Illinois

$63+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ORD
Jun 19 — Jun 261
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Michigan to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 20, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/105:35 am
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Wed 6/1012:55 pm
MDW
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 8/256:45 am
DTW
-
STL
1 stop11h 45m
Frontier
Fri 8/285:33 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$155
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/107:05 am
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Wed 6/1711:50 am
MDW
-
DTW
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/105:38 pm
DTW
-
STL
1 stop24h 52m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:31 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 11/45:33 am
DTW
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Wed 11/115:49 pm
ORD
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 9/1710:00 am
DTW
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 24m
Delta
Wed 9/238:55 am
ORD
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 24m
Delta
Deal found 5/20$164
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sat 9/264:45 pm
DTW
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 9/298:35 am
MDW
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18$164
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 6/236:00 am
DTW
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 6/239:29 pm
ORD
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/125:38 pm
DTW
-
STL
1 stop16h 14m
Frontier
Tue 6/166:31 pm
STL
-
DTW
2 stops16h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$167
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/178:58 pm
DTW
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
American Airlines
Wed 6/247:30 am
ORD
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$172
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/95:09 pm
GRR
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 6/177:35 am
ORD
-
GRR
Nonstop1h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 9/167:16 am
GRR
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 9/191:10 pm
ORD
-
GRR
Nonstop1h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16$184

Find flight deals from Michigan to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated May 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Southwest)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$439

Good round-trip deal

$87 or less

Good one-way deal

$65 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Michigan to Illinois
One-way flight from Michigan to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Michigan to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Michigan to Illinois.

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

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/13

7:25 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/18

8:48 am-11:19 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$164

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/4

4:05 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/7

2:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$206

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/29

8:00 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/4

6:25 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$209

DetroitSt. Louis

DTW - STL

DTWSTL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/16

6:30 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 6/23

5:40 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 20m

$219

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/24

5:58 pm-6:29 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/26

7:01 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$226

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

5:58 pm-6:29 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/19

7:17 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$226

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/18

10:01 am-10:28 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

11:30 am-2:01 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$226

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

8:50 am-9:14 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/22

6:58 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$226

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

7:50 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/22

5:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 55m

$236

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/10

1:25 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/15

6:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$236

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Michigan with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to Illinois

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Illinois (average of $45). Flying from Michigan to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 MI to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 May 20, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Michigan to Illinois by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 May 20, 2026.

The most flights from USMI to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (93 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Michigan to Illinois?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Michigan to Illinois, you should look to book at least 68 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Michigan to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to Illinois. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan to Illinois flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 May 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Denver Air Connection,Southwest, andDelta from Michigan to Illinois have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.1
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.1
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.1
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.1
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.1
Denver Air Connection
8.1
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.2

Comfort

8.6

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.1

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Michigan to Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Michigan to Illinois in 1h 15m. Fly via Delta, Southwest, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Michigan and Illinois is about 227 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Contour, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $33. Southwest flights start at $38 while deals on American Airlines start at $45 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Illinois (average of $45). Flying from Michigan to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $93). 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 Michigan to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 May 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$91Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$97Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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