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$79+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Illinois

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HOU — ORD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Illinois

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

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$188

Good round-trip deal

$215 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

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.
Wed 10/16:35 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Wed 10/81:00 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
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 8/285:05 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 9/21:50 pmORD - HOU
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$177
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/78:00 amHOU - STL
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Mon 8/116:55 pmSTL - HOU
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$197
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:00 amHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Tue 8/126:04 amMDW - HOU
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/2$217
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/226:34 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 22mDelta
Wed 9/177:20 amORD - HOU
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/3$217
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/54:16 pmHOU - STL
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Thu 8/71:29 pmSTL - HOU
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/2$217
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.
Fri 8/84:20 pmHOU - MLI
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/910:42 amMLI - HOU
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$226
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.
Tue 10/76:39 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/146:55 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$251
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/215:53 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop18h 39mSun Country Air
Thu 9/187:12 pmORD - HOU
1 stop14h 57mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/3$265
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/305:00 amHOU - PIA
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/611:14 amPIA - HOU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$279
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/182:30 pmHOU - BMI
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/207:01 amBMI - HOU
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$317
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 7/315:00 amHOU - STL
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/77:01 amSTL - HOU
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$317

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/1

6:35 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/8

1:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$157

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/28

6:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

1:50 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$177

HoustonSt. Louis

HOU - STL

HOUSTL

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/7

8:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/11

5:15 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$197

HoustonChicago

HOU - MDW

HOUMDW

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/9

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 48m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

6:04 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$217

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/22

6:34 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

7:20 am-12:18 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$217

HoustonSt. Louis

HOU - STL

HOUSTL

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/5

4:16 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/7

1:29 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$217

HoustonMoline

HOU - MLI

HOUMLI

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/8

4:20 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/9

10:42 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$226

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/27

8:51 am-1:37 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

1:21 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$251

HoustonChicago

HOU - ORD

HOUORD

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/21

5:53 pm-12:32 pm

1 stop18h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

7:12 pm-10:09 am

1 stop14h 57m

$265

HoustonPeoria

HOU - PIA

HOUPIA

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/30

5:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Greater Peoria

Wed 8/6

11:14 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$279

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/3

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois as you normally would.

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 Allegiant Air from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
708 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
339 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. American Airlines flights start at $108 while deals on Delta start at $109 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois are Houston Hobby - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Houston Hobby - Chicago Midway and Houston Hobby - Lambert-St Louis.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 5 airlines flying from Hobby to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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
FrontierCheapest$59Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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