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$80+ 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 1/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ABQ
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to New Mexico

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 December 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/319:34 pmORD - ELP
2 stops14h 55mFrontier
Fri 1/1612:34 pmELP - ORD
1 stop7h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/267:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop29h 29mFrontier
Thu 1/85:55 pmELP - ORD
1 stop26h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:40 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/712:15 pmELP - ORD
1 stop8h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$294
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/247:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Thu 1/112:24 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$306
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:58 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/78:05 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$309
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Wed 1/72:16 pmELP - ORD
1 stop27h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:40 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/1612:40 pmELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:43 pmORD - ELP
Nonstop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/78:05 amELP - ORD
Nonstop3h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:34 pmORD - ELP
2 stops14h 55mFrontier
Wed 1/72:16 pmELP - ORD
1 stop27h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$321
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Sat 12/278:45 pmELP - ORD
1 stop26h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$328
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/247:00 amORD - ELP
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Wed 12/3112:24 pmELP - ORD
1 stop10h 48mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2512:45 pmORD - SAF
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:02 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$343

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$80
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$486

Good round-trip deal

$234 or less

Good one-way deal

$256 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New Mexico that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/17

3:43 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop21h 27m

El Paso

Sun 1/25

12:34 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 16m

$151

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/26

1:40 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

El Paso

Thu 1/29

9:29 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop22h 19m

$166

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/31

3:46 pm-11:39 am

1 stop20h 53m

El Paso

Sat 2/7

2:30 pm-11:18 am

1 stop19h 48m

$175

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

3:46 pm-11:39 am

1 stop20h 53m

El Paso

Sun 1/25

6:49 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 01m

$200

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/18

1:35 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops26h 06m

El Paso

Tue 1/27

2:30 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop23h 16m

$211

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/23

7:39 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop18h 56m

El Paso

Sat 1/31

2:30 pm-6:51 am

2 stops39h 21m

$220

St. LouisEl Paso

STL - ELP

STLELP

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/26

1:40 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

El Paso

Sat 1/31

2:30 pm-11:18 am

1 stop19h 48m

$228

St. LouisAlbuquerque

STL - ABQ

STLABQ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/13

7:10 am-12:53 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Albuquerque

Tue 1/20

2:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$256

St. LouisAlbuquerque

STL - ABQ

STLABQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/18

5:00 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Albuquerque

Tue 2/24

6:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 25m

$256

St. LouisAlbuquerque

STL - ABQ

STLABQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/18

5:00 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Albuquerque

Sat 2/21

7:05 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Mexico from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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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 $179). Flying from Illinois to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to New Mexico in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to New Mexico?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to New Mexico. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New Mexico flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 6h 43m. The distance from Illinois to New Mexico is about 931 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $87. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, 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 $179). Flying from Illinois to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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 3 airlines flying from Illinois to New Mexico

Discover the top 3 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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