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$109+ 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — ORD
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/254:01 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:36 amORD - MFE
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/189:45 amMFE - ORD
1 stop4h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2712:45 pmORD - MFE
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/204:01 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/48:25 amORD - MFE
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/12$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/294:58 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:32 amORD - MFE
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/185:25 amMFE - ORD
2 stops8h 25mDelta
Tue 1/2710:35 amORD - MFE
2 stops13h 22mDelta
Deal found 12/14$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amMFE - ORD
2 stops12h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:03 pmORD - MFE
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$524
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/204:01 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/239:00 amORD - MFE
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$589
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:15 pmMFE - ORD
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/285:03 pmORD - MFE
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$594
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 12/207:00 amMFE - ORD
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/275:03 pmORD - MFE
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$608
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/2912:38 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Fri 1/212:45 pmMDW - MFE
2 stops11h 13mDelta
Deal found 12/14$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/2012:38 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Sun 1/46:00 amMDW - MFE
2 stops10h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/12$928
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/3012:38 pmMFE - MDW
2 stops9h 44mDelta
Sat 1/36:00 amMDW - MFE
2 stops10h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/15$978

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Round-trip from

$281
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(United Airlines)

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Average price

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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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McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/8

7:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

3:53 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$289

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/29

3:26 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

8:10 am-2:34 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$290

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 1/12

5:56 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:05 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 25m

$290

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 2/19

1:03 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops9h 39m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/23

1:28 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$299

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/8

1:00 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/14

1:28 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$299

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 1/12

1:00 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops9h 07m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

12:48 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$299

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 1/27

5:25 am-5:29 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$299

McAllenChicago

MFE - MDW

MFEMDW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 1/29

1:00 pm-10:22 pm

2 stops9h 22m

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/5

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$299

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Mon 1/12

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

7:05 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$299

McAllenChicago

MFE - ORD

MFEORD

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 1/27

5:25 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

6:15 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$299

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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 $134). 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 December 15, 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.

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 December 15, 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
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,052 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

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 $289, United Airlines can have you in Illinois from McAllen in 6h. 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.

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    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 $134). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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