Illinois

$64+ Cheap flights from Fort Myers (RSW) to Illinois

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RSW — ORD
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheapest flights from Fort Myers to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Myers to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/76:00 am
RSW
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ORD
Nonstop3h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/107:20 am
ORD
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RSW
Nonstop2h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$79
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:00 am
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/86:50 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop2h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$81
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Thu 2/267:51 pm
RSW
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ORD
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/16:30 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop3h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$86
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:51 pm
RSW
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ORD
Nonstop3h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 2/227:20 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop2h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/10$87
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1911:34 am
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 34m
Frontier
Sun 2/226:30 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop3h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$88
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/66:00 am
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 13m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/105:22 pm
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop2h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/12$89
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/146:49 pm
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Frontier
Thu 2/196:30 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop3h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$90
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/147:51 pm
RSW
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ORD
Nonstop3h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/156:30 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop3h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$93
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/146:49 pm
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/225:22 pm
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop2h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$94
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 3/67:51 pm
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/95:22 pm
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop2h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/11$96
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/1211:34 am
RSW
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 34m
Frontier
Thu 2/196:30 am
ORD
-
RSW
Nonstop3h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$98
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/271:02 pm
RSW
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MDW
1 stop6h 36m
Frontier
Tue 3/37:30 am
MDW
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RSW
1 stop27h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11$142

Find flight deals from Fort Myers to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Fort Myers to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$79
(Expedia)

One-way from

$64
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$199
Provider with most accurate pricing for Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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

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Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-8:13 am

Nonstop3h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

5:22 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$181

Fort MyersSt. Louis

RSW - STL

RSWSTL

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Mon 3/23

7:35 pm-10:32 am

1 stop15h 57m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/26

11:21 am-10:19 am

1 stop21h 58m

$186

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 5/13

12:30 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/17

4:30 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$198

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Sat 5/16

1:01 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/1

8:06 pm-10:38 am

1 stop13h 32m

$208

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Tue 5/5

4:01 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

5:59 pm-12:27 am

1 stop5h 28m

$217

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Sat 3/7

7:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

11:10 am-4:52 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$217

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 5/6

3:00 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

9:44 am-4:48 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$218

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 4/15

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

5:04 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$219

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - MDW

RSWMDW

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Tue 5/5

5:30 am-9:56 am

1 stop5h 26m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/9

6:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$227

Fort MyersChicago

RSW - ORD

RSWORD

Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

Wed 4/22

8:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/26

1:36 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from Fort Myers to Illinois

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Myers to Illinois (average of $51). Flying from Fort Myers to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 RSW to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Fort Myers 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 February 13, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Fort Myers to Illinois in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Fort Myers to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Fort Myers to Illinois. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Fort Myers to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Fort Myers 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 February 13, 2026.

The most flights from RSW to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 February 13, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Fort Myers to Illinois have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Fort Myers to Illinois, you will be flying from SW Florida Intl. Fort Myers SW Florida Intl (RSW) is just 10.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Departing from Fort Myers to Illinois will take you 3h 13m. The distance between Fort Myers and Illinois is about 1122 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Fort Myers to Illinois are Frontier ($31), Spirit Airlines ($43), and Southwest ($78).

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Illinois from Fort Myers, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (81%), Alaska Airlines (76%), Qatar Airways( 76%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Fort Myers to Illinois? While on average our users pay $1,078, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Fort Myers SW Florida Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $70.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Myers to Illinois (average of $51). Flying from Fort Myers to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 6 airlines flying from Fort Myers to Illinois

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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