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$320+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Waco (ACT)

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — ACT
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$384
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$320
(American Airlines)
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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 5/215:19 amSTL - ACT
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/285:21 amACT - STL
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/65:00 amORD - ACT
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/96:12 pmACT - ORD
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$406
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 5/2111:34 amPIA - ACT
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/285:21 amACT - PIA
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$543

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Waco that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Waco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisWaco

STL - ACT

STLACT

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/21

5:19 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 24m

Waco

Wed 5/28

5:21 am-9:54 am

1 stop4h 33m

$384

ChicagoWaco

ORD - ACT

ORDACT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/6

5:00 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

Waco

Mon 6/9

6:12 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 47m

$406

PeoriaWaco

PIA - ACT

PIAACT

Greater Peoria

Wed 5/21

11:34 am-5:34 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Waco

Wed 5/28

5:21 am-11:04 am

1 stop5h 43m

$543

St. LouisWaco

STL - ACT

STLACT

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

5:19 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 24m

$320

ChicagoWaco

ORD - ACT

ORDACT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 43m

$460

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Deals found on 5/1

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Waco (average of $319). Flying from Illinois to Waco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 ACT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Waco. 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.

When flying from Illinois to Waco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Waco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Waco ranges from 1.8 - 4.6 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.6 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Waco when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Waco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Waco, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Waco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Waco. 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 Waco. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Waco from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Waco from Illinois, you will be flying to Waco, which is the city’s only airport. Waco (ACT) is located 6.2 mi from the center of Waco.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Waco is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Waco. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Waco or Greater Peoria - Waco.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Waco (average of $319). Flying from Illinois to Waco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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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