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$67+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New Mexico

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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ABQ
Eki 15 — Eki 221
Çar 10/15
Çar 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to New Mexico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to New Mexico flight deals. Data was last updated Eylül 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$148
(Priceline)

One-way from

$67
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$374

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$177 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to New Mexico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to New Mexico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Eylül 15, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Per 10/236:50 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Çar 10/293:25 pmELP - ORD
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Cum 11/76:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop9h 20mFrontier
Cmt 11/153:25 pmELP - ORD
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$150
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Cum 10/2412:11 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop26h 39mFrontier
Paz 10/261:37 pmELP - MDW
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$150
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Pzt 10/2712:11 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop27h 24mFrontier
Çar 10/293:25 pmELP - MDW
1 stop19h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$151
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Cum 10/36:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Cum 10/101:37 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$163
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Cmt 11/159:13 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Pzt 11/176:00 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$165
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Cum 10/34:48 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop23h 16mFrontier
Cum 10/101:37 pmELP - MDW
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Pzt 11/1012:30 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop27h 05mFrontier
Paz 11/161:47 pmELP - MDW
1 stop20h 43mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$172
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Çar 10/157:15 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
Cmt 10/182:39 pmELP - ORD
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$176
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Cmt 10/113:35 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 31mUnited Airlines
Cmt 10/188:30 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$177
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Cum 10/36:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop7h 48mFrontier
Paz 10/51:33 pmELP - ORD
1 stop19h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$180
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Per 10/236:24 pmMDW - ELP
1 stop19h 28mFrontier
Çar 10/293:25 pmELP - MDW
1 stop19h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$181

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to New Mexico 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 Eylül 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New Mexico that are best for you.

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New Mexico

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ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Çar 10/15

7:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

El Paso

Cmt 10/18

2:39 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$176

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Cum 10/3

4:48 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop23h 16m

El Paso

Paz 10/5

1:33 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$182

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Cmt 11/15

6:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 25m

El Paso

Pzt 11/17

12:55 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$200

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Cum 9/26

4:48 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop23h 16m

El Paso

Paz 10/5

1:33 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop25h 20m

$219

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Cum 9/26

9:54 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop16h 50m

El Paso

Cmt 10/4

3:54 pm-9:37 am

1 stop16h 43m

$233

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Cum 10/24

5:01 am-9:24 am

1 stop5h 23m

Santa Fe

Cum 10/31

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$254

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Cum 10/24

5:01 am-9:24 am

1 stop5h 23m

Santa Fe

Sal 10/28

3:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$254

MolineAlbuquerque

MLI - ABQ

MLIABQ

Moline Quad-City

Çar 10/29

6:32 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 47m

Albuquerque

Cmt 11/1

8:28 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$259

MolineAlbuquerque

MLI - ABQ

MLIABQ

Moline Quad-City

Cmt 2/21

5:00 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Albuquerque

Çar 2/25

2:00 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$259

PeoriaAlbuquerque

PIA - ABQ

PIAABQ

Greater Peoria

Sal 1/27

6:04 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Albuquerque

Cmt 1/31

8:45 am-2:17 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to New Mexico

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico (average of $344). Flying from Illinois to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 NM?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to New Mexico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Eylül 15, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to New Mexico

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to New Mexico. 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 Eylül 15, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USNM are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Mexico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Mexico. 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 New Mexico. Reviews last updated Eylül 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to New Mexico, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to New Mexico?

    Departing from Illinois to New Mexico will take you 5h 23m. The distance from Illinois to New Mexico is about 1070 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $75. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to New Mexico for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to New Mexico?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to New Mexico 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 New Mexico?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico (average of $344). Flying from Illinois to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $435). 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 New Mexico

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to New Mexico. 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 Eylül 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$184Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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