$59+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — ORD
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to IllinoisExplore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/173:20 pm
MSP
- MDW
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Tue 2/247:45 pm
MDW
- MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/247:45 am
MSP
- STL
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Tue 3/38:20 pm
STL
- MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/19![Southwest logo]()
$117
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/175:00 am
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 2/2410:23 pm
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20![American Airlines logo]()
$117
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2010:54 am
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 33m
Sun Country Air
Sun 2/227:05 am
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 43m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/18![Sun Country Air logo]()
$118
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/23:30 pm
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
Sun Country Air
Wed 7/156:39 pm
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/18![Sun Country Air logo]()
$125
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/94:24 pm
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
Sun Country Air
Mon 4/1311:54 am
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 44m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/18![Sun Country Air logo]()
$128
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/211:30 pm
MSP
- STL
Nonstop1h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/282:51 pm
STL
- MSP
1 stop18h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$134
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/104:24 pm
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
Sun Country Air
Sun 4/129:13 pm
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 44m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/19![Sun Country Air logo]()
$134
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/23:30 pm
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 49m
Sun Country Air
Mon 7/66:19 pm
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/18![Sun Country Air logo]()
$138
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:45 am
MSP
- MDW
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Wed 3/41:50 pm
MDW
- MSP
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/87:10 am
MSP
- ORD
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Wed 4/152:40 pm
ORD
- MSP
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/94:24 pm
MSP
- ORD
Nonstop1h 39m
Sun Country Air
Sun 4/129:13 pm
ORD
- MSP
Nonstop1h 44m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 1/18![Sun Country Air logo]()
$143
Find flight deals from Minnesota to Illinois
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated January 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $117 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $59 (Sun Country Air) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $232 |
Good round-trip deal | $304 or less |
Good one-way deal | $165 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 January 20, 2026.
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Minnesota
Fly to
Illinois
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MinneapolisChicago
MSP - MDW
MSPMDW
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 2/17
3:20 pm-5:00 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
Chicago Midway
Tue 2/24
7:45 pm-9:15 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
$117
MinneapolisChicago
MSP - ORD
MSPORD
Minneapolis St Paul
Sat 3/14
7:18 pm-8:50 pm
Nonstop1h 32m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/22
7:30 am-9:13 am
Nonstop1h 43m
$118
MinneapolisSt. Louis
MSP - STL
MSPSTL
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 2/24
7:45 am-9:35 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Lambert-St Louis
Tue 3/3
5:55 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop3h 20m
$127
MinneapolisChicago
MSP - ORD
MSPORD
Minneapolis St Paul
Thu 4/9
4:24 pm-6:03 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 4/13
11:54 am-1:38 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
$128
MinneapolisSt. Louis
MSP - STL
MSPSTL
Minneapolis St Paul
Tue 4/7
2:20 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops7h 50m
Lambert-St Louis
Wed 4/15
8:35 am-3:50 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$142
MinneapolisChicago
MSP - ORD
MSPORD
Minneapolis St Paul
Fri 4/17
4:48 pm-6:27 pm
Nonstop1h 39m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 4/19
7:00 pm-8:44 pm
Nonstop1h 44m
$148
MinneapolisChicago
MSP - ORD
MSPORD
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 4/8
10:00 am-11:35 am
Nonstop1h 35m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/10
6:15 am-7:57 am
Nonstop1h 42m
$154
MinneapolisChicago
MSP - MDW
MSPMDW
Minneapolis St Paul
Mon 2/23
7:00 am-8:50 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Chicago Midway
Wed 2/25
2:35 pm-8:35 pm
1 stop6h 00m
$154
MinneapolisSt. Louis
MSP - STL
MSPSTL
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 2/25
7:45 am-9:35 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Lambert-St Louis
Mon 3/2
4:30 pm-10:20 pm
1 stop5h 50m
$154
MinneapolisSt. Louis
MSP - STL
MSPSTL
Minneapolis St Paul
Wed 2/18
7:45 am-9:35 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Lambert-St Louis
Sat 2/21
2:35 pm-9:40 pm
1 stop7h 05m
$154
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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois
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Estimated round-trip price
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois (average of $54). Flying from Minnesota to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $115). 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 MN to IL?
Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 January 20, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from Minnesota to Illinois in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Minnesota to Illinois?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Minnesota to Illinois. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Minnesota to Illinois flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Minnesota to Illinois
Explore weekly flight availability from Minnesota 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 January 20, 2026.
The most flights from USMN to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (83 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 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 January 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Minnesota to Illinois to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Minnesota to Illinois
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 January 20, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$38 | Average$96 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$57 | Average$318 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$146 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$93 | Average$295 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$97 | Average$400 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$101 | Average$220 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |