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$193+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Anchorage (ANC)

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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ANC
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Anchorage

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/117:36 pm
STL
-
ANC
1 stop17h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/242:28 am
ANC
-
STL
1 stop18h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$385
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 8/266:08 pm
STL
-
ANC
1 stop19h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/17:07 am
ANC
-
STL
1 stop27h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$387
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/277:36 pm
STL
-
ANC
2 stops15h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/315:07 am
ANC
-
STL
1 stop15h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$389
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/247:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/311:29 am
ANC
-
ORD
1 stop19h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$392
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/117:36 pm
STL
-
ANC
1 stop17h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/171:29 am
ANC
-
STL
2 stops12h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$392
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 8/277:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/310:28 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Fri 11/137:55 pm
STL
-
ANC
2 stops20h 45m
Delta
Sat 11/148:49 pm
ANC
-
STL
1 stop10h 59m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 11/116:30 am
STL
-
ANC
1 stop17h 33m
Delta
Tue 11/179:55 pm
ANC
-
STL
1 stop7h 53m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$395
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 11/119:45 am
STL
-
ANC
1 stop14h 18m
Delta
Sun 11/159:55 pm
ANC
-
STL
1 stop22h 23m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$396
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Wed 8/197:20 am
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/2610:28 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/2611:00 am
STL
-
ANC
2 stops13h 20m
Delta
Tue 9/12:22 pm
ANC
-
STL
2 stops15h 15m
Delta
Deal found 7/24$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/94:53 pm
ORD
-
ANC
Nonstop6h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 9/169:54 pm
ANC
-
ORD
Nonstop6h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$399

Find flight deals from Illinois to Anchorage

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Anchorage flight deals. Data was last updated July 27, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$385
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$193
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$600

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$235 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Anchorage 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Anchorage that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/11

7:36 pm-1:38 am

1 stop9h 02m

Anchorage

Thu 9/24

12:57 am-6:38 pm

1 stop14h 41m

$385

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/27

7:36 pm-8:20 am

2 stops15h 44m

Anchorage

Mon 8/31

5:07 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$389

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 9/11

6:15 am-5:14 pm

1 stop13h 59m

Anchorage

Fri 9/18

8:00 am-12:44 am

2 stops13h 44m

$392

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/27

2:32 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop11h 52m

Anchorage

Mon 8/31

12:54 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$395

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 8/22

5:34 pm-12:59 am

1 stop10h 25m

Anchorage

Mon 8/24

12:54 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$395

St. LouisAnchorage

STL - ANC

STLANC

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/30

8:00 am-8:12 pm

2 stops15h 12m

Anchorage

Mon 9/7

10:10 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops14h 44m

$397
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

12:56 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop11h 33m

Anchorage

Fri 9/4

9:20 pm-6:32 am

Nonstop6h 12m

$407

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

5:56 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Anchorage

Thu 9/3

11:01 am-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$413

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

12:54 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Anchorage

Thu 9/3

12:39 am-11:59 am

1 stop8h 20m

$413

ChicagoAnchorage

ORD - ANC

ORDANC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/3

8:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop13h 55m

Anchorage

Sun 9/6

1:32 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$413

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Anchorage

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Anchorage (average of $368). Flying from Illinois to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Anchorage in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Anchorage

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Anchorage. 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 July 27, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to ANC are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Anchorage?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Illinois to Anchorage flights typically cost between $390 and $546 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $392 on Alaska Airlines (Aug 24-Aug 31).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Illinois to Anchorage?

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Illinois to Anchorage. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Anchorage?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Anchorage. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Anchorage flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Anchorage (ANC) if they book a flight to Anchorage from Illinois. Anchorage is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Anchorage’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Anchorage?

    For as low as $385, Alaska Airlines can have you in Anchorage from Illinois in 9h 02m. Illinois and Anchorage are separated by a distance of 2927 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $160. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Anchorage for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Anchorage or Lambert-St Louis - Anchorage, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Anchorage is the most popular route from Illinois to Anchorage.

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

    Consider Atlas Air (100%), Qatar Airways (95%) or Alaska Airlines (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Anchorage.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Anchorage?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Anchorage is generally $1,023, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $181. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Anchorage), you can expect to pay $386 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Anchorage (average of $368). Flying from Illinois to Anchorage in July is currently the most expensive (average of $592). 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 4 airlines flying from Illinois to Anchorage

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Anchorage. 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$338Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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