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$226+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Waco (ACT)

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ACT
Feb 9 — Feb 161
Sun 2/9
Sun 2/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Waco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Waco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Wed 3/55:37 pmSTL - ACT
1 stop4h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1110:26 amACT - STL
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/4$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/224:55 pmORD - ACT
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/266:00 amACT - ORD
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/3$381
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/47:16 pmORD - ACT
3 stops26h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/65:10 amACT - ORD
3 stops24h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/3$2,924

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St. LouisWaco

STL - ACT

STLACT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/5

5:37 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Waco

Tue 3/11

10:26 am-4:41 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$226

ChicagoWaco

ORD - ACT

ORDACT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/22

4:55 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Waco

Wed 2/26

6:00 am-11:03 am

1 stop5h 03m

$381

ChicagoWaco

ORD - ACT

ORDACT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/4

7:16 pm-10:13 pm

3 stops26h 57m

Waco

Sun 4/6

5:10 am-5:40 am

3 stops24h 30m

$2,924

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Deals found on 2/4

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Waco

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Waco (average of $319). Flying from Illinois to Waco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 ACT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Waco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 4, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Waco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Waco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Waco ranges from 1.8 - 4.6 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.6 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Waco when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Waco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Waco, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Waco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Waco. 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 Waco. Reviews last updated February 4, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,680 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,680 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,680 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,680 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Waco from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Waco from Illinois, you will be flying to Waco, which is the city’s only airport. Waco (ACT) is located 6.2 mi from the center of Waco.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Waco is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Waco. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Waco or Moline Quad-City - Waco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Waco (average of $319). Flying from Illinois to Waco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 Illinois to Waco

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American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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