Illinois

$72+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Illinois

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FLL — ORD
Jul 20 — Jul 271
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 20, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/119:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Tue 8/187:55 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$135
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/189:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 6/15$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/98:20 am
FLL
-
RFD
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Sun 7/129:19 am
RFD
-
FLL
1 stop13h 13m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/19$140
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/812:57 pm
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 29m
Frontier
Thu 10/157:45 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 6/15$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/98:20 am
FLL
-
RFD
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Thu 8/69:21 am
RFD
-
FLL
1 stop13h 17m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/19$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/229:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Tue 7/285:46 pm
ORD
-
FLL
1 stop17h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$142
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/289:05 pm
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/88:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/149:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Mon 8/178:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 6/258:20 am
FLL
-
RFD
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/2811:27 am
RFD
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/17$145
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/99:43 am
FLL
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Mon 7/138:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 6/16$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sun 6/288:20 am
FLL
-
RFD
Nonstop3h 17m
Allegiant Air
Thu 7/911:27 am
RFD
-
FLL
Nonstop2h 58m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 6/18$146
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1810:58 am
FLL
-
ORD
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Sat 8/228:05 am
ORD
-
FLL
Nonstop3h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 6/19$146

Find flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Fort Lauderdale to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated June 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$135
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$302

Good round-trip deal

$98 or less

Good one-way deal

$57 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Fort Lauderdale-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Fort Lauderdale-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Fort Lauderdale to Illinois
One-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 June 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 6/28

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Thu 7/9

11:27 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$146

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/23

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Thu 7/30

9:19 am-11:32 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$148

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 7/12

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 7/19

9:19 am-11:32 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$150

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 6/28

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 7/12

11:27 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$152

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Sun 6/28

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Thu 7/2

11:27 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$161

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 6/25

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 6/28

11:27 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$169

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 8/13

8:30 am-10:47 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 8/16

9:21 am-11:38 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$170

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - ORD

FLLORD

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/22

7:37 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

5:59 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

$171

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - RFD

FLLRFD

Fort Lauderdale

Thu 7/16

8:20 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 17m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 7/19

9:19 am-11:32 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$171

Fort LauderdaleChicago

FLL - MDW

FLLMDW

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 7/22

7:00 am-9:05 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/24

2:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois (average of $41). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 FLL to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 20, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Lauderdale 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 20, 2026.

The most flights from FLL to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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

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

The best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois is 78 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 Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Fort Lauderdale to Illinois flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Fort Lauderdale 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 3.4 mi from the city center, Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Fort Lauderdale.

  • How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

    A quick flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois can take about 3h 05m. Allegiant Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $199. Fort Lauderdale and Illinois are separated by a distance of 1168 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $30 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $42 and United Airlines from $76 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Fort Lauderdale, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Emirates (100%), Qatar Airways (94%), Japan Airlines( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $800 for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $76 while the most popular route, (Fort Lauderdale - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $98.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Illinois?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois (average of $41). Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $593). 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 7 airlines flying from Fort Lauderdale to Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$57Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$76Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$157Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$187Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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