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$106+ Cheap flights from Montana to Illinois

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BZN — ORD
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$211
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$106
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$507

Good round-trip deal

$373 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
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Cheapest flights from Montana to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montana to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

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.
Wed 8/203:22 pmBZN - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/2410:30 amORD - BZN
Nonstop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$211
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.
Fri 8/224:53 pmFCA - ORD
Nonstop3h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/241:31 pmORD - FCA
Nonstop3h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$225
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 8/1412:35 pmBIL - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/189:59 amORD - BIL
Nonstop3h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$229
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 6/2612:50 pmBZN - ORD
Nonstop3h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/297:15 amORD - BZN
Nonstop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$235
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/185:30 amBZN - ORD
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Sun 6/227:00 amORD - BZN
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/1$237
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/226:36 pmMSO - ORD
1 stop10h 29mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/256:00 amORD - MSO
1 stop8h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$248
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 7/312:54 pmMSO - ORD
Nonstop3h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/98:38 pmORD - MSO
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$272
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:55 pmBZN - STL
1 stop8h 01mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 11/107:00 amSTL - BZN
1 stop8h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/31$286
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.
Fri 7/115:10 pmBZN - STL
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Mon 7/146:45 pmSTL - BZN
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$287
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 9/115:20 pmMSO - ORD
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/155:00 amORD - MSO
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$292
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Wed 6/45:25 amFCA - ORD
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Sat 6/76:24 amORD - FCA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/1$296
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Wed 8/206:00 amBZN - MDW
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sun 8/249:20 amMDW - BZN
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/1$298

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

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Montana

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

KalispellChicago

FCA - ORD

FCAORD

Kalispell Glacier Park

Fri 8/22

4:53 pm-9:17 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

1:31 pm-4:11 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$225

BozemanChicago

BZN - ORD

BZNORD

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Thu 6/26

12:50 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

7:15 am-9:53 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$235

MissoulaChicago

MSO - ORD

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Thu 8/14

5:07 am-9:31 am

Nonstop3h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

9:45 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$235

BozemanChicago

BZN - ORD

BZNORD

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 6/18

5:30 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/22

7:00 am-2:43 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$237

MissoulaChicago

MSO - ORD

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Thu 9/11

5:20 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

8:50 am-11:28 am

Nonstop3h 38m

$239

MissoulaChicago

MSO - ORD

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 4/22

2:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/25

5:56 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$248

MissoulaChicago

MSO - ORD

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 4/22

2:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/25

7:19 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop19h 39m

$268

MissoulaChicago

MSO - ORD

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 6/13

3:15 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/16

8:27 am-2:17 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$280

BozemanSt. Louis

BZN - STL

BZNSTL

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 7/11

5:10 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 7/14

6:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

$287

MissoulaChicago

MSO - ORD

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 5/16

10:05 pm-9:24 am

2 stops34h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

9:02 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop25h 18m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Montana to Illinois

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Montana 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 April 2, 2025.

When flying from Montana 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.

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 April 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Montana to Illinois to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
9,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
4,272 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,898 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,345 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
8,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 Montana 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 Montana to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $106. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Montana to Illinois for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montana to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Montana 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 5 airlines flying from Montana to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Montana 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$205Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$388Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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