What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Arkansas?

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Arkansas

How many flights depart from Illinois to Arkansas on average per day?

As of August 2025, 65 flights take off from Illinois and land in Arkansas each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 45% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How long is the flight from Illinois to Arkansas?

The flight from Illinois to Arkansas depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Chicago (a popular airport in Illinois) to Little Rock (the most popular airport in Arkansas), then the flight time is 2h 31m on average. If you fly from Moline (another popular airport in Illinois) to Little Rock, then the average flight time is 4h 31m.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Arkansas on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 461 flights per week flying from Illinois to Arkansas. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Arkansas?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Arkansas from Illinois according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 70% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Arkansas. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Arkansas on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Arkansas?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Arkansas were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Arkansas?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Illinois to Arkansas as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Arkansas?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Arkansas.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Arkansas?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Arkansas may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Arkansas. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:17 pm - 11:50 pmORD-MEM

6h 33m1 stop

7:00 am - 4:12 pmMEM-ORD

9h 12m1 stop

$174Spirit Airlines

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on., sep. 10 - fr., sep. 12

12:05 pm - 7:30 pmORD-MEM

7h 25m1 stop

7:00 am - 4:12 pmMEM-ORD

9h 12m1 stop

$176Spirit Airlines

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to., sep. 4 - lø., sep. 6

3:35 pm - 5:25 pmORD-MEM

1h 50mnonstop

7:01 am - 9:00 amMEM-ORD

1h 59mnonstop

$177American Airlines

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ti., aug. 26 - ti., sep. 2

8:30 am - 10:10 amMDW-MEM

1h 40mnonstop

6:10 pm - 7:45 pmMEM-MDW

1h 35mnonstop

$177Southwest

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lø., aug. 23 - ma., aug. 25

7:45 pm - 9:43 pmORD-MEM

1h 58mnonstop

7:30 am - 9:31 amMEM-ORD

2h 01mnonstop

$184United Airlines

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ma., sep. 8 - ti., sep. 9

2:08 pm - 4:04 pmORD-MEM

1h 56mnonstop

7:01 am - 9:00 amMEM-ORD

1h 59mnonstop

$187American Airlines

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lø., aug. 30 - sø., aug. 31

8:30 am - 10:10 amMDW-MEM

1h 40mnonstop

3:35 pm - 8:35 pmMEM-MDW

5h 00m1 stop

$187Southwest

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lø., aug. 30 - to., sep. 4

6:00 am - 7:24 pmORD-XNA

13h 24m1 stop

4:09 pm - 11:53 pmXNA-ORD

7h 44m1 stop

$195Frontier

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to., okt. 16 - lø., okt. 18

11:44 am - 7:15 pmORD-XNA

7h 31m1 stop

6:06 pm - 12:32 amXNA-ORD

6h 26m1 stop

$198Frontier

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fr., aug. 22 - sø., aug. 24

8:58 am - 10:58 amORD-MEM

2h 00mnonstop

7:30 am - 9:31 amMEM-ORD

2h 01mnonstop

$218United Airlines

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Southwest flights from Illinois to Arkansas

Our best Southwest deals on Illinois to Arkansas flight tickets

Southwest

Aug 23

MDW8:30 amChicago Midway

1h 40m

MEM10:10 amMemphis

Aug 25

MEM6:10 pmMemphis

1h 35m

MDW7:45 pmChicago Midway

$177

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Aug 30

MDW8:30 amChicago Midway

1h 40m

MEM10:10 amMemphis

Sep 4

MEM3:35 pmMemphis

5h 00m

1 stop

MDW8:35 pmChicago Midway

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Sep 3

MDW8:25 pmChicago Midway

1h 40m

MEM10:05 pmMemphis

Sep 5

MEM6:10 pmMemphis

1h 35m

MDW7:45 pmChicago Midway

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Aug 23

ORD5:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 40m

1 stop

MEM10:25 amMemphis

Aug 25

MEM12:20 pmMemphis

4h 44m

1 stop

ORD5:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Aug 28

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

5h 41m

1 stop

MEM11:41 amMemphis

Sep 4

MEM2:21 pmMemphis

7h 05m

1 stop

MDW9:26 pmChicago Midway

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Delta

Aug 30

ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 08m

1 stop

MEM1:23 pmMemphis

Aug 31

MEM6:30 amMemphis

3h 50m

1 stop

ORD10:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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on. 9/10

5:17 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop6h 33m

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1 stop9h 12m

$174

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ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

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to. 9/4

12:05 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

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lø. 9/6

7:00 am-4:12 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$176

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ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

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ti. 8/26

3:35 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Memphis

ti. 9/2

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Nonstop1h 59m

$177

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MDWMEM

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lø. 8/23

8:30 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

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ma. 8/25

6:10 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$177

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ma. 9/8

7:45 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

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ti. 9/9

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$184

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ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lø. 8/30

2:08 pm-4:04 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Memphis

sø. 8/31

7:01 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$187

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MDW - MEM

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lø. 8/30

8:30 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

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to. 9/4

3:35 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$187

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ORD - XNA

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

to. 10/16

6:00 am-7:24 pm

1 stop13h 24m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

lø. 10/18

4:09 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$195

ChicagoFayetteville

ORD - XNA

ORDXNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

fr. 8/22

11:44 am-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

sø. 8/24

6:06 pm-12:32 am

1 stop6h 26m

$198

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ti. 8/26

8:58 am-10:58 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Memphis

to. 8/28

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop2h 01m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Arkansas?

If you’re not able to fly to Arkansas in August, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Illinois to Arkansas during May average around $284.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Arkansas?

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to Arkansas is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Arkansas on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $279. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Arkansas on Monday is $375.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Arkansas?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Arkansas when you can find flight prices for as low as $304. Flying to Arkansas at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $328.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Arkansas flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Arkansas?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Arkansas from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Arkansas for around $335 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Arkansas from Illinois for as low as $254 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Arkansas flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Arkansas flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Arkansas flights?

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Best Price Found	$79
Fastest flight time	1h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Arkansas	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Arkansas from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $79. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Arkansas found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $174.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Arkansas takes 1h 35m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Arkansas every day.

There are 3 airports near Arkansas: Memphis (MEM), Little Rock (LIT), Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas (XNA)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Arkansas?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Arkansas were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Arkansas?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Illinois to Arkansas as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Arkansas?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Arkansas.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Arkansas?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Arkansas may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Arkansas. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Arkansas?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Illinois to Arkansas is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550, representing 31.02% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 170 at 30.52%, Embraer 175 at 26.31%, and Airbus A319 at 3.41%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,905 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $278	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Arkansas

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Arkansas?

If you’re not able to fly to Arkansas in August, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Illinois to Arkansas during May average around $284.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Arkansas?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Arkansas?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Arkansas when you can find flight prices for as low as $304. Flying to Arkansas at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $328.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Arkansas flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Little Rock for the best Illinois - Arkansas flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Arkansas?

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Arkansas flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois to Arkansas flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Arkansas flights?

You could potentially save up to 69% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Arkansas flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Arkansas?

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Arkansas

What airlines fly to Arkansas?

How many flights depart from Illinois to Arkansas on average per day?

As of August 2025, 65 flights take off from Illinois and land in Arkansas each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 45% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from Illinois to Arkansas on average per week?

As of August 2025, there are 461 flights per week flying from Illinois to Arkansas. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Illinois to Arkansas?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Illinois to Arkansas right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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