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$49+ Cheap flights from Arkansas to Illinois

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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIT — ORD
Nov 30 — Dec 71
Sun 11/30
Sun 12/7
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/310:07 amMEM - STL
1 stop12h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/67:43 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop23h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:05 pmJBR - STL
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Mon 11/179:50 amSTL - JBR
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 10/29$185
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Fri 11/147:30 amJBR - STL
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Tue 11/189:50 amSTL - JBR
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 10/30$188
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/52:30 pmJBR - STL
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Wed 11/124:50 pmSTL - JBR
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 10/29$189
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Thu 11/65:05 pmJBR - STL
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Sun 11/97:20 pmSTL - JBR
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 10/29$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:30 amJBR - STL
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Sun 11/97:20 pmSTL - JBR
Nonstop1h 31mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 10/29$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/246:15 pmLIT - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2712:33 pmORD - LIT
Nonstop2h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/269:19 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/33:43 pmORD - MEM
1 stop24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$217
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Mon 11/171:21 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/193:26 pmORD - MEM
1 stop18h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/210:07 amMEM - ORD
1 stop12h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/512:09 pmORD - MEM
1 stop6h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/229:17 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/146:05 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Tue 12/238:47 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/108:15 amORD - MEM
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$223

Cheap flight deals from Arkansas to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Arkansas to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated October 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Arkansas to Illinois 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 October 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arkansas to Illinois that are best for you.

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JonesboroSt. Louis

JBR - STL

JBRSTL

Jonesboro

Thu 11/13

5:05 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 11/17

9:50 am-11:21 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$185

JonesboroSt. Louis

JBR - STL

JBRSTL

Jonesboro

Fri 11/14

7:30 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/18

9:50 am-11:21 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$188

JonesboroSt. Louis

JBR - STL

JBRSTL

Jonesboro

Wed 11/5

2:30 pm-4:01 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/12

4:50 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$189

JonesboroSt. Louis

JBR - STL

JBRSTL

Jonesboro

Thu 11/6

5:05 pm-6:36 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/9

7:20 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$199

JonesboroSt. Louis

JBR - STL

JBRSTL

Jonesboro

Sat 11/8

7:30 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/9

7:20 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$204

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Wed 11/26

6:15 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/29

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Mon 11/24

3:10 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

12:33 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Thu 11/20

6:15 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/23

12:33 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Tue 12/2

7:45 am-9:45 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$209

Little RockChicago

LIT - ORD

LITORD

Little Rock

Thu 11/27

11:34 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

8:45 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Arkansas to Illinois

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Illinois (average of $122). Flying from Arkansas to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 AR to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Arkansas to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Arkansas to Illinois in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Arkansas to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Arkansas to Illinois. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated October 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Arkansas to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,031 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Arkansas to Illinois will take you 1h 31m. The distance from Arkansas to Illinois is about 202 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Illinois (average of $122). Flying from Arkansas to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $235). 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 3 airlines flying from Arkansas to Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Arkansas to Illinois. 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 October 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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