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$92+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Sarasota (SRQ)

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 12/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SRQ
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sarasota

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Sarasota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Sarasota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

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.
Fri 12/195:15 amORD - SRQ
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Mon 12/223:08 pmSRQ - ORD
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$289
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:15 amORD - SRQ
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Mon 12/293:08 pmSRQ - ORD
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$318
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.
Sat 12/278:26 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop12h 56mSun Country Air
Tue 12/3012:17 pmSRQ - ORD
1 stop6h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/15$349
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:58 pmMLI - SRQ
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Mon 12/293:55 pmSRQ - MLI
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/15$354
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:00 pmSTL - SRQ
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:05 amSRQ - STL
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$355
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:15 amORD - SRQ
1 stop7h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/2111:53 amSRQ - ORD
1 stop7h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$378
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.
Sat 12/278:26 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop12h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/309:08 pmSRQ - ORD
2 stops36h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/226:00 pmSTL - SRQ
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:38 pmSRQ - STL
1 stop5h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/319:04 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop14h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/712:56 pmSRQ - ORD
Nonstop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$400
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:58 pmMLI - SRQ
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Sun 12/285:54 pmSRQ - MLI
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/14$404
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:08 pmMLI - SRQ
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Mon 12/223:55 pmSRQ - MLI
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/14$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/166:20 amPIA - SRQ
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/234:44 pmSRQ - PIA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/13$409

Find flight deals from Illinois to Sarasota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Sarasota flight deals. Data was last updated December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$92
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$130 or less

Good one-way deal

$57 or less
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From Illinois to Sarasota Bradenton Intl
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One-way flight from Illinois to Sarasota Bradenton Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Sarasota Bradenton Intl.
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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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Sarasota that are best for you.

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PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Sun 2/1

3:26 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 2/8

12:49 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$176

PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Thu 1/15

3:26 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 1/18

12:49 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop2h 47m

$205

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Wed 1/21

5:51 am-12:28 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 1/27

11:08 am-4:26 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$259

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Wed 1/21

5:11 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 1/24

5:10 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$259

BloomingtonSarasota

BMI - SRQ

BMISRQ

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 2/7

8:45 am-10:04 pm

2 stops12h 19m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$266

BloomingtonSarasota

BMI - SRQ

BMISRQ

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 3/14

3:59 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 3/21

7:05 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 14m

$279

BloomingtonSarasota

BMI - SRQ

BMISRQ

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 6/13

4:00 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sat 6/20

4:55 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$279

PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Sun 2/1

7:39 am-4:02 pm

2 stops7h 23m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 2/8

4:47 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$284

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Thu 1/22

5:11 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 1/27

11:08 am-4:26 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$284

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/13

8:05 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 1/21

11:15 am-5:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sarasota from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota (average of $42). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $90). 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 December 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Sarasota in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Sarasota?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Sarasota. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Sarasota flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Sarasota?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Sarasota in 2h 33m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Illinois and Sarasota is about 1002 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 Sarasota one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Illinois to Sarasota are Frontier ($26), Allegiant Air ($51), and American Airlines ($72).

  • 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: Air Canada (87%), Emirates (83%), Air New Zealand( 83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Sarasota?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $72. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sarasota Bradenton Intl) can be booked for $241 on average, our data indicates $307 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sarasota (average of $42). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $90). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$198Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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