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$243+ 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — AEX
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Alexandria

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 December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/202:50 pmORD - AEX
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:44 amAEX - ORD
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3111:53 amORD - AEX
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:44 amAEX - ORD
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/244:04 pmBMI - AEX
1 stop4h 31mDelta
Sat 12/274:44 pmAEX - BMI
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/17$688
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2411:18 amBMI - AEX
2 stops35h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/2710:06 amAEX - BMI
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$761
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/219:05 amORD - AEX
2 stops8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/285:44 amAEX - ORD
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$834
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/313:29 pmMDW - AEX
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Sun 1/46:00 amAEX - MDW
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/16$843
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/219:50 amMDW - AEX
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Sun 12/286:00 amAEX - MDW
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/204:03 pmMDW - AEX
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Sun 12/286:00 amAEX - MDW
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/17$1,273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/201:35 pmORD - AEX
2 stops7h 15mDelta
Sun 12/286:00 amAEX - ORD
2 stops11h 47mDelta
Deal found 12/17$2,010

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St. LouisAlexandria

STL - AEX

STLAEX

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/2

5:16 am-9:36 am

1 stop4h 20m

Alexandria

Tue 1/6

2:23 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$278

ChicagoAlexandria

ORD - AEX

ORDAEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

11:19 am-3:56 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Alexandria

Tue 5/12

5:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$283

BloomingtonAlexandria

BMI - AEX

BMIAEX

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 1/15

3:35 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Alexandria

Mon 1/19

5:00 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$347

St. LouisAlexandria

STL - AEX

STLAEX

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/11

5:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Alexandria

Thu 1/15

6:06 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 59m

$433

St. LouisAlexandria

STL - AEX

STLAEX

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop5h 04m

Alexandria

Thu 1/15

5:00 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$433

BloomingtonAlexandria

BMI - AEX

BMIAEX

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 1/15

4:03 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Alexandria

Mon 1/19

6:06 am-2:40 pm

2 stops8h 34m

$434

ChicagoAlexandria

ORD - AEX

ORDAEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

11:53 am-5:49 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Alexandria

Sun 1/4

5:44 am-11:44 am

1 stop6h 00m

$558

ChicagoAlexandria

MDW - AEX

MDWAEX

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

3:29 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Alexandria

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

$843

ChicagoAlexandria

ORD - AEX

ORDAEX

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/4

2:50 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Alexandria

Mon 1/5

6:19 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$900

ChicagoAlexandria

MDW - AEX

MDWAEX

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/21

9:50 am-4:04 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Alexandria

Sun 12/28

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

$1,233

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana (average of $199). Flying from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana in February is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana?

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana in about 4h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17m. Airlines will cover a distance of 527 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana are Bloomington-Normal - Alexandria, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Alexandria and Chicago Midway - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana (average of $199). Flying from Illinois to Alexandria, Louisiana in February is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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

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DeltaCheapest$286Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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