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Published August 9, 2018 by

Nonstop Flights: Chicago to/from Boston $79 r/t – American Basic Economy

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American Airlines has “basic economy” round-trip flights from Chicago (ORD) to Boston (BOS) for $79, NONSTOP. $40 each-way. “Regular economy” is available for +$25 each-way. Midweek flights August to October on Mondays through Wednesdays.

Note: “Basic Economy” fares do not include a free carry-on bag. Only a small personal item, like a Jansport City Scout backpack is free. Checked bags cost +$25 each-way. Seats are randomly assigned prior to boarding. If you have an AAdvantage credit-card you can avoid bag fees.

Note: I’m currently using the Jansport Right Pack as my “personal item” when I fly in “basic economy”. Which is slightly more than expensive than the Jansport City Scout because its fabric is Cordura instead of Polyester. Both have the same dimensions which are: 18″ x 13″ x 8.5″. There is half-an-inch of extra depth than what is officially allowed by AA, but it has never been a problem for me. The bag has a large main compartment, which makes it ideal for stuffing as much as you can into the limited amount of space.

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I was able to pull this fare up on Priceline. Screenshot taken when this post was initially created. See timestamps at the top of this post.

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Ren P. Artemio

Ren P. Artemio

Ren is the Chief Director of Nap Times at Escape Houston, Escape ATX, Cheap DFW, and Escape Flights. He really likes researching airfare and the travel industry, especially when it means getting a cheap flight to anywhere (he's not picky).

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