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$61+ 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SRQ
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sarasota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Sarasota flight deals. Data was last updated October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$139
(Southwest)

One-way from

$61
(Priceline)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$147 or less

Good one-way deal

$91 or less
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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 October 29, 2025.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1010:20 amSTL - SRQ
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/155:25 pmSRQ - STL
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$221
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/75:35 pmMDW - SRQ
1 stop17h 07mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/146:01 amSRQ - MDW
1 stop9h 36mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/28$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/148:15 pmSTL - SRQ
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Mon 11/172:20 pmSRQ - STL
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 10/27$228
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:26 amORD - SRQ
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Sun 11/28:30 pmSRQ - ORD
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$228
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.
Wed 12/36:52 amSTL - SRQ
1 stop4h 38mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/124:10 pmSRQ - STL
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/29$231
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/145:11 amORD - SRQ
1 stop13h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2211:41 amSRQ - ORD
1 stop13h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:56 pmSTL - SRQ
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/176:37 pmSRQ - STL
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$232
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/53:14 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop6h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:20 amSRQ - ORD
2 stops29h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/123:14 pmORD - SRQ
1 stop6h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/229:05 amSRQ - ORD
2 stops24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$235
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/156:11 amORD - SRQ
2 stops15h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2512:17 pmSRQ - ORD
1 stop29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:35 pmMDW - SRQ
1 stop17h 07mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/165:58 pmSRQ - MDW
1 stop19h 04mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/27$236
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/27:40 amSTL - SRQ
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Tue 2/2412:30 pmSRQ - STL
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$238

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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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Sarasota that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Sarasota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/12

12:25 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 1/18

7:55 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$139

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 1/25

6:50 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Wed 1/28

7:55 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$213

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

10:20 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 12/15

5:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$221

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/4

2:00 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 12/8

11:35 am-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$231

PeoriaSarasota

PIA - SRQ

PIASRQ

Greater Peoria

Thu 11/13

5:43 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Sun 11/16

3:11 pm-4:53 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$238

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/2

7:40 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Tue 2/24

12:30 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$238

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/10

9:53 am-7:35 pm

2 stops8h 42m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 12/15

1:16 pm-8:38 pm

2 stops8h 22m

$241

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-12:27 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Mon 12/15

11:31 am-5:56 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$243

St. LouisSarasota

STL - SRQ

STLSRQ

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/3

6:00 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 1/9

12:56 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$243

MolineSarasota

MLI - SRQ

MLISRQ

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/7

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

Sarasota Bradenton Intl

Fri 2/13

6:45 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$259

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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 $42). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in July is currently the most expensive (average of $82). 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 October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Sarasota at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 October 26, 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.

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

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 15m. Fly via Southwest, Allegiant Air, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Illinois and Sarasota is about 904 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 Southwest ($70), Allegiant Air ($87), and American Airlines ($94).

  • 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: United Airlines (91%), Air Canada (82%), Emirates( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Sarasota?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $156. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sarasota Bradenton Intl) can be booked for $202 on average, our data indicates $304 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 $42). Flying from Illinois to Sarasota in July is currently the most expensive (average of $82). 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$82Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$285Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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