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$53+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Texas

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 11/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DFW
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Texas

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

Round-trip from

$92
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$53
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$189

Good round-trip deal

$123 or less

Good one-way deal

$69 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Texas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Texas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:00 amORD - DFW
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Tue 11/1810:24 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$92
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/812:35 pmMDW - DFW
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Fri 12/1211:47 amDFW - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$92
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:00 amORD - DFW
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Mon 11/1710:24 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$93
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:39 pmMDW - DFW
Nonstop2h 38mFrontier
Mon 11/179:17 amDFW - MDW
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$93
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1212:37 pmORD - DFW
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Fri 11/2110:22 pmDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$94
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/191:56 pmMDW - DFW
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Wed 11/269:54 pmDFW - MDW
Nonstop2h 19mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$94
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.
Wed 11/128:28 amORD - IAH
Nonstop2h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/195:27 pmIAH - ORD
1 stop7h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/27$94
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/132:42 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 39mFrontier
Fri 11/1410:38 amDFW - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$95
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:50 pmORD - IAH
1 stop6h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1212:13 pmIAH - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$95
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.
Wed 11/198:28 amORD - IAH
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2210:12 amIAH - ORD
Nonstop2h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$96
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/53:24 pmORD - DFW
Nonstop2h 58mFrontier
Sat 12/66:00 amDFW - ORD
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$97
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:49 pmMDW - DFW
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Fri 12/511:47 amDFW - MDW
Nonstop2h 17mFrontier
Deal found 10/27$97

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Texas 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 Texas that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Texas

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DFW

ORDDFW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/11

4:57 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 11/14

7:05 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$113

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/15

7:40 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Sat 2/28

7:05 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$117

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/10

5:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 1/14

4:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$117

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/10

7:35 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/11

6:30 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$117

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/10

7:35 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

6:40 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$117

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/8

5:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 1/7

6:30 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$137

ChicagoDallas

ORD - DAL

ORDDAL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

3:05 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 1/14

7:35 am-12:15 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$147

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/11

5:20 am-7:55 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Dallas Love Field

Thu 1/15

2:50 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops5h 05m

$152

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/4

8:30 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 12/10

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$157

ChicagoDallas

MDW - DAL

MDWDAL

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/18

9:25 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 25m

Dallas Love Field

Thu 12/25

6:40 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$157

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Texas

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Texas from Illinois with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Texas

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Texas (average of $56). Flying from Illinois to Texas in January is currently the most expensive (average of $92). 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 TX?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Texas. 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.

When flying from Illinois to Texas, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Texas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Texas flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Texas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Texas. 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 Texas. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Illinois to Texas have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,124 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Texas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Texas?

    For as low as $117, Spirit Airlines can have you in Texas from Illinois in 2h 35m. There are 793 mi between Illinois and Texas. 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 Texas one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. United Airlines flights start at $59 while deals on Southwest start at $59 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Texas (average of $56). Flying from Illinois to Texas in January is currently the most expensive (average of $92). 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 7 airlines flying from Illinois to Texas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Texas. 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$66Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$147Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ContourCheapest$167Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$216Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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