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$78+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach, FL

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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 5, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Fri 3/64:26 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 44m
Allegiant Air
Fri 3/137:00 am
VPS
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BLV
Nonstop1h 47m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$152
This Super.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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/195:26 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Thu 2/262:49 pm
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 47m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/2$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/148:17 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/187:00 am
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/108:17 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Wed 5/132:05 pm
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/108:17 pm
BLV
-
VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/187:00 am
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/108:17 pm
BLV
-
VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Thu 5/145:41 pm
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 3/158:43 pm
MDW
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VPS
Nonstop2h 08m
Allegiant Air
Thu 3/196:07 pm
VPS
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 16m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/134:41 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Mon 5/187:00 am
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/178:17 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Sat 5/238:05 am
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/108:17 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Fri 5/157:00 am
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$243
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.
Thu 3/127:30 am
MDW
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VPS
1 stop6h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/155:37 pm
VPS
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MDW
Nonstop2h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 5/148:17 pm
BLV
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VPS
Nonstop1h 43m
Allegiant Air
Sun 5/175:41 pm
VPS
-
BLV
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 2/4$260

Find flight deals from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Fort Walton Beach flight deals. Data was last updated February 5, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$152
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$243
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach 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 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach that are best for you.

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BellevilleValparaiso

BLV - VPS

BLVVPS

Belleville

Fri 3/6

4:26 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Fri 3/13

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$152

BellevilleValparaiso

BLV - VPS

BLVVPS

Belleville

Thu 2/19

5:26 pm-7:12 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 2/26

2:49 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$170

ChicagoValparaiso

MDW - VPS

MDWVPS

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/12

7:30 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sun 3/15

5:37 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$254

ChicagoValparaiso

MDW - VPS

MDWVPS

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/9

2:41 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops46h 13m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sun 3/15

5:37 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$286

St. LouisValparaiso

STL - VPS

STLVPS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Wed 5/13

5:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$291

St. LouisValparaiso

STL - VPS

STLVPS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/13

10:43 am-4:37 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop3h 36m

$291

St. LouisValparaiso

STL - VPS

STLVPS

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/12

5:15 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop3h 36m

$291

St. LouisValparaiso

STL - VPS

STLVPS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/6

2:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Mon 5/11

4:05 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$306

St. LouisValparaiso

STL - VPS

STLVPS

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/6

9:59 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Mon 5/11

7:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$306

St. LouisValparaiso

STL - VPS

STLVPS

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Sat 5/16

5:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$306

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach (average of $81). Flying from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $122). 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 FO9?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 5, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Fort Walton Beach flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach. 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 5, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to FO9 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach?

Related info for your journey

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

    A quick flight from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach can take about 1h 44m. Allegiant Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $152. Illinois and Fort Walton Beach are separated by a distance of 589 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach, Chicago Midway - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach and Lambert-St Louis - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach.

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

    Before booking your flight to Fort Walton Beach from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (81%), Air New Zealand (80%), Envoy Air( 67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach is generally $483, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach), you can expect to pay $335 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach 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 Walton Beach?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach (average of $81). Flying from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach in March is currently the most expensive (average of $122). 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 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Fort Walton Beach. 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 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$133Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$212Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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