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$53+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Illinois

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HOU — ORD
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 December 18, 2024.

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$117
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$53
(Cheapflightsfares)
From Houston Hobby to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/316:00 amHOU - ORD
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/125:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:35 pmHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/318:50 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:25 pmHOU - ORD
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Tue 12/314:35 pmORD - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$396
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:05 amHOU - STL
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Thu 1/27:05 amSTL - HOU
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$418
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/207:47 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop26h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/36:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$471
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/206:19 pmHOU - MLI
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/246:12 amMLI - HOU
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/309:05 amHOU - STL
1 stop3h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/75:03 amSTL - HOU
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/174:27 pmHOU - PIA
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/226:16 amPIA - HOU
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$579
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/253:10 pmHOU - MDW
1 stop6h 56mDelta
Tue 12/313:32 pmMDW - HOU
1 stop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/17$592
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/256:03 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Tue 12/311:57 pmORD - HOU
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/206:00 amHOU - SPI
2 stops8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/222:51 pmSPI - HOU
2 stops9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$726
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/206:49 pmHOU - STL
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Mon 12/235:17 pmSTL - HOU
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/16$743

Find flights from Hobby to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 December 18, 2024.

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HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/29

6:16 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 01m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/30

7:15 am-9:36 am

1 stop26h 21m

$117

HoustonSt. Louis

HOU - STL

HOUSTL

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/16

10:36 am-9:16 am

1 stop22h 40m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/18

7:09 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop22h 17m

$138

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/8

6:18 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop19h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

7:25 am-9:33 am

1 stop26h 08m

$157

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/29

6:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/30

8:25 am-11:15 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$178

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/1

10:25 am-2:53 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/8

3:41 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$216

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/30

6:37 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

2:59 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$216

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/9

10:36 am-7:25 pm

2 stops32h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/14

8:00 am-5:28 pm

3 stops33h 28m

$219

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/14

8:50 am-11:05 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/16

7:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$254

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/7

11:47 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$256

HoustonPeoria

HOU - PIA

HOUPIA

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/20

10:15 am-3:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Greater Peoria

Mon 2/24

3:37 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$278

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to Illinois

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 HOU to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 December 18, 2024.

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

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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, American Airlines and Frontier from Houston to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
74 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Frontier
6.1
Okay
3,479 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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 Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. Southwest flights start at $79 while deals on Delta start at $108 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 Hobby to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$153Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$190Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$237Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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