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$82+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Arkansas

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ORD — LIT
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Arkansas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Arkansas flight deals. Data was last updated April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$201
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$82
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$300

Good round-trip deal

$269 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Arkansas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Arkansas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:55 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop20h 26mFrontier
Sun 6/15:00 pmMEM - STL
1 stop16h 12mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/233:30 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/253:50 pmXNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/118:05 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/128:00 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:50 amMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 5/125:05 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/317:07 amORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/72:14 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/16:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Sun 6/85:00 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$219
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:59 pmORD - MEM
2 stops25h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/111:14 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops17h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$222
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/206:45 amMDW - MEM
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Sun 4/274:04 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop27h 02mFrontier
Deal found 4/15$225
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 7/38:00 pmORD - XNA
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/76:23 pmXNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/2112:48 pmMDW - XNA
1 stop5h 16mDelta
Sat 5/2411:51 amXNA - MDW
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 4/15$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/118:37 amORD - MEM
1 stop27h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/175:14 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 6/41:30 pmORD - MEM
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Tue 6/105:20 amMEM - ORD
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/16$237

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Arkansas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Arkansas that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Arkansas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisMemphis

STL - MEM

STLMEM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/28

7:55 pm-4:21 pm

1 stop20h 26m

Memphis

Sun 6/1

5:00 pm-9:12 am

1 stop16h 12m

$201

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/23

3:30 pm-5:21 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sun 5/25

3:50 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$209

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

8:50 am-10:51 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Memphis

Sat 5/17

8:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/8

7:50 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Memphis

Mon 5/12

5:05 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

7:07 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 53m

Memphis

Sat 6/7

2:14 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$218

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Memphis

Sun 6/8

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$219

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

6:59 pm-8:13 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Memphis

Sun 5/11

1:14 pm-6:42 am

2 stops17h 28m

$222

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/20

6:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop11h 54m

Memphis

Sun 4/27

4:04 pm-7:06 pm

1 stop27h 02m

$225

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/3

8:00 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Mon 7/7

6:23 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$226

ChicagoFayetteville

MDW - XNA

MDWXNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/21

12:48 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Sat 5/24

11:51 am-5:14 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Arkansas

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas (average of $340). Flying from Illinois to Arkansas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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 AR?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Arkansas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Arkansas

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Arkansas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Arkansas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Arkansas ranges from 2.6 - 5.3 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.3 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Arkansas when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Arkansas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Arkansas, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Arkansas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arkansas. 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 Arkansas. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Arkansas. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $82. Users have also found prices from $96 and $109 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas (average of $340). Flying from Illinois to Arkansas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Arkansas

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Arkansas. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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