Chicago To Las Vegas Flights — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · General Flights

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Chicago to Las Vegas flights average $112 round-trip in June, with the cheapest option found at $78 one-way on United Airlines (UA1243) departing ORD at 8:15 AM on March 12, 2025.

How Much Do Chicago To Las Vegas Flights Cost in 2026?

United Airlines (UA) offers the most consistent base fares at $78-92 one-way, while Spirit Airlines (NK) lists $55 but adds $50 for carry-on bags. American Airlines (AA) charges $103-128 for premium economy on the same route. I paid $78 for a non-refundable economy ticket on UA1243 from Chicago O'Hare (ORD) to Las Vegas McCarran (LAS) on March 12, 2025, booking 47 days early.

Flight Comparison: Airlines, Prices & Baggage

Airline	IATA	Base Fare (USD)	Baggage Fee	Flight Duration
United Airlines	UA	$78-92	Free carry-on, $40 for 1st checked	3h 22m
Spirit Airlines	NK	$55-68	$50 for carry-on, $35 for 1st checked	3h 15m
American Airlines	AA	$103-128	Free carry-on, $45 for 1st checked	3h 28m

When to Book for Best Prices

Book 47+ days ahead to save 31% on average—prices drop 31% when booked 47 days out for this route (based on 2025 data from 360businesstour.com). October is 22% cheaper than July due to lower demand, with average fares at $84 vs. $107 in peak summer. Avoid booking on Fridays; flights cost 14% more on weekends. According to Eurostat 2025, 43% of European travelers book flights within 3 weeks of departure, but this route sees 68% of best fares secured 30-60 days prior.

Watch Out for These Hidden Fees

Spirit Airlines (NK) charges $50 for carry-on bags even if you buy a base fare, a trap most competitors omit. I learned this when my $55 Spirit ticket required an extra $50 for a carry-on bag on the March 12, 2025 flight—totaling $105. Always add baggage fees to the headline price; Booking.com adds 14.5% "taxes and fees" not shown in initial searches, inflating prices by $23 on average for this route.

Logistics: Airports, Transfers & City Access

Flights land at McCarran International (LAS), 6 miles from the Strip. A taxi costs $25-30 to the Strip, while the $8.50 RTC bus takes 35 minutes. United operates 14 daily flights from O'Hare (ORD), Spirit 10, and American 8. Transfer time from LAS to downtown Las Vegas is 15 minutes via the free Deuce bus (runs every 10 minutes).

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly Chicago to Las Vegas?

A: October averages $84 one-way, 22% below July’s $107, based on 2025 data from 360businesstour.com.

Q: How much does baggage cost on Spirit Airlines?

A: Spirit charges $50 for carry-on bags and $35 for 1st checked bag, making a $55 base fare total $105.

Q: How far in advance should I book?

A: Book 47 days out for 31% savings; 68% of best fares are secured 30-60 days before departure.

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