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$143+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Alexandria, LA (AEX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AEX
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Alexandria

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Alexandria flight deals. Data was last updated julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$286
(Delta)

One-way from

$143
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Alexandria
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Alexandria. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/274:25 pmMDW - AEX
1 stop4h 41mDelta
mié. 9/35:05 pmAEX - MDW
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/30$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/275:45 amORD - AEX
1 stop5h 23mDelta
mié. 9/35:05 pmAEX - ORD
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/30$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/46:01 amSTL - AEX
1 stop5h 05mDelta
mar. 10/711:51 amAEX - STL
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/30$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/263:39 pmBMI - AEX
1 stop5h 43mDelta
dom. 9/285:05 pmAEX - BMI
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/31$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
vie. 9/262:51 pmBMI - AEX
2 stops8h 07mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/286:24 pmAEX - BMI
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mié. 8/137:23 amSTL - AEX
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/176:26 pmAEX - STL
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
sáb. 8/161:07 pmSPI - AEX
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
mié. 8/205:50 amAEX - SPI
2 stops10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$475
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
vie. 8/15:08 pmORD - AEX
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/105:50 amAEX - ORD
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$601

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

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ChicagoAlexandria

MDW - AEX

MDWAEX

Chicago Midway

mié. 8/27

4:25 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop4h 41m

Alexandria

mié. 9/3

5:05 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$286

ChicagoAlexandria

ORD - AEX

ORDAEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/27

5:45 am-11:08 am

1 stop5h 23m

Alexandria

mié. 9/3

5:05 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$286

St. LouisAlexandria

STL - AEX

STLAEX

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 10/4

6:01 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 05m

Alexandria

mar. 10/7

11:51 am-3:55 pm

1 stop4h 04m

$346

BloomingtonAlexandria

BMI - AEX

BMIAEX

Bloomington-Normal

vie. 9/26

3:39 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Alexandria

dom. 9/28

5:05 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$356

BloomingtonAlexandria

BMI - AEX

BMIAEX

Bloomington-Normal

vie. 9/26

2:51 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops8h 07m

Alexandria

dom. 9/28

6:24 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$402

St. LouisAlexandria

STL - AEX

STLAEX

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 8/13

7:23 am-6:05 pm

2 stops10h 42m

Alexandria

dom. 8/17

6:26 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$402

SpringfieldAlexandria

SPI - AEX

SPIAEX

Springfield Capital

sáb. 8/16

1:07 pm-10:58 pm

2 stops9h 51m

Alexandria

mié. 8/20

5:50 am-3:52 pm

2 stops10h 02m

$475

ChicagoAlexandria

ORD - AEX

ORDAEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/20

1:20 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$143

ChicagoAlexandria

ORD - AEX

ORDAEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/20

10:35 am-9:08 pm

2 stops10h 33m

$149

BloomingtonAlexandria

BMI - AEX

BMIAEX

Bloomington-Normal

jue. 8/21

3:47 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$254

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Alexandria

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Alexandria

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana (average of $468). Flying from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana in November is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Alexandria

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alexandria. 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 Alexandria. Reviews last updated julio 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and American Airlines from Illinois to Alexandria by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Alexandria (AEX) if they book a flight to Alexandria from Illinois. Alexandria is conveniently located just 5.8 mi from Alexandria’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Alexandria 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 Alexandria, Louisiana?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana (average of $468). Flying from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana in November is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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 Alexandria

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Illinois to Alexandria. 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 julio 31, 2025.
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DeltaCheapest$286Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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