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$56+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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ORD — FLL
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Fort Lauderdale flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$112
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$56
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$281

Good round-trip deal

$189 or less

Good one-way deal

$87 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/123:34 pmSTL - FLL
Nonstop2h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/152:40 pmFLL - STL
Nonstop2h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$112
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:05 amORD - FLL
Nonstop3h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/26:30 amFLL - ORD
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$127
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 10/106:15 amMDW - FLL
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Mon 10/136:55 pmFLL - MDW
1 stop5h 30mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$145
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/166:00 pmMDW - FLL
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/206:45 amFLL - MDW
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$157
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 7/1710:47 amSTL - FLL
2 stops35h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/242:40 pmFLL - STL
Nonstop2h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$181
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/79:51 pmPIA - FLL
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/102:25 pmFLL - PIA
1 stop25h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/1810:31 amMDW - FLL
1 stop22h 24mAllegiant Air
Mon 7/216:00 amFLL - MDW
1 stop9h 04mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/10$199
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/178:11 pmBMI - FLL
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/248:55 amFLL - BMI
1 stop11h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/2611:01 amORD - FLL
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Wed 9/1011:43 amFLL - ORD
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/12$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/261:09 pmMDW - FLL
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Sat 8/29:55 amFLL - MDW
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/11$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/85:15 amSTL - FLL
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/151:23 pmFLL - STL
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 7/192:52 pmSTL - FLL
1 stop7h 39mFrontier
Sat 7/266:00 amFLL - STL
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$221

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Fort Lauderdale

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/12

3:34 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 7/15

2:40 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$112

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

5:05 am-9:12 am

Nonstop3h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/2

6:30 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$127

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/3

6:00 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$157

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 7/17

10:47 am-11:21 pm

2 stops35h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/24

2:40 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$181

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/5

11:39 am-6:46 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$190

PeoriaFort Lauderdale

PIA - FLL

PIAFLL

Greater Peoria

Mon 7/7

9:51 pm-9:17 am

1 stop10h 26m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/10

2:25 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop25h 33m

$192

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

MDW - FLL

MDWFLL

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/18

10:31 am-9:55 am

1 stop22h 24m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 7/21

6:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$199

BloomingtonFort Lauderdale

BMI - FLL

BMIFLL

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 7/17

8:11 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/24

8:55 am-7:21 pm

1 stop11h 26m

$210

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/26

7:10 am-3:37 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 7/29

11:48 am-4:33 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$217

St. LouisFort Lauderdale

STL - FLL

STLFLL

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/8

5:15 am-1:33 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 7/15

1:23 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (average of $181). Flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to FLL are scheduled on a Wednesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Fort Lauderdale by month

Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Fort Lauderdale ranges from 1.8 - 8.3 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 8.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Fort Lauderdale when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Fort Lauderdale by month

Plan your trip to Fort Lauderdale by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Fort Lauderdale, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 66.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Fort Lauderdale from Illinois.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. Southwest flights start at $79 while deals on United Airlines start at $80 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale, Chicago Midway - Fort Lauderdale and Lambert-St Louis - Fort Lauderdale.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Consider Copa Airlines (95%), Japan Airlines (89%) or Azul (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $58. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $105 on average our data indicates $545 when flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (average of $181). Flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$86Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$211Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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