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$229+ Cheap flights from Rochester, MN (RST) 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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RST — ORD
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rochester to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rochester to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(Delta)

One-way from

$229
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$464

Good round-trip deal

$347 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
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Cheapest flights from Rochester to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rochester to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/237:00 amRST - STL
1 stop3h 49mDelta
sáb. 8/233:30 pmSTL - RST
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/10$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/134:59 pmRST - ORD
2 stops15h 05mDelta
lun. 8/187:00 pmORD - RST
2 stops21h 19mDelta
Deal found 6/10$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/137:00 amRST - MDW
1 stop10h 37mDelta
mar. 8/199:15 amMDW - RST
1 stop14h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/10$285
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/166:25 pmRST - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mAmerican Airlines
mar. 8/1910:54 amORD - RST
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/255:39 pmRST - STL
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
dom. 6/297:20 amSTL - RST
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$415
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
vie. 6/135:39 pmRST - PIA
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 6/146:26 pmPIA - RST
1 stop5h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
vie. 6/131:24 pmRST - SPI
1 stop4h 30mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 6/146:32 pmSPI - RST
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$786

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rochester 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rochester to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Rochester

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RochesterSt. Louis

RST - STL

RSTSTL

Rochester

sáb. 8/23

7:00 am-10:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 8/23

3:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$242

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

mié. 8/13

4:59 pm-8:04 am

2 stops15h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/18

7:00 pm-4:19 pm

2 stops21h 19m

$285

RochesterChicago

RST - MDW

RSTMDW

Rochester

mié. 8/13

7:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Chicago Midway

lun. 8/18

9:15 am-11:29 pm

1 stop14h 14m

$285

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

sáb. 8/16

6:25 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 8/19

10:54 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$309

RochesterSt. Louis

RST - STL

RSTSTL

Rochester

mié. 6/25

5:39 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 6/29

7:20 am-12:54 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$415

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

sáb. 8/2

2:00 pm-3:24 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$229

RochesterChicago

RST - ORD

RSTORD

Rochester

mié. 7/2

1:20 pm-4:46 pm

1 stop3h 26m

$244

RochesterChicago

RST - MDW

RSTMDW

Rochester

mié. 7/2

1:20 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$244

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Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Rochester to Illinois

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota 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 RST to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Rochester 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 junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Rochester, Minnesota 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 Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Rochester 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from RST to USIL are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Rochester to Illinois, see what other customers have to say about Delta and American Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Rochester (RST), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Rochester to Illinois.

  • What are the most popular routes from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois is Rochester - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Rochester - Chicago Midway or Rochester - Lambert-St Louis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois are SkyWest Airlines (77%), British Airways (69%) and Piedmont Airlines (67%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois?

    On average you can expect to pay $402 for a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Rochester - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $302.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rochester 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 Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rochester, Minnesota to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Rochester, Minnesota 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 2 airlines flying from Rochester to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Rochester 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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