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$254+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Santa Fe (SAF)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SAF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Santa Fe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Santa Fe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/412:10 pmORD - SAF
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/74:51 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/119:00 amSTL - SAF
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/153:23 pmSAF - STL
1 stop5h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:25 amORD - SAF
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/191:12 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:17 amSTL - SAF
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/175:16 pmSAF - STL
1 stop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:00 amORD - SAF
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/85:10 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/138:55 amORD - SAF
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/181:30 pmSAF - ORD
Nonstop2h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/133:14 pmORD - SAF
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/161:16 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/181:23 pmORD - SAF
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/251:12 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:47 amORD - SAF
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/176:00 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:00 amORD - SAF
1 stop10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/63:25 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:25 amORD - SAF
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/121:12 pmSAF - ORD
1 stop9h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:50 amORD - SAF
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:15 amSAF - ORD
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$429

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Santa Fe 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Santa Fe that are best for you.

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ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Santa Fe

Mon 2/23

3:32 pm-12:47 am

1 stop8h 15m

$254

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

10:40 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Santa Fe

Mon 1/12

1:16 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$254

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/2

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Santa Fe

Wed 1/7

3:23 pm-12:23 am

1 stop8h 00m

$254

St. LouisSanta Fe

STL - SAF

STLSAF

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/11

9:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Santa Fe

Sat 11/15

3:23 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$274

St. LouisSanta Fe

STL - SAF

STLSAF

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/21

5:14 am-9:41 am

1 stop5h 27m

Santa Fe

Wed 2/25

1:50 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$314

St. LouisSanta Fe

STL - SAF

STLSAF

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/13

5:17 am-9:28 am

1 stop5h 11m

Santa Fe

Mon 11/17

5:16 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$319

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

7:01 am-3:02 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Santa Fe

Sat 2/21

1:50 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$334

St. LouisSanta Fe

STL - SAF

STLSAF

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 1/16

3:37 pm-9:09 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Fe

Tue 1/20

12:14 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$366

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

2:09 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Santa Fe

Mon 3/16

6:01 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$371

ChicagoSanta Fe

ORD - SAF

ORDSAF

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

7:10 am-12:48 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Santa Fe

Mon 2/23

6:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$382

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Santa Fe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Santa Fe

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Santa Fe (average of $179). Flying from Illinois to Santa Fe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SAF?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Santa Fe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Santa Fe is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Santa Fe. 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 Santa Fe from Illinois?

    Santa Fe (SAF), located 9.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Santa Fe.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Santa Fe?

    Departing from Illinois to Santa Fe will take you 7h 16m. The distance between Illinois and Santa Fe is about 1070 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Santa Fe?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Santa Fe (average of $179). Flying from Illinois to Santa Fe in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to Santa Fe

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Santa Fe. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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