Clearwater

$60+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Clearwater, FL

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ORD — MCO
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Clearwater

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Clearwater
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Clearwater. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/185:09 pm
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/223:53 pm
TPA
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ORD
2 stops19h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$129
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1611:28 am
ORD
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TPA
1 stop4h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/204:18 pm
TPA
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ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$131
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1811:45 am
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 54m
Frontier
Mon 4/2010:55 pm
TPA
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ORD
Nonstop3h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/142:15 pm
MDW
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TPA
1 stop9h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/176:02 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$132
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/1411:25 am
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/179:51 pm
TPA
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/162:15 pm
MDW
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TPA
1 stop9h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:02 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$133
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/228:52 pm
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/305:30 am
TPA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/187:34 pm
MDW
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TPA
1 stop20h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/216:02 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/135:25 am
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/168:31 pm
TPA
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ORD
2 stops14h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 5/14:58 pm
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/34:18 pm
TPA
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ORD
Nonstop3h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/187:34 pm
MDW
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TPA
1 stop11h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/206:02 pm
TPA
-
MDW
1 stop5h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$136
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/185:09 pm
ORD
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TPA
Nonstop2h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/195:30 am
TPA
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ORD
1 stop5h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$137

Find flight deals from Illinois to Clearwater

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Clearwater flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$127
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$60
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$239
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Tampa flight deals.
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From Illinois to Clearwater
One-way flight from Illinois to Clearwater
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/4

7:31 am-11:24 am

Nonstop2h 53m

Tampa

Wed 6/10

7:27 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$184

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

6:20 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

Tampa

Sat 5/9

7:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$184
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/30

5:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Tampa

Mon 5/4

7:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$199

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

5:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Mon 5/4

6:30 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$199

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

8:30 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Tampa

Tue 6/2

7:15 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$199

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/1

5:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Tampa

Mon 6/8

10:30 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$205

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

11:55 am-10:00 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Tampa

Sat 5/2

8:25 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$214

ChicagoTampa

MDW - TPA

MDWTPA

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/23

5:10 pm-12:29 am

1 stop6h 19m

Tampa

Wed 5/27

11:01 am-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$219

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

3:45 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 20m

Tampa

Mon 5/11

5:40 am-3:30 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$224

ChicagoTampa

ORD - TPA

ORDTPA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/14

2:00 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Tampa

Sun 5/17

2:00 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Clearwater

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Clearwater (average of $49). Flying from Illinois to Clearwater in December is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 CL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Clearwater. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Clearwater in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Clearwater. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Clearwater flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Clearwater

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Clearwater. 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 4, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to CL9 are scheduled on a Friday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Clearwater in 2h 30m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. Illinois and Clearwater are separated by a distance of 998 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $42 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $47 and $78, respectively.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Clearwater are Lufthansa (87%), Copa Airlines (86%) and United Airlines (84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Clearwater?

    On average you can expect to pay $571 for a flight from Illinois to Clearwater. The cheapest flight overall is $59 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Tampa) is currently priced at $83.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Clearwater (average of $49). Flying from Illinois to Clearwater in December is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 9 airlines flying from Illinois to Clearwater

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Clearwater. 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 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$80Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$108Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$119Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$153Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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