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$59+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Hobby (HOU)

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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — HOU
dic. 23 — dic. 301
mar. 12/23
mar. 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 noviembre 23, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
jue. 12/255:00 amMDW - HOU
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
mié. 12/3110:20 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
lun. 12/157:00 amMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
vie. 1/96:40 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/22$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
mié. 12/179:49 amORD - HOU
1 stop8h 03mDelta
jue. 12/2510:46 amHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/21$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
lun. 12/227:25 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
jue. 12/2510:20 amHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$198
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
mar. 12/1611:15 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 37mDelta
mié. 12/176:00 amHOU - ORD
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 11/22$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
mar. 12/1610:49 amMDW - HOU
1 stop7h 03mDelta
mié. 12/176:00 amHOU - MDW
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/22$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
jue. 12/189:55 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 40mSouthwest
jue. 1/13:00 pmHOU - MDW
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
mié. 12/105:15 pmMDW - HOU
Nonstop2h 45mSouthwest
sáb. 12/136:10 pmHOU - MDW
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
lun. 12/156:00 amMDW - HOU
1 stop7h 28mDelta
mié. 12/313:25 pmHOU - MDW
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 11/21$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
sáb. 12/134:20 pmORD - HOU
1 stop6h 13mDelta
lun. 12/156:47 pmHOU - ORD
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/21$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
sáb. 12/134:20 pmORD - HOU
1 stop6h 13mDelta
lun. 1/195:45 amHOU - ORD
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/23$233
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
sáb. 12/66:45 amORD - HOU
1 stop6h 43mDelta
sáb. 12/1310:39 amHOU - ORD
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/23$234

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 noviembre 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$224

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
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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 noviembre 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

jue. 1/22

6:15 am-9:15 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

dom. 1/25

5:05 am-7:25 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$117

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

jue. 12/25

5:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop6h 15m

Houston Hobby

mié. 12/31

10:20 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$127

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 1/16

2:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 1/17

5:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 55m

$177

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/15

2:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Houston Hobby

dom. 1/18

6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$177

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/20

3:05 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Houston Hobby

lun. 2/23

8:30 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$196

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/6

2:50 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Houston Hobby

mar. 1/13

5:45 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 14m

$197

ChicagoHouston

ORD - HOU

ORDHOU

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/24

3:24 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Houston Hobby

mar. 2/3

5:04 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$197

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

lun. 12/22

7:25 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Houston Hobby

jue. 12/25

10:20 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$198

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

mié. 1/7

3:58 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Houston Hobby

mar. 1/20

10:35 am-3:27 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$203

MolineHouston

MLI - HOU

MLIHOU

Moline Quad-City

mar. 1/20

5:11 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 1/24

11:09 am-4:26 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$203

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Deals found on 11/21

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $66). Flying from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 noviembre 23, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 40% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 Hobby. 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport can take about 3h. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $117. There are 938 mi between Illinois and Houston Hobby Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $59. Delta flights start at $99 while deals on American Airlines start at $135 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $66). Flying from Illinois to Houston Hobby Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 noviembre 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$81Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$154Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$165Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$178Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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