HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Galveston

$79+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Galveston, TX

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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — HOU
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Illinois to Galveston with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Galveston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Galveston flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$217
From Illinois to Galveston
Search Deals
One-way flight from Illinois to Galveston
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Illinois to Galveston

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Galveston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Galveston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/307:20 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/24:45 pmHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/24$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/76:55 pmSTL - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/115:10 amHOU - STL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/25$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/910:42 amMLI - HOU
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/166:00 amHOU - MLI
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/24$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 9/137:10 amORD - HOU
1 stop5h 02mDelta
Sat 9/205:35 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/26$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Tue 8/1212:43 pmMDW - HOU
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Wed 8/206:00 amHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/25$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/22:50 pmORD - HOU
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/206:10 amHOU - ORD
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/24$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Thu 8/147:00 amSTL - HOU
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Sat 8/1610:22 amHOU - STL
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/26$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/304:59 pmMLI - HOU
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Thu 9/49:57 amHOU - MLI
1 stop6h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/25$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 8/3011:14 amPIA - HOU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/67:59 amHOU - PIA
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/26$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/195:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/268:23 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/25$259
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/207:32 pmORD - HOU
1 stop14h 59mSun Country Air
Fri 11/286:25 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop14h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/24$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Mon 8/185:15 amSTL - HOU
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:30 pmHOU - STL
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/26$266

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Galveston 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Galveston that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Galveston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/30

7:20 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/2

4:45 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$157

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/7

6:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/11

5:10 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$197

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/9

10:42 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

$203

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/13

9:30 am-4:27 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/20

10:05 am-4:38 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$217

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

12:43 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/16

10:22 am-3:28 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$217

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/2

2:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/20

6:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$218

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

7:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/16

10:22 am-4:06 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$231

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/30

4:59 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/4

9:57 am-4:19 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$233

PeoriaHouston

PIA - HOU

PIAHOU

Greater Peoria

Sat 8/30

11:14 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/6

7:59 am-3:02 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$249

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/19

5:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Houston Hobby

Sat 7/26

8:23 pm-12:59 am

1 stop4h 36m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/26

Showing 1-10 of 45 results
1
2
3
...
5

Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Galveston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Galveston from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Galveston

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Galveston (average of $230). Flying from Illinois to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 G4L?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Galveston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Galveston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Galveston. 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 Galveston. Reviews last updated June 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Galveston, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
712 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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 Galveston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $89. Users have also found prices from $98 and $109 on Allegiant Air and Delta, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Galveston consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Houston Hobby, Chicago Midway - Houston Hobby or Lambert-St Louis - Houston Hobby as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Galveston (average of $230). Flying from Illinois to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Illinois to Galveston

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
LaGuardia to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Seattle to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Los Angeles to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
O'Hare Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Los Angeles to Hobby flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Hobby flights
Dulles Intl to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
LaGuardia to Hobby flights
Newark to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Baltimore to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Reagan-National to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
San Francisco to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Newark to Hobby flights
Los Angeles to George Bush Intcntl flights
Orlando to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to Hobby flights
Boston to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Burbank to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Denver to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Dulles Intl to Hobby flights
Ontario to Hobby flights
Baltimore to Hobby flights
Fort Lauderdale to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Reagan-National to Hobby flights
Newark to George Bush Intcntl flights
John F Kennedy Intl to Austin flights
Atlanta to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
John F Kennedy Intl to George Bush Intcntl flights
Dallas/Fort Worth to George Bush Intcntl flights
Newark to Austin flights
Santa Ana to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Ontario to George Bush Intcntl flights
LaGuardia to George Bush Intcntl flights
San Francisco to Hobby flights
Hobby to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Atlanta to Hobby flights
Ontario to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Minneapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Charlotte to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Philadelphia to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
O'Hare Intl to Hobby flights
Seattle to Hobby flights
Seattle to Love Field flights
O'Hare Intl to George Bush Intcntl flights
Los Angeles to Love Field flights
Los Angeles to Austin flights
Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Dulles Intl to Austin flights
George Bush Intcntl to Dallas/Fort Worth flights

Top 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Galveston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Galveston. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.