Illinois

$136+ Cheap flights from Montana 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BZN — ORD
Jul 20 — Jul 271
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Cheapest flights from Montana to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montana to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 20, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:40 am
GTF
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ORD
1 stop5h 19m
Delta
Mon 8/248:28 am
ORD
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GTF
2 stops10h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/18$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Tue 7/216:24 am
BIL
-
MDW
1 stop5h 45m
Delta
Sat 7/251:49 pm
MDW
-
BIL
1 stop7h 10m
Delta
Deal found 6/17$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sat 8/16:00 pm
BIL
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ORD
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 8/85:00 am
ORD
-
BIL
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/266:25 am
BIL
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MDW
1 stop5h 42m
Delta
Tue 9/291:47 pm
MDW
-
BIL
2 stops9h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/18$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/125:20 am
BIL
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ORD
1 stop5h 39m
Delta
Sat 8/153:00 pm
ORD
-
BIL
2 stops8h 53m
Delta
Deal found 6/18$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/295:03 pm
BZN
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ORD
Nonstop3h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 8/41:49 pm
ORD
-
BZN
Nonstop3h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/295:03 pm
BZN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 8/119:45 am
ORD
-
BZN
Nonstop3h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/62:37 pm
BZN
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ORD
1 stop7h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 11/99:10 am
ORD
-
BZN
Nonstop3h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/274:40 pm
BIL
-
ORD
1 stop6h 19m
United Airlines
Sat 8/298:40 am
ORD
-
BIL
Nonstop3h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$292
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 9/174:23 pm
BZN
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 9/225:00 am
ORD
-
BZN
1 stop5h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:00 pm
BIL
-
ORD
1 stop5h 44m
United Airlines
Sat 8/15:00 am
ORD
-
BIL
1 stop5h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/171:15 pm
GTF
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ORD
1 stop7h 32m
Delta
Mon 9/2111:20 am
ORD
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GTF
2 stops12h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/19$298

Find flight deals from Montana to Illinois

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$212
(Delta)

One-way from

$136
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$408

Good round-trip deal

$348 or less

Good one-way deal

$201 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Bozeman Gallatin Field-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Montana to Illinois
One-way flight from Montana to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Montana to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Montana to Illinois.

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

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

BozemanChicago

BZN - ORD

BZNORD

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Thu 7/23

4:24 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/26

5:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop5h 29m

$295

BillingsChicago

BIL - ORD

BILORD

Billings Logan Intl

Wed 8/26

2:29 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

5:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$302

BozemanChicago

BZN - ORD

BZNORD

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 7/24

12:13 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/27

6:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$305

BozemanChicago

BZN - MDW

BZNMDW

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 11/6

2:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/9

9:55 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$310

Great FallsChicago

GTF - ORD

GTFORD

Great Falls

Fri 9/18

1:15 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/20

7:45 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$318

Great FallsChicago

GTF - ORD

GTFORD

Great Falls

Wed 11/4

1:10 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/8

1:15 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops10h 38m

$324

HelenaChicago

HLN - ORD

HLNORD

Helena

Fri 8/14

12:55 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/24

7:48 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$329

BozemanChicago

BZN - MDW

BZNMDW

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 11/6

2:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sun 11/8

6:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$332

BillingsChicago

BIL - MDW

BILMDW

Billings Logan Intl

Mon 8/10

6:26 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/17

7:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$333

BillingsChicago

BIL - ORD

BILORD

Billings Logan Intl

Mon 11/9

5:45 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/19

3:50 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$333

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Best time to book a flight from Montana to Illinois

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montana to Illinois (average of $129). Flying from Montana to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 MT to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Montana 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 June 20, 2026.

When flying from Montana to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Montana to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Montana 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 June 20, 2026.

The most flights from USMT to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Montana to Illinois. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 June 20, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta from Montana to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Montana to Illinois will take you 3h 16m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1182 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $95. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Montana to Illinois for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montana to Illinois (average of $129). Flying from Montana to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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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Alternative routes for Montana to Illinois

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Top 4 airlines flying from Montana to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Montana 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 June 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$129Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$166Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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