Arkansas

$76+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Arkansas

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — XNA
May 22 — May 291
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Arkansas

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Arkansas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Arkansas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Mon 5/1810:05 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Wed 5/207:34 pm
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/17$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/204:50 pm
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/275:15 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22$200
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/169:45 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop7h 55m
American Airlines
Tue 5/197:34 pm
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/17$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/197:07 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop6h 37m
Delta
Tue 5/262:30 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 56m
Delta
Deal found 4/21$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/206:23 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop7h 21m
Delta
Wed 5/2712:11 pm
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/22$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/166:24 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop5h 07m
Delta
Tue 5/1910:30 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 26m
Delta
Deal found 4/17$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/1610:45 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop6h 24m
Delta
Tue 5/196:00 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop7h 19m
Delta
Deal found 4/17$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/288:05 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop9h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/318:33 pm
MEM
-
ORD
2 stops40h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/305:11 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop14h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/17:03 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop17h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1612:40 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 59m
United Airlines
Tue 5/196:40 pm
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$225
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:00 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop4h 59m
Frontier
Sun 5/3111:59 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 4/21$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/165:30 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop23h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/235:37 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop29h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$226

Find flight deals from Illinois to Arkansas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Arkansas flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$76
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less

Good one-way deal

$258 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Little Rock flight deals.
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From Illinois to Arkansas
One-way flight from Illinois to Arkansas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Arkansas.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Arkansas.

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/16

10:45 am-5:09 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Memphis

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$218

ChicagoLittle Rock

MDW - LIT

MDWLIT

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/27

5:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Little Rock

Sat 5/30

4:25 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$235

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

8:03 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Memphis

Mon 5/18

6:40 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$239

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/18

6:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Memphis

Wed 5/20

5:15 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$240

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

6:24 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 07m

Memphis

Tue 5/19

10:36 am-4:29 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$245

ChicagoLittle Rock

MDW - LIT

MDWLIT

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/10

6:30 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 40m

Little Rock

Sat 6/13

7:40 am-5:00 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$247

ChicagoLittle Rock

MDW - LIT

MDWLIT

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/23

3:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Little Rock

Wed 5/27

5:40 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$254

ChicagoLittle Rock

MDW - LIT

MDWLIT

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

5:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 55m

Little Rock

Sat 5/30

4:25 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$259

MolineMemphis

MLI - MEM

MLIMEM

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/27

6:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 35m

Memphis

Tue 6/30

6:40 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$261

MolineMemphis

MLI - MEM

MLIMEM

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/27

5:56 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 41m

Memphis

Tue 6/30

5:54 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$261

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Arkansas from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Arkansas

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas (average of $143). Flying from Illinois to Arkansas in January is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 AR?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Arkansas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to Arkansas in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Arkansas. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Arkansas

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Arkansas. 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 April 22, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to USAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Arkansas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Arkansas. 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 Arkansas. Reviews last updated April 22, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Illinois to Arkansas have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Arkansas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Arkansas?

    Departing from Illinois to Arkansas will take you 2h 06m. The distance from Illinois to Arkansas is about 492 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 Arkansas one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $133. Users have also found prices from $133 and $149 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas (average of $143). Flying from Illinois to Arkansas in January is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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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Alternative routes for Illinois to Arkansas

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Top 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Arkansas

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Arkansas. 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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