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$152+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Dayton (DAY)

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ORD — DAY
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Dayton

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$152
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$346

Good round-trip deal

$239 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/77:10 amORD - DAY
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/145:50 pmDAY - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 5/1110:00 amORD - DAY
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/175:28 pmDAY - ORD
Nonstop1h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$184
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.
Fri 6/135:23 pmSTL - DAY
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Wed 6/185:40 amDAY - STL
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/22$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/56:00 amSTL - DAY
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1112:50 pmDAY - STL
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$259
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.
Thu 5/84:25 pmMLI - DAY
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/125:28 pmDAY - MLI
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/86:30 amMLI - DAY
1 stop3h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/125:44 pmDAY - MLI
1 stop17h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$433
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/85:50 amEVV - DAY
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/127:05 amDAY - EVV
1 stop32h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/86:30 amSTL - DAY
1 stop3h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1211:40 amDAY - STL
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$484
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/811:15 amCMI - DAY
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/127:05 amDAY - CMI
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$520
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/510:25 amMDW - DAY
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Sun 6/811:16 amDAY - MDW
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/23$1,185
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 6/211:07 amORD - DAY
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Mon 6/167:20 pmDAY - ORD
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/23$1,185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Dayton 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 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Dayton that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Dayton

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoDayton

ORD - DAY

ORDDAY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

7:10 am-9:33 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Dayton

Sat 6/14

5:50 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$179

ChicagoDayton

ORD - DAY

ORDDAY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/11

10:00 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Dayton

Sat 5/17

5:28 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$184

St. LouisDayton

STL - DAY

STLDAY

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 6/13

5:23 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 49m

Dayton

Wed 6/18

5:40 am-9:43 am

1 stop5h 03m

$229

St. LouisDayton

STL - DAY

STLDAY

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 6/5

6:00 am-5:01 pm

1 stop10h 01m

Dayton

Wed 6/11

12:50 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$259

MolineDayton

MLI - DAY

MLIDAY

Moline Quad-City

Thu 5/8

4:25 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Dayton

Mon 5/12

5:28 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$359

MolineDayton

MLI - DAY

MLIDAY

Moline Quad-City

Thu 5/8

6:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop3h 35m

Dayton

Mon 5/12

5:44 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 27m

$433

EvansvilleDayton

EVV - DAY

EVVDAY

Evansville Dress Regional

Thu 5/8

5:50 am-5:00 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Dayton

Mon 5/12

7:05 am-2:26 pm

1 stop32h 21m

$439

St. LouisDayton

STL - DAY

STLDAY

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

6:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop3h 35m

Dayton

Mon 5/12

11:40 am-2:47 pm

1 stop4h 07m

$484

ChampaignDayton

CMI - DAY

CMIDAY

Champaign University-Willard

Thu 5/8

11:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Dayton

Mon 5/12

7:05 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 39m

$520

ChicagoDayton

MDW - DAY

MDWDAY

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/5

10:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Dayton

Sun 6/8

11:16 am-3:41 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$1,185

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Dayton

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Illinois to Dayton in June 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 DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Dayton. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Dayton

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Dayton. 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 24, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to DAY are scheduled on a Wednesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

Rainfall in Dayton by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dayton ranges from 2.2 - 4.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Dayton when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Dayton by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dayton, 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 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Dayton, see what other customers have to say about Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Dayton from Illinois?

    Dayton (DAY), located 10.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Dayton.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Dayton are Delta ($179), American Airlines ($200), and United Airlines ($242).

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

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

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Dayton on time: SkyWest Airlines (80%), Lufthansa (77%), United Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Dayton?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Dayton is $119. On average you can expect to pay $266. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Dayton), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from Illinois to Dayton in June 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Dayton

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Dayton. 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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