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$161+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Alaska

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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ANC
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Alaska
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/56:45 pmORD - ANC
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Fri 12/135:45 amANC - ORD
1 stop15h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/4$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/88:00 amORD - ANC
2 stops28h 25mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/127:25 pmANC - ORD
1 stop13h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/51:30 pmMDW - ANC
2 stops15h 11mDelta
Sun 12/812:45 amANC - MDW
2 stops13h 16mDelta
Deal found 11/3$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/710:21 amSTL - ANC
2 stops15h 04mDelta
Tue 12/105:45 amANC - STL
2 stops12h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/3$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/96:32 amORD - JNU
2 stops18h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/107:15 amJNU - ORD
2 stops13h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$406
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/77:00 amSTL - ANC
2 stops20h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/91:59 amANC - STL
1 stop8h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$432
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/67:14 pmORD - FAI
1 stop18h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/95:00 amFAI - ORD
2 stops21h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/189:36 pmORD - ANC
1 stop28h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/249:20 pmANC - ORD
Nonstop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/74:31 pmSTL - ANC
1 stop9h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1011:55 pmANC - STL
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$458
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/63:35 pmORD - FAI
2 stops11h 40mDelta
Sat 12/71:20 amFAI - ORD
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/2$475
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/89:53 pmORD - ANC
3 stops37h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/127:25 pmANC - ORD
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$509
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/277:13 pmORD - KTN
3 stops20h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/18:29 pmKTN - ORD
2 stops24h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$539

Find flights from Illinois to Alaska within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Alaska 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

10:00 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop6h 40m

$161

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/4

6:45 pm-1:41 am

1 stop9h 56m

$166

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

12:45 pm-4:26 pm

Nonstop6h 41m

$299

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/19

9:55 am-11:57 pm

1 stop17h 02m

$350

ChicagoJuneau

ORD - JNU

ORDJNU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/8

6:32 am-9:32 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$224

ChicagoFairbanks

ORD - FAI

ORDFAI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/19

1:55 pm-12:20 am

2 stops13h 25m

$298

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/20

4:44 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$338

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/20

10:21 am-11:44 pm

2 stops16h 23m

$328

St. LouisFairbanks

STL - FAI

STLFAI

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/8

2:49 pm-9:15 am

2 stops21h 26m

$343

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/11

8:35 pm-7:11 pm

1 stop25h 36m

$390

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Alaska

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Alaska

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Alaska including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Alaska?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alaska (average of $455). Flying from Illinois to Alaska in June is currently the most expensive (average of $686). 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 IL to AK?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Alaska. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Alaska as you normally would.

Rainfall in Alaska by month

Plan your trip to Alaska by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alaska ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Alaska when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Alaska by month

Plan your trip to Alaska by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alaska, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. 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 Alaska. Reviews last updated November 4, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Illinois to Alaska by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Alaska for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Alaska for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $319, but on average you can expect to pay $488.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to Alaska for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from Illinois to Alaska under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to Alaska is less than $334.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Alaska for under $600?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Illinois to Alaska within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Alaska one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $166. Users have also found prices from $167 and $338 on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What does ORD to ANC mean?

    Great question - ORD to ANC just means Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Anchorage Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Fairbanks Airport (FAI), Juneau Intl Airport (JNU), Central Airport (CEM), Ketchikan Airport (KTN), Russian Mission Russian SPB Airport (RSH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Alaska that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Alaska flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to Alaska with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Alaska flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Alaska that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Alaska flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Alaska?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Alaska?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Alaska by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Alaska that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Alaska offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Alaska?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Alaska flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Alaska flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Alaska flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Alaska?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alaska (average of $455). Flying from Illinois to Alaska in June is currently the most expensive (average of $686). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Alaska

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Alaska. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$322Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$330Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$354Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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