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$61+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Memphis (MEM)

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ORD — MEM
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$212
(Delta)

One-way from

$61
(Frontier)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Memphis
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 5/85:05 amORD - MEM
1 stop11h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/122:42 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop23h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/156:04 amMDW - MEM
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Thu 4/176:25 amMEM - MDW
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/19$212
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/37:02 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 4/105:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/79:20 amMDW - MEM
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 3/106:30 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 3/196:00 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Wed 3/264:30 pmMEM - STL
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/66:45 amMDW - MEM
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Sun 4/137:38 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop28h 43mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$219
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/511:10 amORD - MEM
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Sat 4/126:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/19$227
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/27:13 pmORD - MEM
1 stop24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/72:35 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops18h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/64:22 pmMLI - MEM
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/117:00 amMEM - MLI
1 stop4h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/187:30 amORD - MEM
2 stops12h 45mSouthwest
Sat 4/198:25 amMEM - ORD
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$243
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:50 amORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/106:15 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$253
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 4/36:47 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop29h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/68:57 amMEM - STL
1 stop8h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$254

Find flights from Illinois to Memphis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Memphis 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Memphis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

5:05 am-4:05 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Memphis

Mon 5/12

2:42 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$209

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/15

6:04 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Memphis

Thu 4/17

6:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$212

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/3

7:02 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Memphis

Thu 4/10

5:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/7

9:20 am-5:00 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Memphis

Mon 3/10

6:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 35m

$217

St. LouisMemphis

STL - MEM

STLMEM

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/19

6:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Memphis

Wed 3/26

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$217

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/6

6:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop11h 54m

Memphis

Sun 4/13

7:38 pm-12:21 am

1 stop28h 43m

$219

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

6:15 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 11m

Memphis

Sat 4/12

12:10 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$227

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/2

7:13 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop24h 01m

Memphis

Fri 3/7

2:35 pm-9:07 am

2 stops18h 32m

$237

MolineMemphis

MLI - MEM

MLIMEM

Moline Quad-City

Thu 3/6

4:22 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Memphis

Tue 3/11

7:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 16m

$239

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/18

7:30 am-8:15 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Memphis

Sat 4/19

8:25 am-4:25 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$243

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Memphis

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Memphis

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Illinois to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 IL to MEM?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Memphis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Memphis, 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 Illinois to Memphis

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Memphis. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to MEM are scheduled on a Thursday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Memphis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Memphis ranges from 3.2 - 5.5 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.5 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Memphis when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Memphis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Memphis, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Memphis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Memphis. 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 Memphis. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Memphis. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Memphis. 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 into for flights to Memphis from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Memphis from Illinois, you will be flying to Memphis, which is the city’s only airport. Memphis (MEM) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Memphis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Memphis 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $70 and $89, respectively.

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

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Memphis from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (72%), Air New Zealand (72%), Lufthansa( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Memphis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $88. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis) can be booked for $149 on average our data indicates $248 when flying from Illinois to Memphis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Illinois to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Memphis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Memphis. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$156Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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