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$39+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Sarasota (SRQ)

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ORD — SRQ
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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$45
(Frontier)

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November

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January

Average price

$319

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Mon 3/175:06 pmORD - SRQ
Nonstop2h 53mFrontier
Mon 3/249:59 pmSRQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$81
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.
Thu 3/610:38 amMLI - SRQ
Nonstop2h 36mAllegiant Air
Sun 3/168:01 amSRQ - MLI
Nonstop2h 47mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$99
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/104:35 pmPIA - SRQ
Nonstop2h 32mAllegiant Air
Thu 4/172:35 pmSRQ - PIA
Nonstop2h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/19$104
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.
Tue 5/69:00 amSTL - SRQ
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Mon 5/121:55 pmSRQ - STL
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$197
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Wed 4/2310:13 amORD - SRQ
Nonstop2h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/292:49 pmSRQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$197
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/26:00 amMDW - SRQ
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Wed 4/96:30 pmSRQ - MDW
1 stop4h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/20$217
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 3/185:45 amORD - SRQ
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Wed 4/166:20 pmSRQ - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 2/19$237
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 4/29:05 amMDW - SRQ
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Wed 4/98:10 amSRQ - MDW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$247
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Tue 3/116:45 amORD - SRQ
2 stops30h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/2510:12 amSRQ - ORD
2 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$251
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Sat 3/812:52 pmSTL - SRQ
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Fri 3/146:00 amSRQ - STL
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Deal found 2/20$257
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Tue 4/15:03 pmMLI - SRQ
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Sat 4/510:48 amSRQ - MLI
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 2/19$259
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Wed 4/21:24 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop8h 51mJetBlue
Tue 4/87:00 amSRQ - ORD
1 stop6h 27mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$262

Find flights from Illinois to Sarasota within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Sarasota 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

Sarasota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSarasota

ORD - SRQ

ORDSRQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/17

5:06 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 3/24

9:59 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop3h 13m

$81

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Thu 3/6

10:38 am-2:14 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 3/16

8:01 am-9:48 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$99

PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Sun 4/13

4:35 pm-8:07 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Thu 4/17

2:35 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$104

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/6

9:00 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 5/12

1:55 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$197

ChicagoSarasota

ORD - SRQ

ORDSRQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/23

10:13 am-1:59 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 4/29

2:49 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$197

ChicagoSarasota

MDW - SRQ

MDWSRQ

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/2

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 4/9

6:30 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$217

ChicagoSarasota

ORD - SRQ

ORDSRQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/18

5:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 4/16

6:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$237

ChicagoSarasota

MDW - SRQ

MDWSRQ

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/2

9:05 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 4/9

8:10 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 30m

$247

ChicagoSarasota

ORD - SRQ

ORDSRQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

6:45 am-1:57 pm

2 stops30h 12m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 3/25

10:12 am-7:34 am

2 stops22h 22m

$251

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 3/8

12:52 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-9:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

$257

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Sarasota

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota (average of $241). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 SRQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Sarasota. 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.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Sarasota

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Sarasota. 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 SRQ are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Sarasota by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sarasota ranges from 2.2 - 9.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Sarasota when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Sarasota by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sarasota, 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 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sarasota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sarasota. 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 Sarasota. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Sarasota, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways and Delta. 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

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 Sarasota. 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 Sarasota from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Sarasota from Illinois, you will be flying to Sarasota Bradenton Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Sarasota.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Sarasota are Frontier ($45), Allegiant Air ($90), and Southwest ($99).

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

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Sarasota from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (100%), Air Canada (88%), Emirates( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Sarasota?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $29. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sarasota Bradenton Intl) can be booked for $85 on average our data indicates $617 when flying from Illinois to Sarasota.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota (average of $241). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $340). 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 Illinois to Sarasota

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Sarasota. 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
FrontierCheapest$37Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$94Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$155Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$289Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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