Illinois

$58+ 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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — ORD
Mar 29 — Apr 51
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Illinois
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 February 27, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/16:00 am
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 4/15:55 pm
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$119
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/87:00 am
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 50m
Delta
Wed 4/82:05 pm
MDW
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 39m
Delta
Deal found 2/24$121
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/296:15 pm
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Thu 4/309:30 pm
MDW
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/25$124
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/16:00 am
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Fri 4/32:30 pm
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$129
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Thu 3/196:50 am
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Wed 3/253:50 pm
MDW
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/24$134
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 4/1410:05 am
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Fri 4/179:30 pm
MDW
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/24$136
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Fri 4/36:00 am
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Sun 4/59:40 pm
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/23$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/1710:24 am
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun Country Air
Sun 4/197:20 am
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/25$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 5/133:15 pm
MSP
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Thu 5/148:05 am
MDW
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/26$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/139:12 am
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 37m
Sun Country Air
Mon 4/207:05 pm
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/26$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/126:42 pm
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun Country Air
Sun 4/197:20 am
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/26$140
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 4/165:18 pm
MSP
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun Country Air
Sun 4/197:20 am
ORD
-
MSP
Nonstop1h 46m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/26$142

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 February 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$119
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$58
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$306 or less

Good one-way deal

$176 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Minneapolis St Paul-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Minnesota to Illinois
One-way flight from Minnesota to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minnesota to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minnesota to Illinois.

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

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/23

4:25 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/25

6:25 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$148

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/7

9:00 am-1:17 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/10

8:30 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$161

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - MDW

MSPMDW

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 4/29

6:55 am-4:35 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/30

4:05 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$167

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/16

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

8:50 am-10:30 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$176

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 4/10

6:40 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

7:58 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$189

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 5/7

5:00 am-6:51 am

Nonstop1h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

7:55 pm-9:47 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$189

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 4/4

3:10 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

8:03 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$189

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 4/3

6:53 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/6

8:03 pm-9:54 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$189

Sioux FallsChicago

FSD - ORD

FSDORD

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 4/10

1:34 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

7:09 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop3h 53m

$193

MinneapolisChicago

MSP - ORD

MSPORD

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/9

6:00 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

7:10 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$204

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Illinois

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

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 February 27, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Minnesota to Illinois in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% 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 February 21, 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 afternoons 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 February 27, 2026.

The most flights from USMN to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 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 February 27, 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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

Related info for your journey

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

    Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines can get you from Minnesota to Illinois in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 42m. There are 348 mi between Minnesota and Illinois. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $29. Southwest flights start at $38 while deals on American Airlines start at $45 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Minnesota 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 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.

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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 February 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$49Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$58Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$91Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$95Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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