Statistics on Chicago-Alaska (Anchorage) flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Alaska (Anchorage) (from: Chicago)
The average price to go to Alaska (Anchorage) from Chicago airport is $ 537 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 394 (in april) and $ 709 (in june), which is a saving of $ 143 or a surplus of $ 172 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $538 to $591 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Alaska (Anchorage) before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Chicago-Alaska (Anchorage) plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 34017 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Alaska (Anchorage) from Chicago and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in april, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 394, saving $ 143 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 537). Conversely, june will be the most expensive ($ 709).
Flight Chicago-Alaska (Anchorage): when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 373 | $ 456 | good price |
| February | $ 362 | $ 416 | good price |
| March | $ 465 | $ 544 | fair price |
| April | $ 342 | $ 394 the cheapest | very good price |
| May | $ 438 | $ 555 | fair price |
| June | $ 598 | $ 709 the most expensive | very high price |
| July | $ 628 | $ 701 | high price |
| August | $ 522 | $ 591 | fair price |
| September | $ 472 | $ 552 | fair price |
| October | $ 380 | $ 452 | good price |
| November | $ 409 | $ 494 | good price |
| December | $ 465 | $ 568 | fair price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Chicago to Alaska (Anchorage)
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Chicago to Alaska (Anchorage) range from $269 to $968. 2% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $269 to $323), 1% at the maximum price (from $914 to $968). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $538 to $591 (13% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Chicago->Alaska flight
There are 5 companies that serve Chicago from Alaska (Anchorage) airport: Alaska Airlines, United, Sun Country, Delta and American Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 34017 flights analyzed in previous years, Alaska Airlines was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (64% of the time) on the Chicago->Alaska route.
Direct flight or flight with layover?
Data analysis:
To get the best price for the Chicago-Alaska (Anchorage) flight, you should take a flight with one or more layovers (you will save an average of $ 61 compared to a direct flight).
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Chicago-Alaska (Anchorage) flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $26. On the other hand, departing on a monday may cost you an additional $23.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Alaska (Anchorage) to Chicago departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $31. Conversely, departing from Alaska (Anchorage) on a saturday may cost you an additional $22.
Top prices Chicago-Alaska (Anchorage)
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago → Anchorage | 26-05 to 30-05-2024 | $ 334 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 01-06 to 08-06-2024 | $ 334 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 03-06 to 09-06-2024 | $ 362 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 04-06 to 10-06-2024 | $ 338 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 05-06 to 11-06-2024 | $ 334 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 06-06 to 10-06-2024 | $ 335 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 07-06 to 22-06-2024 | $ 385 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 01-07 to 05-07-2024 | $ 384 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 08-07 to 15-07-2024 | $ 389 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
| Chicago → Anchorage | 06-10 to 11-10-2024 | $ 389 | direct flight with Alaska Airlines |
When to book your flight Chicago - Alaska (Anchorage) to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 1 to 2 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 10 to 11 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Chicago-Alaska flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a monday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Alaska (Anchorage), it is recommended to buy it 1 to 2 months before departure (it is then on average 529 $, which is a saving of 8 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 10 to 11 months in advance, you will pay the full price (189 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Chicago to Alaska (Anchorage) flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 412 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 426), 4 to 5 months ($ 427) |
| February | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 364 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 369), 3 to 4 months ($ 380), 4 to 5 months ($ 370) |
| March | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 435 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 527), 2 to 3 months ($ 487), 3 to 4 months ($ 538), 5 to 6 months ($ 531), 6 to 7 months ($ 489), 7 to 8 months ($ 484) |
| April | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 349 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 349), 3 to 4 months ($ 371), 4 to 5 months ($ 389) |
| May | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 451 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 481), 4 to 5 months ($ 544), 7 to 8 months ($ 544) |
| June | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 612 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 657), 3 to 4 months ($ 672), 5 to 6 months ($ 646), 6 to 7 months ($ 709) |
| July | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 648 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 690), 2 to 3 months ($ 656), 4 to 5 months ($ 697), 8 to 9 months ($ 696), 9 to 10 months ($ 701) |
| August | Best time: 9 to 10 months before departure (average price: 537 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 590), 1 to 2 months ($ 587), 2 to 3 months ($ 591), 4 to 5 months ($ 588), 6 to 7 months ($ 581), 7 to 8 months ($ 572), 8 to 9 months ($ 568) |
| September | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 442 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 545), 4 to 5 months ($ 495), 5 to 6 months ($ 465), 6 to 7 months ($ 489), 7 to 8 months ($ 490) |
| October | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 351 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 403), 2 to 3 months ($ 423), 3 to 4 months ($ 432), 6 to 7 months ($ 389), 7 to 8 months ($ 414) |
| November | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 438 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 486), 2 to 3 months ($ 479), 3 to 4 months ($ 459) |
| December | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 539 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 545) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, monday is the day when plane tickets for Chicago->Alaska are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a monday, you will save $3. Conversely, by buying it on a tuesday, you may end up paying $5 more.
Chicago to Alaska (Anchorage): flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | $ 481 $334 to $666 | very good price | Find a flight |
| June 2024 | $ 434 $334 to $1018 | very good price | Find a flight |
| July 2024 | $ 440 $384 to $676 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2024 | $ 517 $409 to $836 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2024 | $ 482 $400 to $955 | very good price | Find a flight |
| October 2024 | $ 414 $389 to $482 | very good price | Find a flight |
| November 2024 | $ 401 $400 to $403 | very good price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 533 $533 to $533 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 421 $400 to $481 | very good price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, may, june, july, august, september, october, november, december and march are cheaper to travel to Alaska (Anchorage). So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!