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$127+ Cheap flights from Illinois to San Antonio (SAT)

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SAT
Aug 1 — Aug 81
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to San Antonio

Cheapest flights from Illinois to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2026.

This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2412:46 pm
STL
-
SAT
1 stop8h 53m
Frontier
Mon 9/2810:34 pm
SAT
-
STL
1 stop13h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30$258
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/18:10 pm
STL
-
SAT
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Mon 10/59:57 am
SAT
-
STL
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Sat 7/258:08 pm
STL
-
SAT
1 stop22h 36m
Frontier
Wed 7/299:32 pm
SAT
-
STL
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27$268
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/107:15 am
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop13h 22m
Frontier
Wed 8/59:32 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop8h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30$276
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/317:00 am
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop11h 53m
Frontier
Wed 11/411:08 am
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop22h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 6/30$277
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 8/181:55 pm
MDW
-
SAT
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Tue 8/259:25 am
SAT
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/1$277
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Fri 10/2311:06 am
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop24h 15m
Frontier
Sat 10/3111:08 am
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop23h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/1311:05 am
MDW
-
SAT
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Thu 8/205:00 am
SAT
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/29$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 7/234:09 pm
STL
-
SAT
1 stop16h 47m
Frontier
Mon 7/277:39 pm
SAT
-
STL
1 stop23h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/27. 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.
Thu 7/239:57 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop20h 47m
Frontier
Sun 7/267:39 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop25h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/27$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Thu 7/169:57 pm
ORD
-
SAT
1 stop20h 47m
Frontier
Tue 7/219:32 pm
SAT
-
ORD
1 stop8h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$280
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/121:55 pm
MDW
-
SAT
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Wed 8/197:55 am
SAT
-
MDW
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/29$280

Find flight deals from Illinois to San Antonio

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to San Antonio flight deals. Data was last updated July 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$258
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$127
(Expedia)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$370

Good round-trip deal

$336 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-San Antonio flight deals.
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From Illinois to San Antonio
One-way flight from Illinois to San Antonio
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 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 July 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to San Antonio.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to San Antonio.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to San Antonio 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 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to San Antonio that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoSan Antonio

MDW - SAT

MDWSAT

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/18

10:10 am-3:40 pm

2 stops5h 30m

San Antonio

Tue 8/25

9:25 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$280

ChicagoSan Antonio

MDW - SAT

MDWSAT

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/5

11:10 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Antonio

Sat 8/8

11:10 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$281

ChicagoSan Antonio

ORD - SAT

ORDSAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/26

7:30 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

San Antonio

Wed 8/26

5:59 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 00m

$285

ChicagoSan Antonio

ORD - SAT

ORDSAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/15

1:30 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San Antonio

Thu 8/20

5:59 pm-12:59 am

1 stop7h 00m

$291
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSan Antonio

MDW - SAT

MDWSAT

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/6

8:35 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

San Antonio

Mon 8/10

5:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$291

MolineSan Antonio

MLI - SAT

MLISAT

Moline Quad-City

Sat 12/12

5:00 pm-12:28 am

1 stop7h 28m

San Antonio

Sat 12/19

4:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$293

ChicagoSan Antonio

MDW - SAT

MDWSAT

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/5

4:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

San Antonio

Mon 8/10

3:30 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$293

MolineSan Antonio

MLI - SAT

MLISAT

Moline Quad-City

Tue 10/6

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

San Antonio

Sat 10/10

8:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$298

MolineSan Antonio

MLI - SAT

MLISAT

Moline Quad-City

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-3:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

San Antonio

Tue 9/1

5:15 am-4:22 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$303

ChicagoSan Antonio

ORD - SAT

ORDSAT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/24

9:57 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop20h 47m

San Antonio

Sun 7/26

7:39 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$304

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to San Antonio

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to San Antonio

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to San Antonio (average of $88). Flying from Illinois to San Antonio in June is currently the most expensive (average of $202). 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 SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 2, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Illinois to San Antonio in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to San Antonio

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to San Antonio. 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 2, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to SAT are scheduled on a Thursday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to San Antonio?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Illinois to San Antonio?

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Illinois to San Antonio. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio from Illinois?

    Most people fly into San Antonio (SAT) if they book a flight to San Antonio from Illinois. San Antonio is conveniently located just 7.6 mi from San Antonio’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to San Antonio?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Illinois to San Antonio in just under 5h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 58m. The distance between Illinois and San Antonio is about 1036 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $90 and $130 on American Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to San Antonio?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to San Antonio?

    Before booking your flight to San Antonio from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Japan Airlines (79%), Aer Lingus (77%), Envoy Air( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to San Antonio?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to San Antonio is generally $337, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Antonio), you can expect to pay $248 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to San Antonio?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to San Antonio (average of $88). Flying from Illinois to San Antonio in June is currently the most expensive (average of $202). 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 Illinois to San Antonio

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$101Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$226Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$235Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$241Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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