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$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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — HOU
jul. 6 — jul. 131
dom. 7/6
dom. 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 julio 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$187
From Illinois to Galveston
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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 julio 1, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
sáb. 8/3010:10 amMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
lun. 9/15:55 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/53:10 pmORD - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
mié. 8/612:40 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/79:30 pmSTL - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
mar. 8/125:35 amHOU - STL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/136:04 amMDW - HOU
1 stop6h 06mDelta
mié. 8/201:05 pmHOU - MDW
1 stop4h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/30$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/46:00 amSTL - HOU
1 stop6h 12mDelta
jue. 11/136:00 amHOU - STL
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/30$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/295:35 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 36mDelta
mar. 8/54:16 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/30$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/2310:10 amSTL - HOU
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/256:00 amHOU - STL
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
sáb. 8/3011:14 amPIA - HOU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/64:28 pmHOU - PIA
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mié. 8/131:21 pmORD - HOU
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
mié. 8/202:30 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
vie. 7/46:15 amMLI - HOU
2 stops7h 43mAmerican Airlines
dom. 7/68:58 amHOU - MLI
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$261
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mar. 8/121:25 pmEVV - HOU
1 stop4h 14mDelta
sáb. 8/236:00 amHOU - EVV
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/29$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
mar. 8/126:00 amEVV - HOU
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/2310:14 amHOU - EVV
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$377

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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

sáb. 8/30

10:10 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston Hobby

mar. 9/2

6:35 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$157

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/5

3:10 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/6

12:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$177

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 8/20

8:45 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 8/30

7:40 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$211

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

mié. 8/13

6:04 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/20

1:05 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$217

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 8/13

7:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/20

10:22 am-2:41 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$217

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/29

5:35 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Houston Hobby

mar. 8/5

4:16 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$225

PeoriaHouston

PIA - HOU

PIAHOU

Greater Peoria

sáb. 8/30

11:14 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 9/6

4:28 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$249

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/13

1:21 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop4h 39m

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/20

2:30 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$250

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

vie. 9/12

7:16 am-2:03 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Houston Hobby

lun. 9/15

2:33 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$269

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

mar. 10/14

10:42 am-4:09 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Houston Hobby

vie. 10/17

6:11 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$335

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Galveston

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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 julio 1, 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 julio 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Galveston, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
710 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $79. 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.

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    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.

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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 julio 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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