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$37+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — FLL
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale

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 February 3, 2026.

This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 2/268:16 pm
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/39:26 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 2/153:40 pm
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/254:44 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$85
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 2/263:21 pm
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 13m
Frontier
Fri 3/62:59 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$86
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/87:20 am
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/139:26 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$87
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/712:00 pm
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 13m
Frontier
Fri 2/138:27 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$88
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:40 am
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 13m
Frontier
Sat 3/145:33 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$89
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/812:44 pm
ORD
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FLL
1 stop6h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 3/145:28 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$90
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/712:00 pm
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 13m
Frontier
Sat 2/215:14 pm
FLL
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ORD
Nonstop3h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$91
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/284:43 pm
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1010:18 pm
FLL
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ORD
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$92
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 2/185:15 am
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/278:48 pm
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$93
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/312:44 pm
ORD
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FLL
1 stop6h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1012:40 pm
FLL
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ORD
1 stop6h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/1$94
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/227:00 am
ORD
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FLL
Nonstop3h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/246:00 am
FLL
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ORD
1 stop13h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/2$95

Find 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 February 3, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$83
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One-way from

$37
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Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$243

Good round-trip deal

$93 or less

Good one-way deal

$60 or less
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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 February 3, 2026.
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ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

12:45 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 4/17

9:20 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$106

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

7:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 3/8

8:54 am-11:22 am

Nonstop3h 28m

$107

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

7:05 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/21

9:20 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$110

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

4:43 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 2/21

6:45 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$110

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/6

8:16 pm-12:33 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/9

9:26 pm-11:47 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$114

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

4:36 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 3/20

8:54 am-11:17 am

Nonstop3h 23m

$124

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/14

6:10 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 3/26

6:45 am-2:16 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$126

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

5:32 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 4/27

9:20 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$130

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/5

8:16 pm-12:33 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 3/8

8:54 am-11:22 am

Nonstop3h 28m

$134

ChicagoFort Lauderdale

ORD - FLL

ORDFLL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

10:19 am-7:48 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 3/16

7:10 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 40m

$144

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (average of $48). Flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in July is currently the most expensive (average of $118). 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 February 3, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Fort Lauderdale flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to FLL are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale?

    Spirit Airlines and Southwest can get you from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in just under 2h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 01m. The distance between Illinois and Fort Lauderdale is about 1168 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $29. Spirit Airlines flights start at $44 while deals on Allegiant Air start at $60 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 United Airlines (80%), Copa Airlines (78%) or Azul (77%) 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 $35. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Fort Lauderdale) can be booked for $50 on average, our data indicates $539 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale (average of $48). Flying from Illinois to Fort Lauderdale in July is currently the most expensive (average of $118). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$83Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$153Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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