Illinois

$169+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) 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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — ORD
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheap flight deals from McAllen to Illinois

Cheapest flights from McAllen to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 17, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/163:45 pm
MFE
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ORD
1 stop6h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 5/1911:43 am
ORD
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MFE
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:00 pm
MFE
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ORD
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Sat 4/188:15 am
ORD
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MFE
1 stop6h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:00 pm
MFE
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ORD
1 stop5h 48m
American Airlines
Wed 5/65:00 am
ORD
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MFE
1 stop5h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/63:45 pm
MFE
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ORD
1 stop8h 03m
American Airlines
Sat 5/96:57 am
ORD
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MFE
1 stop5h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/45:28 am
MFE
-
ORD
1 stop5h 35m
American Airlines
Tue 4/712:30 pm
ORD
-
MFE
1 stop6h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:55 pm
MFE
-
ORD
1 stop6h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 4/152:05 pm
ORD
-
MFE
1 stop7h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/315:17 am
MFE
-
ORD
1 stop4h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 4/65:15 pm
ORD
-
MFE
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/155:25 am
MFE
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MDW
2 stops7h 18m
Delta
Sat 4/186:00 am
MDW
-
MFE
2 stops11h 26m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Thu 4/91:20 pm
MFE
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ORD
2 stops8h 06m
Delta
Sat 4/187:10 am
ORD
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MFE
2 stops10h 16m
Delta
Deal found 3/13$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/311:20 pm
MFE
-
ORD
2 stops7h 50m
Delta
Mon 4/65:30 am
ORD
-
MFE
2 stops11h 09m
Delta
Deal found 3/12$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/155:25 am
MFE
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ORD
2 stops10h 53m
Delta
Sat 4/186:25 am
ORD
-
MFE
2 stops11h 01m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/45:28 am
MFE
-
ORD
1 stop5h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 4/1111:43 am
ORD
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MFE
1 stop5h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$373

Find flight deals from McAllen to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for McAllen to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated March 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$327
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$169
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$425
Provider with most accurate pricing for McAllen Miller Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for McAllen Miller Intl-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From McAllen Miller Intl to Illinois
One-way flight from McAllen Miller Intl to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 3/31

5:17 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

5:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$359

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Wed 4/15

5:25 am-12:43 pm

2 stops7h 18m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-5:26 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$361

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 5/16

5:25 am-6:41 pm

2 stops13h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

5:30 am-4:37 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$368

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 4/17

1:03 pm-10:28 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/24

1:24 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$387

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 4/25

12:17 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

4:03 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$429

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 7/6

5:25 am-4:25 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/11

6:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops9h 59m

$479

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 5/14

5:25 am-1:01 pm

2 stops7h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

8:10 am-5:21 pm

2 stops9h 11m

$488

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 4/2

5:17 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

5:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$504

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 5/16

6:59 pm-12:45 am

1 stop5h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

10:40 am-10:59 pm

2 stops12h 19m

$533

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 3/31

1:20 pm-10:31 pm

2 stops9h 11m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/6

6:00 am-4:39 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$559

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Illinois (average of $136). Flying from McAllen to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $538). 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.

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 March 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from McAllen to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from McAllen to Illinois?

    For a flight from McAllen to Illinois, you will be flying from Miller Intl. McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) is just 2.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from McAllen to Illinois?

    For as low as $359, United Airlines can have you in Illinois from McAllen in 4h 48m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1239 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Illinois (average of $136). Flying from McAllen to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $538). 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 2 airlines flying from McAllen to Illinois

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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