Illinois

$111+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Illinois

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PDX — ORD
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Portland to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 22, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/118:42 pm
PDX
-
STL
1 stop15h 24m
Frontier
Wed 6/177:46 pm
STL
-
PDX
1 stop26h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 9/283:22 pm
PDX
-
ORD
1 stop16h 39m
Frontier
Mon 10/51:02 pm
ORD
-
PDX
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Wed 5/277:00 am
PDX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 13m
United Airlines
Thu 5/287:55 pm
ORD
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2711:55 pm
PDX
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 55m
Southwest
Thu 5/289:50 pm
MDW
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18$305
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/15:42 pm
PDX
-
ORD
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/57:20 am
ORD
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Sat 6/2710:59 pm
PDX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 01m
American Airlines
Fri 7/37:20 pm
ORD
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/18$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Sat 7/114:25 pm
PDX
-
STL
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Sat 7/255:35 pm
STL
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/20$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/410:40 pm
PDX
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 07m
United Airlines
Sat 7/117:00 am
ORD
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20$310
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/111:30 pm
PDX
-
MDW
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Wed 7/159:10 pm
MDW
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/20$310
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/189:34 pm
PDX
-
STL
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/226:08 pm
STL
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$310
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/316:59 pm
PDX
-
ORD
1 stop8h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/57:20 am
ORD
-
PDX
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/279:20 am
PDX
-
STL
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Mon 8/315:45 am
STL
-
PDX
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17$314

Find flight deals from Portland to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated May 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$111
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$373 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-Chicago (CHI) flights.
From Portland to Illinois
One-way flight from Portland to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Portland to Illinois.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to Illinois.

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandChicago

PDX - ORD

PDXORD

Portland

Wed 7/22

2:25 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

1:30 pm-3:57 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$315

PortlandSt. Louis

PDX - STL

PDXSTL

Portland

Wed 8/5

11:40 pm-8:34 am

1 stop6h 54m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 8/19

5:30 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$319

PortlandChicago

PDX - MDW

PDXMDW

Portland

Wed 5/27

5:40 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/28

4:35 pm-12:55 am

2 stops10h 20m

$320
Quickest round-trip

PortlandChicago

PDX - MDW

PDXMDW

Portland

Sat 6/27

11:30 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Chicago Midway

Fri 7/3

4:40 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$321

PortlandChicago

PDX - ORD

PDXORD

Portland

Sat 7/11

11:40 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

6:10 am-12:07 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$325

PortlandChicago

PDX - ORD

PDXORD

Portland

Sat 8/1

10:53 am-11:18 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/4

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

$335

PortlandChicago

PDX - ORD

PDXORD

Portland

Wed 7/8

6:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/15

5:55 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$335

PortlandSt. Louis

PDX - STL

PDXSTL

Portland

Tue 8/4

5:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/25

5:35 am-3:25 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$335

PortlandChicago

PDX - ORD

PDXORD

Portland

Wed 7/8

1:14 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

7:00 am-9:34 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$336

PortlandChicago

PDX - MDW

PDXMDW

Portland

Fri 7/10

11:30 pm-5:20 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/14

5:05 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 55m

$336

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Illinois

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Illinois (average of $102). Flying from Portland to Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $755). 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 PDX to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 22, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to Illinois in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland 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 22, 2026.

The most flights from PDX to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 on average).

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland to Illinois, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Illinois. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Illinois flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andHawaiian Airlines from Portland to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Eugene,Mar 2026

MFR - SEA

Alaska Airlines is is always good. There where few choices of what to drink, and no food. No blankets, no pillows, and you h ats ok. I just had open heart surgery And i could have used something. But the flight and the crew where exelent. So all is well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Illinois?

    Located just 6.0 mi from the city center, Portland (PDX) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Portland.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Illinois?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from Portland to Illinois in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1746 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 Portland to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Frontier flights start at $72 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $79 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland to Illinois?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Illinois?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland to Illinois on time: Alaska Airlines (92%), Qatar Airways (91%), United Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,016 for a flight from Portland to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $146 while the most popular route, (Portland - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $300.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Illinois (average of $102). Flying from Portland to Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $755). 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to Illinois

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$93Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$96Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$171Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$209Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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