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$59+ Cheap flights from Memphis (MEM) to Illinois

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MEM — ORD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Memphis to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Memphis to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$285

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$228 or less
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Cheapest flights from Memphis to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Memphis to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/41:25 pmMEM - MDW
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Sat 11/85:50 amMDW - MEM
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3010:54 amMEM - ORD
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/18:20 amORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/147:00 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Tue 10/1412:35 pmMDW - MEM
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/302:48 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/37:50 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/98:10 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop28h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/137:51 pmORD - MEM
1 stop23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$194
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Fri 10/247:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/266:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:25 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Mon 11/109:40 pmMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/157:00 amMEM - ORD
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/195:50 amORD - MEM
1 stop12h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:50 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Sun 12/148:00 amMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/3111:30 amMEM - ORD
1 stop11h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/106:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop13h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/317:00 amMEM - MDW
1 stop27h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1012:30 pmMDW - MEM
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$198
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:27 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/88:11 amORD - MEM
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$200

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Memphis 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to Illinois that are best for you.

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Memphis

Fly to

Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Tue 11/25

6:20 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/2

8:50 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$191

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Thu 2/19

7:05 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/19

2:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$192

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 10/10

6:19 pm-8:24 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

7:50 pm-9:48 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$193

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Fri 12/12

12:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/14

9:40 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$196

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Fri 10/31

1:25 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

9:40 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$196

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Fri 10/31

7:00 am-10:26 am

1 stop27h 26m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/10

12:30 pm-7:22 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$198

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Tue 9/30

8:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/1

6:25 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$201

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 10/23

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

8:50 am-10:56 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$209

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 11/7

10:30 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

12:45 pm-2:45 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$209

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Sun 10/19

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/27

8:00 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Memphis to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Memphis to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Memphis to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 MEM to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Memphis 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Memphis to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Memphis to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Memphis 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from MEM to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Memphis to Illinois, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Memphis (MEM), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Memphis to Illinois.

  • How long is the flight from Memphis to Illinois?

    Departing from Memphis to Illinois will take you 1h 35m. Memphis and Illinois are separated by a distance of 481 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $59. Southwest flights start at $59 while deals on Frontier start at $100 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Memphis to Illinois?

    While some choose either Memphis - Chicago Midway or Memphis - Lambert-St Louis, Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Memphis to Illinois.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Memphis to Illinois?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Memphis to Illinois consider choosing Envoy Air (82%), Qatar Airways (81%) or Royal Jordanian (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Memphis to Illinois?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Memphis to Illinois? While on average our users pay $742, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $115. The most popular route (Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $117.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Memphis to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Memphis to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 4 airlines flying from Memphis to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Memphis 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$110Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$200Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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