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$156+ Cheap flights from Wausau (CWA) to Illinois

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CWA — ORD
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wausau to Illinois

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$156
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$381
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Cheapest flights from Wausau to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wausau to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/286:20 pmCWA - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/18:00 amORD - CWA
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/287:05 amCWA - ORD
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Mon 6/305:39 pmORD - CWA
1 stop3h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/17$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/127:05 amCWA - STL
1 stop3h 27mDelta
Sun 6/152:15 pmSTL - CWA
2 stops6h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/17$477
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/129:44 amCWA - STL
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/156:00 amSTL - CWA
1 stop3h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$488
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 4/187:00 amCWA - MDW
2 stops5h 35mDelta
Mon 4/2110:20 amMDW - CWA
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/16$502

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WausauChicago

CWA - ORD

CWAORD

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 6/28

6:20 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

8:00 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$281

WausauChicago

CWA - ORD

CWAORD

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Sat 6/28

7:05 am-12:03 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/30

5:39 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop3h 22m

$316

WausauSt. Louis

CWA - STL

CWASTL

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Thu 5/15

11:32 am-3:21 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

$377

WausauSt. Louis

CWA - STL

CWASTL

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Thu 6/12

7:05 am-10:32 am

1 stop3h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/15

2:15 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops6h 46m

$477

WausauChicago

CWA - MDW

CWAMDW

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Fri 5/2

7:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops5h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/6

10:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$580

WausauChicago

CWA - ORD

CWAORD

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Fri 6/27

9:44 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$156

WausauChicago

CWA - ORD

CWAORD

Wausau Central Wisconsin

Wed 5/14

2:45 pm-7:49 am

2 stops17h 04m

$164

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Deals found on 4/17

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wausau to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Wausau to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CWA to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Wausau 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 17, 2025.

When flying from Wausau 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 Wausau to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Wausau 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from CWA to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 April 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Wausau to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 Wausau 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 Wausau to Illinois?

    Most people fly from Wausau Central Wisconsin (CWA) if they book a flight from Wausau to Illinois. Wausau Central Wisconsin is conveniently located just 12.6 mi from Wausau’s city center.

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

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Wausau, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (78%), American Airlines (67%), Qatar Airways( 53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wausau to Illinois?

    The cheapest flight price from Wausau to Illinois is $175. On average you can expect to pay $616. The most popular route, (Wausau Central Wisconsin - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $350.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wausau to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Wausau to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 airline flying from Wausau to Illinois

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Wausau 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$261Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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