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$80+ Cheap flights from Virginia to Illinois

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Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Virginia to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$150
(Priceline)

One-way from

$80
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$375

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/71:29 pmIAD - MDW
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Sat 8/96:20 amMDW - IAD
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$150
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/264:17 pmIAD - ORD
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Sat 8/25:01 amORD - IAD
1 stop9h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$151
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/266:25 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/2812:50 pmORD - DCA
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/113:39 pmIAD - ORD
Nonstop2h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/119:31 pmORD - IAD
Nonstop1h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/213:05 pmDCA - MDW
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/255:25 pmMDW - DCA
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/2110:55 amDCA - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/258:09 amORD - DCA
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 7/194:44 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop7h 45mFrontier
Mon 8/1111:15 amORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$161
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/105:15 pmRDU - MDW
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Mon 7/146:20 amMDW - RDU
1 stop8h 52mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$164
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/41:00 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop12h 32mFrontier
Thu 8/75:40 amORD - DCA
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$165
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 9/116:33 pmRDU - ORD
1 stop6h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1410:18 amORD - RDU
1 stop9h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$175
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Tue 8/1912:50 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/171:30 pmORD - DCA
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/121:28 pmRDU - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/132:08 pmORD - RDU
Nonstop2h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$177

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Illinois that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - MDW

IADMDW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/7

1:29 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/9

6:20 am-3:12 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$150

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - ORD

IADORD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/26

4:17 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/2

5:01 am-3:12 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$151

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/26

6:25 am-7:39 am

Nonstop2h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

12:50 pm-3:51 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$157

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/21

3:05 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/25

2:45 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$157

Washington, D.C.Chicago

IAD - ORD

IADORD

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/11

3:39 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

9:31 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$157

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/21

10:55 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop2h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/25

8:09 am-11:00 am

Nonstop1h 51m

$158

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/19

4:44 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

11:15 am-2:28 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$161

RaleighChicago

RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/10

5:15 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/14

6:20 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$164

Washington, D.C.Chicago

DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/4

1:00 pm-12:32 am

1 stop12h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

5:40 am-4:59 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$165

RaleighChicago

RDU - ORD

RDUORD

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/11

6:33 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

10:18 am-8:54 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$175

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Deals found on 7/1

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Illinois

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 July 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Virginia to Illinois as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Virginia to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from Virginia 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from USVA to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (24 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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Virginia to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    $80 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $89, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Virginia 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 6 airlines flying from Virginia to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$108Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$198Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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