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$84+ Cheap flights from New Mexico 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 2/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — ORD
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Mexico to Illinois

Cheapest flights from New Mexico to Illinois
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 diciembre 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
jue. 12/2512:24 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
jue. 1/17:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$215
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/2512:24 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
lun. 12/295:15 amORD - ELP
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
jue. 12/258:16 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 14mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/15:50 pmORD - ELP
1 stop5h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$287
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/228:55 pmELP - ORD
1 stop16h 22mFrontier
lun. 12/295:15 amORD - ELP
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$305
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/2212:24 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
lun. 1/55:15 amORD - ELP
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$312
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/208:45 pmELP - ORD
1 stop26h 27mFrontier
dom. 1/410:49 pmORD - ELP
1 stop22h 11mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$314
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/125:32 pmELP - ORD
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
dom. 1/410:49 pmORD - ELP
1 stop22h 11mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
jue. 12/256:00 amABQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 03mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/110:54 amORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
jue. 12/256:00 amELP - ORD
2 stops10h 22mDelta
jue. 1/15:30 amORD - ELP
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/11$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/2412:44 pmABQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 06mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/259:15 amORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$335
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/118:55 pmELP - ORD
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
dom. 12/1412:59 pmORD - ELP
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$339
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/298:55 pmELP - ORD
1 stop16h 22mFrontier
vie. 1/27:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$340

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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$129
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$383

Good round-trip deal

$281 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Mexico to Illinois that are best for you.

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El PasoSt. Louis

ELP - STL

ELPSTL

El Paso

dom. 1/25

12:34 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 16m

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 2/1

12:03 pm-11:39 am

1 stop24h 36m

$188

El PasoChicago

ELP - ORD

ELPORD

El Paso

sáb. 1/24

2:30 pm-10:57 am

1 stop19h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/31

9:15 am-11:39 am

2 stops27h 24m

$190

El PasoChicago

ELP - ORD

ELPORD

El Paso

lun. 1/5

2:14 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop24h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/10

6:51 pm-11:37 am

2 stops41h 46m

$229

AlbuquerqueMoline

ABQ - MLI

ABQMLI

Albuquerque

jue. 1/8

2:40 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Moline Quad-City

jue. 1/15

10:47 am-9:44 pm

2 stops11h 57m

$253

El PasoChicago

ELP - ORD

ELPORD

El Paso

jue. 3/12

7:30 pm-1:07 am

1 stop28h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/16

6:30 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$272

Santa FeChicago

SAF - ORD

SAFORD

Santa Fe

mié. 3/25

2:33 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/31

11:43 am-2:03 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$275

AlbuquerqueSt. Louis

ABQ - STL

ABQSTL

Albuquerque

mié. 2/4

2:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 2/10

2:38 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$277

El PasoChicago

ELP - MDW

ELPMDW

El Paso

sáb. 2/14

6:00 am-3:21 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/18

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$277

AlbuquerqueSt. Louis

ABQ - STL

ABQSTL

Albuquerque

mié. 2/4

6:40 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 2/10

10:15 am-3:20 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$282

El PasoChicago

ELP - ORD

ELPORD

El Paso

mar. 1/20

12:40 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 2/3

9:05 am-11:57 am

Nonstop3h 52m

$284

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Best time to book a flight from New Mexico to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Mexico to Illinois

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

Currently, January 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

When flying from New Mexico to Illinois, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 62% versus a flight in the morning.

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 diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from USNM to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from New Mexico to Illinois in 3h 06m. Fly via Frontier, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. New Mexico and Illinois are separated by a distance of 1070 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $87 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $112 and $165, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Mexico to Illinois?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Mexico 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 New Mexico to Illinois?

    Currently, January 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.

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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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$199Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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