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$79+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Hobby (HOU)

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ORD — HOU
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Hobby

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Hobby flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$211

Good round-trip deal

$330 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/78:45 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Tue 8/126:35 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/77:30 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 8/125:55 amHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/203:30 pmSTL - HOU
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Tue 9/306:00 amHOU - STL
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/12$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/136:00 amMDW - HOU
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Sat 9/2010:05 amHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 6/11$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/127:00 amORD - HOU
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Mon 7/146:40 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/11$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/35:30 amSTL - HOU
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Tue 10/76:20 amHOU - STL
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/610:42 amMLI - HOU
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/126:00 amHOU - MLI
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$240
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/145:15 amSTL - HOU
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/176:30 pmHOU - STL
1 stop4h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sat 8/307:00 amPIA - HOU
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:11 amHOU - PIA
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/211:24 pmORD - HOU
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/256:00 amHOU - ORD
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$251
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Thu 9/258:12 pmORD - HOU
1 stop13h 19mSun Country Air
Sun 9/289:40 amHOU - ORD
1 stop7h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 6/2710:34 amMDW - HOU
1 stop8h 37mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/308:45 amHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 18mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/9$301

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Hobby 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Thu 8/7

8:45 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/12

6:35 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$157

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

7:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/12

5:55 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 55m

$177

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/20

10:05 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$217

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/12

7:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Houston Hobby

Mon 7/14

6:40 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 29m

$225

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/19

4:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/22

5:10 am-7:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$232

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

Wed 8/6

10:42 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

$240

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 8/14

5:15 am-9:44 am

1 stop4h 29m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/17

6:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$242

St. LouisHouston

STL - HOU

STLHOU

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/5

9:27 am-3:21 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/9

6:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$248

PeoriaHouston

PIA - HOU

PIAHOU

Greater Peoria

Sat 8/30

7:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/6

10:11 am-3:02 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$249

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

1:24 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/25

6:00 am-10:44 am

1 stop4h 44m

$251

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Hobby

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 Hobby by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Illinois to Houston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. American Airlines flights start at $89 while deals on Allegiant Air start at $100 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Houston Hobby, Chicago Midway - Houston Hobby and Lambert-St Louis - Houston Hobby.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 Hobby

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Hobby. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$65Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$142Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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