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$70+ Cheap flights from Memphis (MEM) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEM — ORD
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Memphis to Illinois

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 December 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/317:30 amMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Thu 1/19:20 amMDW - MEM
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:01 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Thu 1/16:35 amORD - MEM
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/9$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/315:28 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/65:05 amORD - MEM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/14:07 pmORD - MEM
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/9$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:30 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/317:35 amORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/238:47 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:49 pmORD - MEM
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/248:13 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops18h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:49 pmORD - MEM
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/246:15 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/301:27 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/243:00 pmMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/3010:20 pmMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$260
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:01 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Thu 1/16:35 amORD - MEM
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/9$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Tue 12/238:47 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops42h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/248:13 pmMEM - ORD
2 stops18h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$269

Find flight deals from Memphis to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Memphis to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$193
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$343

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$201 or less
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Memphis to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Memphis

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MemphisSt. Louis

MEM - STL

MEMSTL

Memphis

Fri 1/23

3:12 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop23h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/30

11:18 am-10:49 am

1 stop23h 31m

$192

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 1/15

5:45 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

9:11 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$215

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Thu 1/15

7:05 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

8:10 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$215

MemphisSt. Louis

MEM - STL

MEMSTL

Memphis

Thu 1/8

11:44 am-7:50 am

1 stop20h 06m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/11

12:37 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$227

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Wed 12/31

6:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/1

10:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$239

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Thu 1/1

7:30 am-9:33 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/4

7:35 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$260

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Fri 1/16

3:30 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/18

8:10 am-9:55 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$260

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Mon 1/26

4:12 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

9:55 am-3:02 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$261

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Mon 1/19

10:32 am-4:38 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

11:17 am-4:16 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$261

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Fri 2/13

7:30 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

7:59 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$264

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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 $122). Flying from Memphis to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 December 12, 2025.

When flying from Memphis to Illinois, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from MEM to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 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 December 12, 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
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 45m. Memphis and Illinois are separated by a distance of 481 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $88. American Airlines flights start at $88 while deals on United Airlines start at $98 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Memphis - Chicago Midway or Memphis - Greater Peoria, 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 SkyWest Airlines (88%), ANA (83%) or Royal Jordanian (82%) 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 $942, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $162.

  • 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 $122). Flying from Memphis to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $217). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$110Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$192Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$200Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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