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$57+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Sarasota (SRQ)

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ORD — SRQ
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sarasota

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$116
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$57
(Booking.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$383

Good round-trip deal

$98 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Sarasota
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/125:38 pmPIA - SRQ
Nonstop2h 22mAllegiant Air
Thu 6/193:14 pmSRQ - PIA
Nonstop2h 36mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$116
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/57:48 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop22h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/96:01 amSRQ - ORD
1 stop11h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/255:40 pmSTL - SRQ
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Fri 5/306:00 amSRQ - STL
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 4/30$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/256:12 amSTL - SRQ
2 stops8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/308:04 amSRQ - STL
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/117:40 pmSTL - SRQ
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Wed 6/186:45 amSRQ - STL
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/285:27 pmMLI - SRQ
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Sat 7/55:58 pmSRQ - MLI
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/30$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/285:00 amPIA - SRQ
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/411:36 amSRQ - PIA
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/303:16 pmMDW - SRQ
2 stops28h 57mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/15:11 pmSRQ - MDW
1 stop27h 03mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/110:38 amMLI - SRQ
Nonstop2h 36mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/48:01 amSRQ - MLI
Nonstop2h 47mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/30$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/306:00 amMLI - SRQ
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/76:00 pmSRQ - MLI
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:10 pmMDW - SRQ
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
Tue 6/246:00 amSRQ - MDW
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/2811:12 amORD - SRQ
Nonstop2h 56mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/46:00 amSRQ - ORD
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$279

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Sarasota 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Sarasota that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Sarasota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Thu 6/12

5:38 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Thu 6/19

3:14 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$116

ChicagoSarasota

ORD - SRQ

ORDSRQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/5

7:48 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop22h 09m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 6/9

6:01 am-4:25 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$199

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/25

5:40 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$217

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/25

6:12 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 5/30

8:04 am-12:52 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$223

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 6/11

7:40 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 6/18

6:45 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$227

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Sat 6/28

5:27 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 42m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 7/5

5:58 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$229

PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Wed 5/28

5:00 am-11:06 am

1 stop5h 06m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 6/4

11:36 am-3:48 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$229

ChicagoSarasota

MDW - SRQ

MDWSRQ

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

3:16 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops28h 57m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 6/1

5:11 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop27h 03m

$254

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-7:04 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 6/7

6:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$264

ChicagoSarasota

MDW - SRQ

MDWSRQ

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/17

7:10 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$269

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Sarasota

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota (average of $241). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in June is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 SRQ?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Sarasota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Sarasota by month

Plan your trip to Sarasota by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sarasota ranges from 2.2 - 9.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Sarasota when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Sarasota by month

Plan your trip to Sarasota by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sarasota, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sarasota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sarasota. 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 Sarasota. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Sarasota, such as Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Sarasota from Illinois, you will be flying to Sarasota Bradenton Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Sarasota.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Sarasota are Allegiant Air ($57), Avelo Airlines ($90), and Delta ($99).

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Sarasota?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Sarasota is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sarasota Bradenton Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Sarasota Bradenton Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Sarasota Bradenton Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Sarasota?

    Before booking your flight to Sarasota from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (88%), Air Canada (87%), Air New Zealand( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Sarasota?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $59. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sarasota Bradenton Intl) can be booked for $199 on average our data indicates $786 when flying from Illinois to Sarasota.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Sarasota?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Sarasota 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 Sarasota?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota (average of $241). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in June is currently the most expensive (average of $317). 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 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Sarasota

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Sarasota. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$89Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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