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$219+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Santa Fe (SAF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SAF
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Santa Fe

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Round-trip from

$219
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

November

Average price

$598
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Santa Fe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Santa Fe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 7/14:45 pmSTL - SAF
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/81:23 pmSAF - STL
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/307:06 amORD - SAF
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/43:19 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$224
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/155:26 amSTL - SAF
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/192:00 pmSAF - STL
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$254
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:05 amORD - SAF
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/216:05 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop5h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$254

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Santa Fe that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Santa Fe

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Return

Price

St. LouisSanta Fe

STL - SAF

STLSAF

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/1

4:45 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Santa Fe

Tue 7/8

1:23 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$219

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

7:06 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Santa Fe

Wed 6/4

3:19 pm-12:37 am

1 stop8h 18m

$224

St. LouisSanta Fe

STL - SAF

STLSAF

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/15

5:26 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 04m

Santa Fe

Sat 4/19

2:00 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$254

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

5:05 am-9:32 am

1 stop5h 27m

Santa Fe

Wed 5/21

6:05 pm-12:29 am

1 stop5h 24m

$254

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/14

7:06 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$230

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/15

5:05 am-9:32 am

1 stop5h 27m

$270

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Deals found on 3/30

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Santa Fe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Santa Fe

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Santa Fe (average of $372). Flying from Illinois to Santa Fe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 SAF?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Santa Fe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Santa Fe by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Fe ranges from 0.5 - 2.6 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.6 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Santa Fe when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Santa Fe by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Fe, 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 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Fe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Fe. 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 Santa Fe. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to Santa Fe have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Santa Fe. 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 Santa Fe from Illinois?

    Santa Fe (SAF), located 9.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Santa Fe.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Santa Fe (average of $372). Flying from Illinois to Santa Fe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Santa Fe

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Santa Fe. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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