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$53+ Cheap flights from New Mexico to Illinois

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ABQ — ORD
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Sat 7/5
Sat 7/12
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Cheap 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 June 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$53
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$182 or less
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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 June 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:33 pmELP - STL
1 stop18h 33mFrontier
Tue 9/167:55 pmSTL - ELP
1 stop17h 53mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:00 amABQ - STL
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Tue 8/193:30 pmSTL - ABQ
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 6/29$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/45:00 amABQ - STL
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Fri 8/85:25 amSTL - ABQ
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/155:59 pmSAF - STL
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/195:15 amSTL - SAF
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 8/115:59 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/185:00 amORD - SAF
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/28$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/125:30 amABQ - STL
2 stops8h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/195:15 amSTL - ABQ
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:15 amABQ - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/49:56 amORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/141:40 pmABQ - MDW
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Thu 8/215:00 pmMDW - ABQ
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:00 amELP - STL
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Tue 8/193:40 pmSTL - ELP
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 6/29$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:00 pmABQ - ORD
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/117:35 pmORD - ABQ
Nonstop3h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$267
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1410:28 amABQ - ORD
3 stops28h 58mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/46:00 amORD - ABQ
1 stop8h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/29$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:25 amELP - STL
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:15 amSTL - ELP
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$272

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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 June 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Mexico to Illinois that are best for you.

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New Mexico

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

El PasoSt. Louis

ELP - STL

ELPSTL

El Paso

Wed 9/10

1:33 pm-9:06 am

1 stop18h 33m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/16

7:55 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop17h 53m

$182

AlbuquerqueSt. Louis

ABQ - STL

ABQSTL

Albuquerque

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/19

3:30 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$237

AlbuquerqueSt. Louis

ABQ - STL

ABQSTL

Albuquerque

Mon 8/4

5:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 8/8

5:25 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 10m

$247

Santa FeSt. Louis

SAF - STL

SAFSTL

Santa Fe

Tue 7/15

5:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/19

5:15 am-9:22 am

1 stop5h 07m

$254

Santa FeChicago

SAF - ORD

SAFORD

Santa Fe

Mon 8/11

5:59 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

5:00 am-9:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$254

AlbuquerqueSt. Louis

ABQ - STL

ABQSTL

Albuquerque

Tue 8/12

5:30 am-2:37 pm

2 stops8h 07m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/19

5:15 am-9:37 am

1 stop5h 22m

$261

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Wed 7/30

6:15 am-10:13 am

Nonstop2h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

9:56 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$263

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - MDW

ABQMDW

Albuquerque

Thu 8/14

1:40 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/21

5:00 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$266

El PasoSt. Louis

ELP - STL

ELPSTL

El Paso

Wed 8/13

6:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/19

3:40 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$267

AlbuquerqueChicago

ABQ - ORD

ABQORD

Albuquerque

Mon 8/4

6:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

7:35 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$267

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Mexico to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New Mexico to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 June 30, 2025.

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 June 30, 2025.

The most flights from USNM to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 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 June 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,852 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    $53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $93 and $119, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Mexico to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New Mexico to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 4 airlines flying from New Mexico to Illinois

Discover the top 4 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 June 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$342Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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