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$61+ Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Illinois

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Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Illinois

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Illinois (USIL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)
From San Antonio to Illinois
One-way flight from San Antonio to Illinois

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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 2/37:15 pmSAT - STL
1 stop28h 16mFrontier
Thu 2/68:31 pmSTL - SAT
1 stop23h 04mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$118
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/135:58 pmSAT - STL
1 stop28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/204:00 pmSTL - SAT
1 stop18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sat 2/86:00 amSAT - STL
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/115:03 amSTL - SAT
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 4/127:00 amSAT - STL
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/153:40 pmSTL - SAT
2 stops7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1511:03 amSAT - STL
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Sun 2/164:40 pmSTL - SAT
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 1/16$239
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 2/86:00 amSAT - MLI
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/95:00 amMLI - SAT
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/127:48 amSAT - PIA
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/184:40 pmPIA - SAT
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/151:18 pmSAT - MLI
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/213:34 pmMLI - SAT
1 stop7h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 3/211:17 amSAT - ORD
3 stops23h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 3/97:42 pmORD - SAT
1 stop14h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/16$309
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 2/215:58 pmSAT - MDW
1 stop11h 23mFrontier
Sun 2/236:40 amMDW - SAT
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sat 2/86:00 amSAT - ORD
Nonstop2h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/108:45 pmORD - SAT
Nonstop3h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 2/63:35 pmSAT - MDW
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Mon 2/106:45 pmMDW - SAT
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/15$317

Find flights from San Antonio to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio 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 January 17, 2025.

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San AntonioSt. Louis

SAT - STL

SATSTL

San Antonio

Mon 2/3

7:15 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop28h 16m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/6

8:31 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop23h 04m

$118

San AntonioSt. Louis

SAT - STL

SATSTL

San Antonio

Thu 2/13

5:58 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop28h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 2/20

4:00 pm-10:22 am

1 stop18h 22m

$202

San AntonioSt. Louis

SAT - STL

SATSTL

San Antonio

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/11

5:03 am-9:22 am

1 stop4h 19m

$229

San AntonioSt. Louis

SAT - STL

SATSTL

San Antonio

Sat 4/12

7:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/15

3:40 pm-11:18 pm

2 stops7h 38m

$234

San AntonioSt. Louis

SAT - STL

SATSTL

San Antonio

Sat 2/15

11:03 am-3:34 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/16

4:40 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 47m

$239

San AntonioMoline

SAT - MLI

SATMLI

San Antonio

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 53m

Moline Quad-City

Sun 2/9

5:00 am-11:17 am

1 stop6h 17m

$259

San AntonioPeoria

SAT - PIA

SATPIA

San Antonio

Wed 2/12

7:48 am-3:50 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Greater Peoria

Tue 2/18

4:40 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$269

San AntonioMoline

SAT - MLI

SATMLI

San Antonio

Sat 2/15

1:18 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 2/21

3:34 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$299

San AntonioChicago

SAT - ORD

SATORD

San Antonio

Sun 3/2

11:17 am-11:05 am

3 stops23h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

7:42 pm-10:03 am

1 stop14h 21m

$309

San AntonioChicago

SAT - MDW

SATMDW

San Antonio

Fri 2/21

5:58 pm-5:21 am

1 stop11h 23m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/23

6:40 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$310

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Travel insights for flights from San Antonio to Illinois

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Antonio to Illinois including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from San Antonio to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 SAT to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Antonio 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 January 17, 2025.

When flying from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from San Antonio 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 January 17, 2025.

The most flights from SAT to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 January 17, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Antonio to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest. 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.
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Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio to Illinois. 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 from for flights from San Antonio to Illinois?

    Located just 7.6 mi from the city center, San Antonio (SAT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from San Antonio.

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

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $101 and $115, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Antonio to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Antonio to Illinois?

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from San Antonio, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Iberia (98%), Japan Airlines (97%), Royal Jordanian( 92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Antonio to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $183. While the most popular route (San Antonio - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $167 on average our data indicates $1,121 when flying from San Antonio to Illinois.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Illinois?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from San Antonio to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 San Antonio to Illinois

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$112Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$222Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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