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$62+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Boston (BOS)

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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BOS
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Boston

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Boston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Boston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Wed 12/1711:25 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 24mJetBlue
Tue 1/203:35 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 12/6$124
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:38 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 28mJetBlue
Tue 12/168:30 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 12/8$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Mon 12/156:15 pmMDW - BOS
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Thu 1/15:30 amBOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6$127
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/138:40 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/147:07 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Fri 12/127:00 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/157:01 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$132
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/105:12 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/176:00 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$133
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/128:38 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 28mJetBlue
Sun 12/145:29 pmBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 12/8$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Sat 12/135:35 pmMDW - BOS
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/145:15 amBOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/1811:20 amORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/116:00 amBOS - ORD
Nonstop3h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/106:15 pmMDW - BOS
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Sun 12/145:15 amBOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/5$142
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/158:38 pmORD - BOS
Nonstop2h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/156:00 amBOS - ORD
1 stop7h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$145
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/189:35 amMDW - BOS
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sun 1/49:25 amBOS - MDW
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/6$147

Find flight deals from Illinois to Boston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Boston flight deals. Data was last updated December 8, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$62
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$264

Good round-trip deal

$127 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Boston 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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Boston that are best for you.

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ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

7:05 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 1/20

8:25 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$127

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/12

6:05 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 2/18

5:30 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$132

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

11:00 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/17

5:15 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$132

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

7:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 1/30

3:35 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$137

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

10:00 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$137

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

10:15 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$137

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/31

5:40 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 2/1

5:20 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$142

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

9:40 am-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Boston Logan Intl

Sun 2/1

3:20 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$152

ChicagoBoston

ORD - BOS

ORDBOS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/7

6:04 am-2:57 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-9:09 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$157

ChicagoBoston

MDW - BOS

MDWBOS

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/9

5:35 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 1/12

1:20 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$157

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Boston

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Boston (average of $88). Flying from Illinois to Boston in February is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 BOS?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Boston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 8, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Boston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 66% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Boston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Boston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 Boston

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Boston. 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 December 8, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to BOS are scheduled on a Friday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (42 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, Boston Logan Intl (BOS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Boston from Illinois.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Boston?

    Delta, Southwest, and JetBlue can get you from Illinois to Boston in just under 2h 20m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Illinois to Boston is about 857 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $55. Spirit Airlines flights start at $55 while deals on Southwest start at $58 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Boston is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Boston Logan Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Boston Logan Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Boston Logan Intl.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Illinois to Boston on time: Envoy Air (79%), JetBlue (76%), Hawaiian Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Boston?

    The cheapest flight price from Illinois to Boston is $60. On average you can expect to pay $519. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Boston Logan Intl), can usually be booked for $127.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Boston (average of $88). Flying from Illinois to Boston in February is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 7 airlines flying from Illinois to Boston

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Boston. 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$78Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$104Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$136Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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