Arkansas

$70+ 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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — XNA
May 29 — Jun 51
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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 29, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/38:55 am
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop2h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 6/107:15 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Tue 5/269:05 pm
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/25:15 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/25$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/1010:30 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 52m
American Airlines
Wed 6/176:10 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$158
This Southern / Mokulele deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Southern / Mokulele is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:20 pm
STL
-
JBR
Nonstop1h 31m
Southern / Mokulele
Wed 8/192:30 pm
JBR
-
STL
Nonstop1h 31m
Southern / Mokulele
Deal found 4/27$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/1010:15 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Wed 6/175:20 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2012:15 pm
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Wed 5/273:00 pm
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/26$173
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:07 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop4h 32m
Delta
Wed 6/106:30 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 34m
Delta
Deal found 4/29$177
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:20 pm
STL
-
JBR
Nonstop1h 31m
Southern / Mokulele
Mon 5/115:05 pm
JBR
-
STL
Nonstop1h 31m
Southern / Mokulele
Deal found 4/26$180
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/274:40 pm
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops5h 05m
Southwest
Wed 6/108:25 am
MEM
-
MDW
2 stops5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/165:06 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 58m
American Airlines
Tue 5/197:34 pm
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/25$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/219:40 pm
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Wed 5/273:00 pm
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:00 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop4h 59m
Frontier
Sun 5/1011:59 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$201

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 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$305 or less

Good one-way deal

$253 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. 14% potential increase in price ($56 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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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Arkansas 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 April 29, 2026.
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

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

8:03 pm-10:04 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Memphis

Tue 6/2

7:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$157
Quickest round-trip

St. LouisJonesboro

STL - JBR

STLJBR

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/2

7:20 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Jonesboro

Thu 6/4

5:05 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$158

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/23

8:08 am-12:35 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Memphis

Tue 6/30

6:30 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 20m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/20

11:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Memphis

Wed 5/27

8:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

7:07 am-11:39 am

1 stop4h 32m

Memphis

Tue 6/2

4:11 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

5:41 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Memphis

Tue 6/9

12:09 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

11:09 am-5:05 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Memphis

Wed 6/10

5:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$177

St. LouisJonesboro

STL - JBR

STLJBR

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/7

7:20 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Jonesboro

Mon 5/11

5:05 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$180

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/23

7:40 am-2:00 pm

2 stops6h 20m

Memphis

Tue 5/26

5:15 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$213

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

7:58 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

Memphis

Mon 6/8

7:15 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas

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

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

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Illinois to Arkansas. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 29, 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 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Arkansas flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 29, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to USAR are scheduled on a Wednesday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 29, 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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 1h 31m. The distance from Illinois to Arkansas is about 202 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 WestJet. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $395. Users have also found prices from $422 and $468 on Cathay Pacific and Air Canada, 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 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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