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$136+ 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — ORD
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 11/145:10 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/185:18 amORD - MFE
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/95:29 amMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/138:11 amORD - MFE
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/225:00 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/35:18 amORD - MFE
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Thu 11/275:00 amMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/47:35 amORD - MFE
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2712:54 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop16h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/411:44 amORD - MFE
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/265:30 amMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:25 amORD - MFE
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sun 11/235:04 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/25:18 amORD - MFE
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/94:44 pmMFE - ORD
2 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/1312:09 pmORD - MFE
1 stop21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/225:25 amMFE - ORD
2 stops10h 59mDelta
Wed 12/311:15 amORD - MFE
2 stops12h 41mDelta
Deal found 10/29$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Fri 12/2612:38 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Thu 1/13:29 pmMDW - MFE
2 stops8h 29mDelta
Deal found 10/28$502
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Tue 10/2812:31 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Thu 10/306:00 amMDW - MFE
2 stops10h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/28$549
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Fri 11/1412:44 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops10h 56mDelta
Tue 11/186:00 amMDW - MFE
2 stops10h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/28$564

Cheap flight deals from McAllen to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for McAllen to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated October 29, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$553
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from McAllen to Illinois that are best for you.

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Price

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 11/14

5:10 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

5:18 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 24m

$294

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 12/9

5:29 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/13

8:11 am-4:18 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$307

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 11/22

5:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

5:18 am-10:40 am

1 stop5h 22m

$324

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 11/27

5:00 am-10:02 am

1 stop5h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

7:35 am-4:02 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$327

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 11/27

12:54 pm-5:32 am

1 stop16h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

11:44 am-11:24 am

2 stops23h 40m

$328

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 12/26

5:30 am-10:54 am

1 stop5h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

8:25 am-2:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$347

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 11/24

5:04 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

5:18 am-10:22 am

1 stop5h 04m

$359

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 12/9

4:44 pm-1:58 pm

2 stops21h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/13

12:09 pm-9:12 am

1 stop21h 03m

$361

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Sat 11/22

5:25 am-4:24 pm

2 stops10h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

11:15 am-11:56 pm

2 stops12h 41m

$364

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 12/1

8:59 pm-6:25 am

2 stops33h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

12:59 pm-1:59 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$405

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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 $130). Flying from McAllen to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 MFE to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from McAllen 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 October 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from McAllen to Illinois by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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 October 29, 2025.
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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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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 $327, American Airlines can have you in Illinois from McAllen in 5h 02m. 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?

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  • 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 $130). Flying from McAllen to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from McAllen 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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