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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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
XNA — ORD
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Arkansas to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Arkansas to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Arkansas to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 2/253:35 pm
LIT
-
STL
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 3/410:15 am
STL
-
LIT
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$97
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/245:08 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 03m
American Airlines
Tue 3/39:05 am
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop2h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/243:05 pm
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Tue 3/38:10 am
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/267:04 pm
MEM
-
STL
1 stop11h 47m
Frontier
Sat 2/288:17 pm
STL
-
MEM
1 stop22h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$133
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/177:23 pm
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 01m
American Airlines
Thu 2/199:05 am
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop2h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$134
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 3/255:05 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Thu 3/269:35 pm
MDW
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$134
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 3/147:30 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 56m
United Airlines
Tue 3/177:59 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/173:30 pm
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Thu 2/1912:20 pm
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 5/133:25 pm
LIT
-
STL
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Sat 5/166:10 am
STL
-
LIT
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/188:15 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Sat 2/211:00 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/186:40 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Sat 2/211:30 pm
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$154
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 2/187:01 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 04m
American Airlines
Fri 2/2010:10 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$157

Find flight deals from Arkansas to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Arkansas to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$264

Good round-trip deal

$310 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
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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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arkansas to Illinois that are best for you.

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Illinois

Route

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Return

Price

Little RockSt. Louis

LIT - STL

LITSTL

Little Rock

Wed 2/25

3:35 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/4

6:20 am-10:10 am

1 stop3h 50m

$107

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Tue 2/24

3:05 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/3

12:15 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$107

MemphisSt. Louis

MEM - STL

MEMSTL

Memphis

Thu 2/26

7:04 pm-6:51 am

1 stop11h 47m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/28

8:17 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop22h 02m

$133

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Wed 3/25

6:45 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/26

9:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$144

Little RockSt. Louis

LIT - STL

LITSTL

Little Rock

Wed 5/13

3:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/16

6:10 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 15m

$154

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Wed 2/25

7:30 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

7:59 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$171

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Tue 2/24

7:30 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

7:59 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$171

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sat 2/28

5:40 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/2

8:45 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$171

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sat 3/14

5:05 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/17

8:40 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$179

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Wed 3/11

1:10 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/20

9:35 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$179

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Illinois (average of $179). Flying from Arkansas to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 January 28, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Arkansas to Illinois in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 55% 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 January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Arkansas to Illinois flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from Arkansas to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Arkansas to Illinois. 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 January 28, 2026.

The most flights from USAR to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 January 28, 2026.
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
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,206 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,198 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 15m. The distance from Arkansas to Illinois is about 296 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $116 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $120 and United Airlines from $144 one-way.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Illinois (average of $179). Flying from Arkansas to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$261Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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