 00m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 19/4

22:49-23:59

Nonstop2h 10m

£207

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

06:59-10:15

Nonstop2h 16m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 3/5

08:00-09:20

Nonstop2h 20m

£207

ChicagoAtlanta

ORD - ATL

ORDATL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 29/5

18:20-21:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 31/5

11:29-12:52

Nonstop2h 23m

£228

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Atlanta

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Atlanta. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Atlanta is 30 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta (average of £39). Flying from Chicago to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of £59). 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 CHI to ATL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Atlanta. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Atlanta in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 81% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Atlanta

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Atlanta. 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 26 March 2026.

The most flights from CHI to ATL are scheduled on a Wednesday (101 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

How often are flights from Chicago to Atlanta delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Chicago and Atlanta have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 135 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Atlanta flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Atlanta flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Atlanta. 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 Atlanta. Reviews last updated 26 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier from Chicago to Atlanta by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

4.3

Crew

6.6

Overall

5.7

Comfort

5.4

Boarding

5.9

Food

4.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MCO - MSP

Flight cancelled after 2 delays with no explanation and no guidance. No flights the next day so had to fend for ourselves
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,015 reviews
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,015 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

4.3

Crew

6.6

Overall

5.7

Comfort

5.4

Boarding

5.9

Food

4.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MCO - MSP

Flight cancelled after 2 delays with no explanation and no guidance. No flights the next day so had to fend for ourselves

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Atlanta. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Atlanta from Chicago?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta. You should not have trouble finding flights to Hartsfield-Jackson from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 77 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the Atlanta airport from Chicago. It is only a 8.2 mi journey from Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Atlanta’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Atlanta?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago to Atlanta in 1h 59m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Southwest, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 606 mi between Chicago and Atlanta. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Atlanta?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Atlanta are KLM (74%), Frontier (74%) and United Airlines (72%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Atlanta that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Atlanta flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Atlanta?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Atlanta.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Atlanta?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Atlanta 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 Chicago to Atlanta?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Atlanta (average of £39). Flying from Chicago to Atlanta in July is currently the most expensive (average of £59). 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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