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$84+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Illinois

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BUF — ORD
Jul 16 — Jul 231
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/292:48 pm
BUF
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STL
1 stop27h 49m
Frontier
Sun 8/26:34 pm
STL
-
BUF
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/14$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 8/282:50 pm
BUF
-
STL
1 stop19h 02m
Frontier
Mon 8/315:33 pm
STL
-
BUF
1 stop16h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 6/11$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/222:48 pm
BUF
-
STL
1 stop27h 49m
Frontier
Tue 8/116:34 pm
STL
-
BUF
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/14$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/2111:29 am
BUF
-
STL
1 stop7h 08m
Frontier
Thu 7/236:34 pm
STL
-
BUF
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 6/14$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/2011:57 am
BUF
-
STL
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
Sat 10/246:28 pm
STL
-
BUF
1 stop3h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/2010:10 am
BUF
-
STL
2 stops6h 40m
Southwest
Sat 10/249:20 am
STL
-
BUF
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 12/121:10 pm
BUF
-
MDW
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Tue 12/158:10 am
MDW
-
BUF
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11$256
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Sat 8/83:52 pm
BUF
-
ORD
1 stop7h 03m
JetBlue
Sun 8/99:39 am
ORD
-
BUF
1 stop8h 15m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/15$256
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/152:48 pm
BUF
-
MDW
1 stop8h 15m
Frontier
Mon 7/206:05 am
MDW
-
BUF
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 6/12$257
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/303:52 pm
BUF
-
ORD
1 stop7h 03m
JetBlue
Sat 9/51:55 pm
ORD
-
BUF
1 stop8h 37m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/14$257
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 7/272:48 pm
BUF
-
MDW
1 stop8h 15m
Frontier
Fri 7/316:05 am
MDW
-
BUF
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 6/12$258
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/96:00 am
BUF
-
ORD
1 stop5h 06m
JetBlue
Thu 7/166:00 am
ORD
-
BUF
1 stop7h 59m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/11$258

Find flight deals from Buffalo to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Buffalo to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$84
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$392 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Buffalo-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Buffalo-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Buffalo to Illinois
One-way flight from Buffalo to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Buffalo to Illinois.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Illinois that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Fri 8/7

6:04 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/11

2:07 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$285

BuffaloChicago

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

Fri 12/11

3:50 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop3h 47m

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/15

9:30 am-3:11 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$289

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Tue 9/1

2:26 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/2

6:49 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$291

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Thu 7/16

6:04 pm-7:03 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

1:55 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$301

BuffaloChicago

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

Fri 8/28

7:10 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/1

8:40 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$303

BuffaloChicago

BUF - ORD

BUFORD

Buffalo

Fri 8/28

5:58 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

2:07 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$303

BuffaloChicago

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

Sat 8/1

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/5

8:40 am-11:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$313

BuffaloChicago

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

Sat 8/1

6:29 am-9:13 am

1 stop3h 44m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/4

6:42 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$323

BuffaloMoline

BUF - MLI

BUFMLI

Buffalo

Fri 7/3

6:27 am-11:13 am

1 stop5h 46m

Moline Quad-City

Mon 7/6

6:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$324

BuffaloChicago

BUF - MDW

BUFMDW

Buffalo

Thu 8/6

12:30 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/10

3:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$324

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Illinois

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Illinois (average of $73). Flying from Buffalo to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 BUF to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 June 16, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Buffalo to Illinois by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Buffalo 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 June 16, 2026.

The most flights from BUF to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Illinois?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Buffalo to Illinois?

The best time to book flights from Buffalo to Illinois is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Illinois. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Illinois flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 June 16, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Buffalo to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Illinois?

    Most people fly from Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight from Buffalo to Illinois. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Illinois?

    For as low as $285, Southwest can have you in Illinois from Buffalo in 1h 59m. The distance between Buffalo and Illinois is about 472 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $77. Users have also found prices from $78 and $88 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Illinois?

    Consider Japan Airlines (87%), Copa Airlines (85%) or SkyWest Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Buffalo to Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Illinois?

    The cheapest flight price from Buffalo to Illinois is $142. On average you can expect to pay $787. The most popular route, (Buffalo - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $164.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Illinois (average of $73). Flying from Buffalo to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $200). 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 4 airlines flying from Buffalo to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 June 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$92Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$145Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$232Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$237Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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