$76+ Cheap flights from New Mexico to Illinois
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ABQ — ORD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Mexico to IllinoisExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Mexico to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Mexico to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/512:24 pm
ELP
- ORD
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Sat 3/77:00 am
ORD
- ELP
2 stops35h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/67:30 pm
ELP
- ORD
2 stops27h 51m
Frontier
Sun 3/810:53 am
ORD
- ELP
1 stop8h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25![Frontier logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/512:24 pm
ELP
- ORD
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Wed 3/119:28 am
ORD
- ELP
2 stops34h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2210:26 pm
ELP
- ORD
2 stops35h 25m
Frontier
Sun 3/14:16 pm
ORD
- ELP
1 stop20h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$214
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:03 pm
ELP
- ORD
1 stop19h 47m
Frontier
Sun 5/310:55 am
ORD
- ELP
1 stop26h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$215
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:51 pm
ELP
- ORD
1 stop7h 17m
Frontier
Tue 3/178:55 pm
ORD
- ELP
1 stop25h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/67:30 pm
ELP
- ORD
2 stops27h 51m
Frontier
Mon 3/96:20 pm
ORD
- ELP
1 stop25h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24![Frontier logo]()
$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/2012:34 pm
ELP
- ORD
2 stops33h 43m
Frontier
Sun 2/226:03 pm
ORD
- ELP
1 stop18h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25![Frontier logo]()
$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2112:35 pm
ELP
- ORD
Nonstop3h 22m
United Airlines
Sun 3/18:52 am
ORD
- ELP
Nonstop4h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26![United Airlines logo]()
$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:53 am
ELP
- ORD
Nonstop3h 17m
American Airlines
Tue 9/158:20 pm
ORD
- ELP
Nonstop3h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24![American Airlines logo]()
$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 2/251:49 pm
ELP
- STL
2 stops33h 10m
Frontier
Sat 2/286:41 pm
STL
- ELP
1 stop27h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/25![Frontier logo]()
$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 2/205:15 am
ELP
- MDW
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Fri 2/275:10 am
MDW
- ELP
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26![Southwest logo]()
$269
Find flight deals from New Mexico to Illinois
Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Mexico to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated January 26, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $172 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $76 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $444 |
Good round-trip deal | $288 or less |
Good one-way deal | $182 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Mexico 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Mexico to Illinois that are best for you.
Fly from
New Mexico
Fly to
Illinois
Route
Depart
Return
Price
El PasoChicago
ELP - ORD
ELPORD
El Paso
Mon 5/4
8:57 pm-6:47 am
1 stop8h 50m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 5/7
10:55 am-12:18 pm
1 stop26h 23m
$241
El PasoChicago
ELP - ORD
ELPORD
El Paso
Sat 2/21
6:00 am-2:10 pm
1 stop7h 10m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/1
6:45 am-12:27 pm
1 stop6h 42m
$260
El PasoSt. Louis
ELP - STL
ELPSTL
El Paso
Wed 2/25
1:49 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops33h 10m
Lambert-St Louis
Sat 2/28
6:41 pm-9:31 pm
1 stop27h 50m
$266
El PasoChicago
ELP - ORD
ELPORD
El Paso
Fri 2/20
2:36 pm-9:29 pm
1 stop5h 53m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 2/22
7:10 am-1:33 pm
1 stop7h 23m
$269
El PasoChicago
ELP - MDW
ELPMDW
El Paso
Fri 2/20
5:15 am-12:55 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Chicago Midway
Fri 2/27
5:10 am-12:05 pm
1 stop7h 55m
$269
El PasoChicago
ELP - ORD
ELPORD
El Paso
Fri 2/20
1:26 pm-9:01 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 2/27
6:45 am-12:27 pm
1 stop6h 42m
$269
El PasoChicago
ELP - MDW
ELPMDW
El Paso
Fri 2/20
1:26 pm-10:31 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Chicago Midway
Sun 2/22
6:00 am-12:27 pm
1 stop7h 27m
$269
El PasoChicago
ELP - ORD
ELPORD
El Paso
Wed 2/18
6:00 am-10:15 am
Nonstop3h 15m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/25
8:51 pm-11:37 pm
Nonstop3h 46m
$270
El PasoChicago
ELP - MDW
ELPMDW
El Paso
Sat 3/21
10:10 am-5:55 pm
1 stop6h 45m
Chicago Midway
Sat 3/28
6:30 pm-1:00 am
2 stops7h 30m
$272
El PasoChicago
ELP - ORD
ELPORD
El Paso
Thu 3/5
1:26 pm-9:01 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/11
9:50 am-8:54 pm
2 stops12h 04m
$274
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Best time to book a flight from New Mexico to Illinois
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Mexico to Illinois?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Mexico to Illinois (average of $175). Flying from New Mexico to Illinois in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 NM to IL?
Find hourly flight availability from New Mexico 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 26, 2026.
When flying from New Mexico 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 New Mexico to Illinois
Explore weekly flight availability from New Mexico 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 26, 2026.
The most flights from USNM to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New Mexico to Illinois have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 3 airlines flying from New Mexico to Illinois
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Mexico 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 26, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$234 | Average$458 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$454 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$417 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |