New Mexico

$98+ 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ABQ
Apr 18 — Apr 251
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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 March 19, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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.
Mon 4/68:19 pm
STL
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ELP
1 stop23h 15m
Frontier
Sun 4/127:29 pm
ELP
-
STL
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/38:16 pm
STL
-
ELP
1 stop23h 18m
Frontier
Sun 4/57:29 pm
ELP
-
STL
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 5/278:08 pm
STL
-
ELP
1 stop22h 15m
Frontier
Tue 6/26:08 pm
ELP
-
STL
1 stop24h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Fri 4/38:16 pm
STL
-
ELP
1 stop23h 18m
Frontier
Tue 4/77:29 pm
ELP
-
STL
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 5/278:08 pm
STL
-
ELP
1 stop22h 15m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:08 pm
ELP
-
STL
1 stop24h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$252
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Thu 4/210:12 pm
STL
-
ELP
1 stop18h 53m
Frontier
Sun 4/57:29 pm
ELP
-
STL
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/15$269
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/62:29 pm
ORD
-
ELP
1 stop29h 05m
Frontier
Mon 4/135:00 pm
ELP
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ORD
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/129:42 pm
ORD
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ELP
1 stop22h 20m
Frontier
Fri 5/226:08 pm
ELP
-
ORD
1 stop25h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/16$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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.
Mon 4/62:29 pm
ORD
-
ELP
1 stop29h 05m
Frontier
Fri 4/107:29 pm
ELP
-
ORD
1 stop28h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/14$279
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/62:29 pm
ORD
-
ELP
1 stop29h 05m
Frontier
Sun 4/127:29 pm
ELP
-
ORD
1 stop16h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 3/17$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/157:00 am
ORD
-
ELP
1 stop7h 30m
United Airlines
Wed 4/2212:30 pm
ELP
-
ORD
Nonstop3h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18$281
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/115:53 pm
ORD
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ELP
1 stop25h 41m
Frontier
Sat 4/1812:37 pm
ELP
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ORD
2 stops30h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$282

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 March 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$378 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Albuquerque flight deals.
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From Illinois to New Mexico
One-way flight from Illinois to New Mexico
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to New Mexico.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to New Mexico.

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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 March 19, 2026.
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

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

7:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

El Paso

Sat 5/2

5:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 00m

$291

St. LouisAlbuquerque

STL - ABQ

STLABQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/13

4:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Albuquerque

Tue 5/19

7:25 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$313

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

4:35 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops7h 50m

El Paso

Mon 4/20

12:20 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$314

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/2

9:40 am-3:45 pm

2 stops7h 05m

El Paso

Tue 7/7

4:15 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$314

MolineAlbuquerque

MLI - ABQ

MLIABQ

Moline Quad-City

Tue 4/21

6:30 am-11:42 am

1 stop6h 12m

Albuquerque

Sat 4/25

12:25 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$316

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/9

5:30 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 56m

El Paso

Tue 4/14

6:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$325

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/11

3:35 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 42m

El Paso

Tue 7/14

1:20 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$329

ChicagoEl Paso

ORD - ELP

ORDELP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

7:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 50m

El Paso

Sat 5/16

5:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$339

St. LouisAlbuquerque

STL - ABQ

STLABQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 4/29

8:25 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Albuquerque

Wed 5/6

6:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops5h 35m

$340

ChicagoEl Paso

MDW - ELP

MDWELP

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/2

11:50 am-7:15 pm

2 stops8h 25m

El Paso

Tue 4/14

9:10 am-4:50 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$340

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico (average of $181). Flying from Illinois to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 March 19, 2026.

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 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 March 19, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to USNM are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to New Mexico?

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 March 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to New Mexico, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 05m. The distance from Illinois to New Mexico is about 1234 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 $126. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico (average of $181). Flying from Illinois to New Mexico in March is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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