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$52+ Cheap flights from Minnesota to Illinois

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MSP — ORD
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Illinois

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$113
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$52
(eDestinos)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$206

Good round-trip deal

$218 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/255:00 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mSun Country Air
Mon 4/287:05 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/30$113
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/410:00 amMSP - STL
Nonstop1h 34mSun Country Air
Sun 4/66:35 amSTL - MSP
Nonstop1h 35mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/30$128
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/284:27 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/55:21 pmORD - MSP
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$143
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:19 pmMSP - STL
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/187:30 amSTL - MSP
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$151
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/172:42 pmMSP - STL
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Sun 4/2012:41 pmSTL - MSP
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$168
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.
Fri 4/256:00 amMSP - ORD
1 stop17h 37mFrontier
Sun 4/275:24 pmORD - MSP
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$168
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/192:42 pmMSP - MDW
1 stop18h 42mFrontier
Mon 4/216:45 amMDW - MSP
1 stop16h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$170
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/142:36 pmFSD - MDW
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Fri 4/186:45 amMDW - FSD
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$178
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/142:36 pmFSD - ORD
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Fri 4/186:40 amORD - FSD
1 stop6h 56mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$178
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/198:03 amMSP - MDW
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Sat 4/197:00 pmMDW - MSP
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/30$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/191:46 pmMSP - ORD
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Sat 5/248:05 pmORD - MSP
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/29$179
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Sat 4/191:20 pmMSP - MDW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sat 4/2611:20 amMDW - MSP
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$181

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota to Illinois 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/25

5:00 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

7:05 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$113

MinneapolisSt. Louis

MSP - STL

MSPSTL

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/2

9:54 am-11:31 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/4

8:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$128

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

4:27 pm-6:06 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

5:21 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 07m

$143

MinneapolisSt. Louis

MSP - STL

MSPSTL

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/16

8:19 pm-9:59 am

1 stop13h 40m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/18

7:30 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$151

MinneapolisSt. Louis

MSP - STL

MSPSTL

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/17

2:42 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/20

12:41 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$168

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-11:37 pm

1 stop17h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/27

5:24 pm-12:24 am

1 stop7h 00m

$168

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/19

2:42 pm-9:24 am

1 stop18h 42m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/21

6:45 am-11:41 pm

1 stop16h 56m

$170

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - MDW

FSDMDW

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/14

2:36 pm-12:21 am

1 stop9h 45m

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/18

6:45 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$178

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/14

2:36 pm-12:37 am

1 stop10h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/18

6:40 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$178

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/19

8:03 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/19

7:00 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$179

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Minnesota to Illinois 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 MN to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Illinois. 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 March 31, 2025.

The most flights from USMN to USIL are scheduled on a Sunday (99 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Frontier flights start at $82 while deals on Delta start at $90 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Minnesota to Illinois 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 6 airlines flying from Minnesota to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota to Illinois. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$58Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$75Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$93Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$96Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$96Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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