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$69+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Memphis (MEM)

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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEM
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Memphis

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

Round-trip from

$137
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$69
(Priceline)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$330

Good round-trip deal

$201 or less

Good one-way deal

$130 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Memphis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Memphis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

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.
Thu 8/78:57 amORD - MEM
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/112:46 pmMEM - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$137
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.
Tue 9/168:30 amMDW - MEM
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Thu 9/186:10 pmMEM - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$137
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.
Thu 8/72:20 pmORD - MEM
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/117:01 amMEM - ORD
Nonstop1h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$138
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 8/711:25 amORD - MEM
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Mon 8/117:05 amMEM - ORD
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$157
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2910:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop6h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 8/55:34 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$176
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.
Thu 8/79:00 amORD - MEM
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Mon 8/117:10 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/3$177
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.
Thu 8/76:00 amMDW - MEM
1 stop5h 38mDelta
Mon 8/114:50 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/3$177
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.
Tue 8/54:35 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/127:25 amMEM - STL
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$177
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/87:08 amORD - MEM
1 stop14h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1110:06 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop16h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$188
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/75:40 amORD - MEM
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Sun 8/107:48 pmMEM - ORD
1 stop28h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$211
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/51:17 pmSTL - MEM
1 stop10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/127:01 amMEM - STL
1 stop12h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$217
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.
Fri 8/294:21 pmMLI - MEM
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/37:00 amMEM - MLI
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$229

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Memphis 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 Illinois to Memphis that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Memphis

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Price

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

8:57 am-11:02 am

Nonstop2h 05m

Memphis

Mon 8/11

2:46 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$137

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/16

8:30 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Memphis

Thu 9/18

6:10 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$137

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

2:20 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

Memphis

Mon 8/11

4:49 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$138

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

11:25 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Memphis

Mon 8/11

7:05 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$157

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

10:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Memphis

Tue 8/5

5:34 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$176

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

9:00 am-1:23 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Memphis

Mon 8/11

5:50 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

MDW - MEM

MDWMEM

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop5h 38m

Memphis

Mon 8/11

4:50 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$177

St. LouisMemphis

STL - MEM

STLMEM

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/5

4:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Memphis

Tue 8/12

7:25 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

7:08 am-9:16 pm

1 stop14h 08m

Memphis

Mon 8/11

10:06 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop16h 07m

$188

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

5:40 am-6:48 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Memphis

Sun 8/10

7:48 pm-12:32 am

1 stop28h 44m

$211

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Memphis

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Illinois to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 IL to MEM?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Memphis. 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.

When flying from Illinois to Memphis, 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 Illinois to Memphis

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Memphis. 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 USIL to MEM are scheduled on a Thursday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Memphis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Memphis. 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 Memphis. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Illinois to Memphis to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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
4,270 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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
7,970 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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
8,845 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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
4,270 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
709 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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 Illinois to Memphis. 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 into for flights to Memphis from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Memphis from Illinois, you will be flying to Memphis, which is the city’s only airport. Memphis (MEM) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Memphis.

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

    $69 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $69 and $70, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Memphis is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Memphis or Moline Quad-City - Memphis.

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

    Before booking your flight to Memphis from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: GoJet (84%), Envoy Air (83%), Austrian Airlines( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Memphis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $146. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Memphis) can be booked for $137 on average our data indicates $280 when flying from Illinois to Memphis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Memphis (average of $310). Flying from Illinois to Memphis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Illinois to Memphis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Memphis. 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$143Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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