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$179+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) to Illinois

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May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$179
(American Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$316 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/237:05 amDAY - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/2610:00 amORD - DAY
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/206:00 amDAY - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/228:45 amORD - DAY
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2011:08 amDAY - STL
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Sat 5/245:40 pmSTL - DAY
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 4/29$214
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/135:28 pmDAY - MLI
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1711:15 amMLI - DAY
2 stops7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/95:28 pmDAY - STL
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/141:59 pmSTL - DAY
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:40 amDAY - MLI
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/175:25 pmMLI - DAY
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:00 amDAY - STL
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/265:27 pmSTL - DAY
1 stop5h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/83:27 pmDAY - RFD
1 stop26h 42mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/1110:26 amRFD - DAY
1 stop7h 02mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$406
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Thu 6/199:30 pmDAY - ORD
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/225:15 amORD - DAY
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$460
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2911:59 amDAY - ORD
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Tue 5/610:10 amORD - DAY
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/28$788
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:00 amDAY - MDW
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Sun 5/114:15 pmMDW - DAY
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,185

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

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Dayton

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Illinois

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Return

Price

DaytonChicago

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Fri 5/23

7:05 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/26

10:00 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

DaytonChicago

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Fri 6/20

6:00 am-6:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/22

8:45 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$194

DaytonSt. Louis

DAY - STL

DAYSTL

Dayton

Tue 5/20

11:08 am-2:35 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/24

5:40 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$214

DaytonSt. Louis

DAY - STL

DAYSTL

Dayton

Fri 5/9

5:28 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/14

1:59 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$254

DaytonSt. Louis

DAY - STL

DAYSTL

Dayton

Fri 5/23

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/26

5:27 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$309

DaytonMoline

DAY - MLI

DAYMLI

Dayton

Wed 5/21

7:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop3h 56m

Moline Quad-City

Fri 5/23

5:40 pm-12:58 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$378

DaytonChicago

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Thu 6/19

9:30 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/22

5:15 am-8:40 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$460

DaytonChicago

DAY - MDW

DAYMDW

Dayton

Sat 5/10

11:08 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/13

4:15 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$1,185

DaytonChicago

DAY - ORD

DAYORD

Dayton

Fri 5/30

7:50 pm-8:26 am

1 stop13h 36m

$179

DaytonSt. Louis

DAY - STL

DAYSTL

Dayton

Fri 7/25

6:30 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 28m

$184

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Dayton to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 DAY to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from Dayton to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Dayton to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Dayton 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from DAY to USIL are scheduled on a Tuesday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Dayton to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Illinois from Dayton, you will be flying from Dayton, which is the city’s only airport. Dayton (DAY) is located 10.0 mi from the center of Dayton.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dayton to Illinois are American Airlines ($179), United Airlines ($219), and Delta ($387).

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

    The most popular flight routes from Dayton to Illinois are Dayton - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Dayton - Chicago Midway and Dayton - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dayton to Illinois on time: GoJet (84%), Royal Jordanian (81%), Japan Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dayton to Illinois?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $149. While the most popular route (Dayton - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $179 on average our data indicates $944 when flying from Dayton to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Dayton to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Dayton to Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$570Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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