On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Chicago — Waterloo route. The short distance of 395 km is served by approximately 3 flights per week, allowing for quick travel between these cities.
The primary carrier on this route is American Airlines (AA). Flight prices change constantly, so we have prepared a low-price calendar and a price dynamics chart. You can also find information on how to get to Chicago airport and how to get from Waterloo airport.
The table shows direct flights Chicago → Waterloo on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 22 min. Regular flights are operated by American Airlines. Departures from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport airports, arrivals at Waterloo Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chicago — Waterloo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $141 in J, and the most expensive are around $434 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Chicago → Waterloo, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $269 | low | May | $298 | medium | Sep | $289 | low |
| Feb | $274 | low | Jun | $341 | high | Oct | $298 | medium |
| Mar | $289 | medium | Jul | $351 | high | Nov | $329 | high |
| Apr | $274 | low | Aug | $320 | medium | Dec | $360 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Waterloo is July with an average temperature of +28°C, while January is considered the coldest month. Precipitation peaks in May, when the number of rainy days in a month reaches 14.
The most budget-friendly tickets are available in January starting $141 and in December — $142. The highest fares are recorded in October, when the flight cost can start $435.
November is the optimal choice for a balance between weather and flight cost. During this period, affordable prices $143 remain, and the number of clear days stays high enough for a comfortable trip.
Regular air service on this route is provided by one airline — American Airlines. Direct flights are not operated daily, but average three times a week. Check out the current flight schedule and route details by clicking on the carrier's card in the list below.
Flights Chicago — Waterloo depart from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport and arrive at Waterloo Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 395 km. A direct flight on a regional aircraft usually takes about 50–60 minutes, excluding taxiing time at the airport.
The primary carrier operating flights from Chicago to Waterloo is American Airlines (AA).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, but they are not daily, occurring on average 3 times a week.
Flights from Chicago arrive at Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO), located in Iowa.
Flight prices change constantly; check the low-price calendar on this page for the current minimums. Generally, the best deals are found for departures in January and December.
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