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$62+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Chicago (CHI)

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ORD — CHI
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Chicago

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$121
(Ticket)

One-way from

$62
(Trip.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$455

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/245:15 pmSTL - ORD
1 stop14h 25mSouthern / Mokulele
Sun 4/278:20 pmORD - STL
1 stop15h 25mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 4/1$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/249:55 pmSTL - MDW
1 stop16h 56mFrontier
Sun 4/278:00 amMDW - STL
1 stop16h 04mFrontier
Deal found 4/1$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:51 pmSTL - ORD
1 stop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/258:25 amORD - STL
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/36:55 pmDEC - ORD
Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/44:42 pmORD - DEC
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$159
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/96:51 pmSTL - ORD
1 stop5h 46mFrontier
Sun 4/136:45 amORD - STL
1 stop26h 21mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$171
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 9/83:55 pmDBQ - ORD
Nonstop0h 55mDenver Air Connection
Thu 9/182:30 pmORD - DBQ
Nonstop0h 55mDenver Air Connection
Deal found 3/30$174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/15:25 pmPIA - ORD
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/812:50 pmORD - PIA
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/2411:21 amMLI - ORD
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/510:15 pmORD - MLI
Nonstop1h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/245:16 pmPIA - ORD
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/278:50 pmORD - PIA
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$180
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/295:44 amEVV - ORD
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/301:13 pmORD - EVV
Nonstop1h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/217:10 amSTL - MDW
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Wed 5/218:55 pmMDW - STL
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 4/295:35 pmSTL - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/61:20 pmORD - STL
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$217

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Chicago 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 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Chicago that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/24

5:15 pm-7:40 am

1 stop14h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

8:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop15h 25m

$121

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/24

9:55 pm-2:51 pm

1 stop16h 56m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/27

8:00 am-12:04 am

1 stop16h 04m

$158

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/16

6:51 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/25

8:25 am-8:10 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$158

DecaturChicago

DEC - ORD

DECORD

Decatur Arpt

Sat 5/3

6:55 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

4:42 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$159

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/9

6:51 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/13

6:45 am-9:06 am

1 stop26h 21m

$171

MolineChicago

MLI - ORD

MLIORD

Moline Quad-City

Thu 4/24

11:21 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/5

10:15 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$179

PeoriaChicago

PIA - ORD

PIAORD

Greater Peoria

Thu 5/1

5:25 pm-6:33 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

12:50 pm-2:01 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$179

PeoriaChicago

PIA - ORD

PIAORD

Greater Peoria

Thu 4/24

5:16 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

8:50 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$180

DubuqueChicago

DBQ - ORD

DBQORD

Dubuque

Tue 4/15

3:55 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/19

2:30 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$191

EvansvilleChicago

EVV - ORD

EVVORD

Evansville Dress Regional

Tue 4/29

5:44 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

1:13 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$191

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Chicago

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Illinois to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated April 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Chicago. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
7,898 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
8,615 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 Chicago. 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 Chicago one-way?

    $62 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southern / Mokulele. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Denver Air Connection, with prices starting from $80 and $86, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Chicago?

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Chicago are Lambert-St Louis - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Lambert-St Louis - Chicago Midway and Moline Quad-City - Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Chicago 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 Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Illinois to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Chicago. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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