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$53+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Clearwater, FL

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ORD — MCO
Apr 27 — May 41
Sun 4/27
Sun 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$97
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One-way from

$53
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March

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September

Average price

$189
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Clearwater
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Clearwater. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:30 amORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/245:43 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$97
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/109:19 amORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Sat 5/172:00 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$99
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sun 5/114:00 pmMDW - TPA
Nonstop2h 43mFrontier
Thu 5/158:48 pmTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/20$112
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:30 amORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/36:08 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$115
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 5/285:57 pmORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/36:15 pmTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/286:30 pmMDW - TPA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Tue 6/37:25 amTPA - MDW
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/2811:07 amORD - TPA
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Tue 6/35:20 amTPA - ORD
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/22$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/286:00 amMDW - TPA
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Tue 6/35:20 amTPA - MDW
1 stop5h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/22$197
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 6/48:11 pmSTL - TPA
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/75:20 amTPA - STL
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Wed 5/216:30 amMLI - TPA
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/285:23 pmTPA - MLI
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 7/55:55 amMLI - TPA
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Wed 7/99:50 amTPA - MLI
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/20$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 7/295:55 pmORD - TPA
Nonstop2h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/97:30 amTPA - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$239

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Clearwater 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 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Clearwater that are best for you.

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ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

6:30 am-10:08 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Tampa

Sat 5/24

5:43 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$97

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

9:19 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Tampa

Sat 5/17

2:00 pm-4:03 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$99

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/11

4:00 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

Tampa

Thu 5/15

8:48 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$112

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

6:30 am-10:08 am

Nonstop2h 38m

Tampa

Tue 6/3

6:08 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$115

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

5:57 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Tampa

Tue 6/3

6:15 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$159

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

6:30 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

Tue 6/3

7:25 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$159

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/28

3:57 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Tampa

Tue 6/3

3:20 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$197

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop4h 28m

Tampa

Wed 6/4

5:53 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$197

St. LouisTampa

STL - TPA

STLTPA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/4

8:11 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 20m

Tampa

Sat 6/7

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 55m

$220

MolineTampa

MLI - TPA

MLITPA

Moline Quad-City

Wed 5/21

6:30 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Tampa

Wed 5/28

5:23 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$225

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Clearwater

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Clearwater (average of $206). Flying from Illinois to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 CL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Clearwater. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Clearwater

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Clearwater. 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 22, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to CL9 are scheduled on a Monday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

Rainfall in Clearwater by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Clearwater ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Clearwater when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Clearwater by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Clearwater, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June 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 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Clearwater

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater. Reviews last updated April 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Illinois to Clearwater to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,911 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,683 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
158 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Clearwater. 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 Clearwater one-way?

    $53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $62 and $80, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Clearwater is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Tampa or Lambert-St Louis - Tampa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Clearwater?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Clearwater are Southwest (88%), Azul (85%) and Copa Airlines (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Clearwater?

    On average you can expect to pay $472 for a flight from Illinois to Clearwater. The cheapest flight overall is $50 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa) is currently priced at $97.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Clearwater (average of $206). Flying from Illinois to Clearwater in November is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 8 airlines flying from Illinois to Clearwater

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Clearwater. 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$48Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$61Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$84Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$128Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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