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$88+ 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LIT
oct. 17 — oct. 241
vie. 10/17
vie. 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Arkansas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Arkansas flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$209 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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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 septiembre 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/2412:11 pmMDW - MEM
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
dom. 10/268:10 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop15h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/36:00 amORD - LIT
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
dom. 10/55:46 pmLIT - ORD
2 stops16h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$193
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/25:35 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 13mFrontier
lun. 10/66:22 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops19h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$193
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/15:28 pmORD - MEM
1 stop5h 40mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/47:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop9h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:10 amORD - MEM
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
mié. 10/157:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$196
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 11/199:00 amORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 10mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/25:00 pmLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/157:45 amMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
mié. 10/227:00 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/147:50 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/212:48 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$197
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/17:55 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop21h 53mFrontier
dom. 10/58:04 pmMEM - STL
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 11/246:29 pmORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 02mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/26:45 amLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:10 amORD - MEM
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
mar. 10/147:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
sáb. 10/118:02 amORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/145:30 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$207

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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 septiembre 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Arkansas that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Arkansas

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Return

Price

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 10/14

7:50 pm-9:48 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Memphis

mar. 10/21

10:57 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

$197

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/15

7:45 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Memphis

mié. 10/22

7:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$197

St. LouisMemphis

STL - MEM

STLMEM

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 10/1

7:55 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop21h 53m

Memphis

dom. 10/5

8:04 pm-9:06 am

1 stop13h 02m

$202

ChicagoLittle Rock

ORD - LIT

ORDLIT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 10/18

12:35 pm-2:32 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Little Rock

mar. 10/21

6:10 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$203

ChicagoLittle Rock

ORD - LIT

ORDLIT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/3

6:00 am-2:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Little Rock

dom. 10/5

5:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$207

ChicagoLittle Rock

ORD - LIT

ORDLIT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 11/7

6:29 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Little Rock

dom. 11/9

6:45 am-8:53 am

Nonstop2h 08m

$209

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/10

9:09 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

dom. 10/12

5:05 am-6:58 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$209

ChicagoLittle Rock

ORD - LIT

ORDLIT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/10

7:35 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop2h 06m

Little Rock

lun. 10/13

6:10 pm-8:13 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$209

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 10/25

8:50 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

lun. 10/27

7:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$209

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/31

12:36 pm-2:38 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

dom. 11/2

6:28 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$209

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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

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 $340). Flying from Illinois to Arkansas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $426). 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 septiembre 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Arkansas as you normally would.

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 septiembre 17, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USAR are scheduled on a Monday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 septiembre 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 35m. The distance from Illinois to Arkansas is about 481 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $99 and $99 on United 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 $340). Flying from Illinois to Arkansas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $426). 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 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 septiembre 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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