Illinois

$69+ Cheap flights from Missouri 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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — ORD
May 31 — Jun 71
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Cheap flight deals from Missouri to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Missouri to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Missouri to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 6/16:21 am
STL
-
MDW
1 stop6h 58m
Delta
Wed 6/36:23 am
MDW
-
STL
1 stop5h 57m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:33 pm
STL
-
ORD
2 stops18h 04m
Frontier
Thu 5/286:55 am
ORD
-
STL
1 stop10h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/96:31 pm
STL
-
ORD
1 stop13h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/126:15 am
ORD
-
STL
1 stop12h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/275:27 pm
STL
-
ORD
2 stops14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/31:29 pm
ORD
-
STL
1 stop28h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/311:25 am
STL
-
ORD
2 stops8h 49m
Delta
Sat 6/68:10 am
ORD
-
STL
1 stop6h 08m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/16:24 pm
MCI
-
STL
1 stop23h 09m
Frontier
Fri 6/54:19 pm
STL
-
MCI
2 stops25h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/217:20 am
STL
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Mon 5/259:00 am
MDW
-
STL
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/217:00 am
STL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 29m
American Airlines
Sat 5/307:05 am
ORD
-
STL
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/30$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/217:00 am
STL
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 29m
American Airlines
Mon 5/2512:40 pm
ORD
-
STL
Nonstop1h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/30$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/195:35 am
STL
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Thu 5/2111:40 am
MDW
-
STL
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/268:54 am
JLN
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Mon 9/2111:29 am
ORD
-
JLN
Nonstop1h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/28$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/2810:30 am
STL
-
MDW
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Thu 6/46:00 pm
MDW
-
STL
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/28$201

Find flight deals from Missouri to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Missouri to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$184
(Delta)

One-way from

$69
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less

Good one-way deal

$59 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Missouri to Illinois
One-way flight from Missouri to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Missouri to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Missouri to Illinois.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Missouri 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 May 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Missouri to Illinois that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/30

10:55 am-5:10 pm

2 stops6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/6

8:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$216

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 6/4

7:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

1:44 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$216

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/25

5:40 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/1

9:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$226

St. LouisChicago

STL - MDW

STLMDW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/26

8:45 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

9:30 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$234

St. LouisChicago

STL - ORD

STLORD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 6/11

9:23 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

7:05 am-8:41 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$237

ColumbiaChicago

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Thu 6/25

6:47 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/28

4:44 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$239

ColumbiaChicago

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Sat 6/13

8:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/20

9:15 am-10:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$239

ColumbiaChicago

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Fri 5/22

6:32 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

4:36 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$239

ColumbiaChicago

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Thu 5/28

3:25 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

8:45 am-10:18 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$239

ColumbiaChicago

COU - ORD

COUORD

Columbia Regional

Thu 8/6

3:05 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

9:15 am-10:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Missouri to Illinois

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Missouri to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Missouri to Illinois (average of $61). Flying from Missouri to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $117). 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 MO to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Missouri 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 1, 2026.

When flying from Missouri 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 35% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Missouri to Illinois. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Missouri to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Missouri 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 1, 2026.

The most flights from USMO to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (77 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).

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

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 1, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Contour, andUnited Airlines from Missouri to Illinois. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Missouri to Illinois will take you 1h 58m. The distance between Missouri and Illinois is about 484 mi. 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 Missouri to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southern / Mokulele, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $34. Southwest flights start at $45 while deals on American Airlines start at $48 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Missouri to Illinois (average of $61). Flying from Missouri to Illinois in February is currently the most expensive (average of $117). 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 Missouri to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Missouri 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ContourCheapest$62Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$117Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$140Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$143Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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