What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Contour are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Iowa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

642 flights are operational weekly from Iowa to Illinois as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 24% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Illinois

How long is the flight from Iowa to Illinois?

The flight from Iowa to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Dubuque (a popular airport in Iowa) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 50m on average. If you fly from Cedar Rapids (another popular airport in Iowa) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 1h 21m.

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

As of May 2026, 91 flights take off from Iowa and land in Illinois each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 43% of daily flights taking off at noon.

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

Prices for flights from Iowa to Illinois are updated daily.

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

As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Illinois.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Illinois.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

MCW

ORD

1h 30mnonstop

7:35 am - 9:10 am

ORD

MCW

1h 35mnonstop

$202United Airlines

Fri, Jun 19 - Sun, Jun 21

8:10 am - 10:02 am

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ORD

1h 52mnonstop

3:59 pm - 5:53 pm

ORD

SUX

1h 54mnonstop

$224United Airlines

Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Jul 12

8:25 pm - 8:43 pm

OMA

ORD

24h 18m

1 stop

9:57 pm - 7:20 pm

ORD

OMA

21h 23m

1 stop

$235Frontier

Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 14

8:25 pm - 8:43 pm

OMA

ORD

24h 18m

1 stop

9:57 pm - 7:15 pm

ORD

OMA

21h 18m

1 stop

$236Frontier

Tue, Jun 30 - Tue, Jul 21

6:24 pm - 12:15 pm

CID

ORD

17h 51m

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8:05 am - 5:34 pm

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CID

9h 29m

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3:45 pm - 5:05 pm

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1h 20mnonstop

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DSM

1h 30mnonstop

$257Southwest

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 21

1:10 pm - 2:35 pm

OMA

MDW

1h 25mnonstop

8:35 pm - 10:05 pm

MDW

OMA

1h 30mnonstop

$261Southwest

Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

5:56 pm - 7:59 pm

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ORD

2h 03mnonstop

3:50 pm - 5:26 pm

ORD

DSM

1h 36mnonstop

$263American Airlines

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5:55 pm - 12:15 pm

CID

ORD

18h 20m

1 stop

8:05 am - 5:05 pm

ORD

CID

9h 00m

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$278Multiple Airlines

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5:50 am - 7:17 am

CID

ORD

1h 27mnonstop

10:45 pm - 11:51 pm

ORD

CID

1h 06mnonstop

$299American Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 8

Frontier flights from Iowa to Illinois

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Jun 23

OMA8:25 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 18m

1 stop

ORD8:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 14

ORD9:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 23m

1 stop

OMA7:20 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$235

Frontier

Jun 30

OMA8:25 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 18m

1 stop

ORD8:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 21

ORD9:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 18m

1 stop

OMA7:15 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$236

Frontier

Jul 8

OMA8:05 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

24h 47m

1 stop

ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 15

ORD9:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 23m

1 stop

OMA7:20 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$239

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Sep 5

OMA8:05 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

3h 32m

1 stop

ORD11:37 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 9

ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 28m

1 stop

OMA10:48 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

$237

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Oct 17

CID11:00 amCedar Rapids

3h 57m

1 stop

ORD2:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 25

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 13m

1 stop

CID10:13 amCedar Rapids

$259

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Aug 9

DSM10:59 amDes Moines

6h 09m

1 stop

ORD5:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 19

ORD11:22 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 49m

1 stop

DSM5:11 pmDes Moines

$271

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Fri 6/19

7:00 pm-8:30 pm

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Sun 6/21

7:35 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$202

Sioux CityChicago

SUX - ORD

SUXORD

Sioux City Sioux Gateway

Thu 7/9

8:10 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/12

3:59 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$224

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/23

8:25 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop24h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

9:57 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop21h 23m

$235

OmahaChicago

OMA - ORD

OMAORD

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 6/30

8:25 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop24h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

9:57 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 18m

$236

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CID - ORD

CIDORD

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6:24 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop17h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/14

8:05 am-5:34 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$237

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DSM - MDW

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Des Moines

Tue 7/14

3:45 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

9:20 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$257

OmahaChicago

OMA - MDW

OMAMDW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 8/13

1:10 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/17

8:35 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$261

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DSM - ORD

DSMORD

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

5:56 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/28

3:50 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$263

Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Fri 7/17

5:55 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/20

8:05 am-5:05 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$278

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Cedar RapidsChicago

CID - ORD

CIDORD

Cedar Rapids

Wed 6/3

5:50 am-7:17 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/8

10:45 pm-11:51 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$299

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Iowa to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Iowa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $59, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of February, then flying in December is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $87.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Iowa to Illinois is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $510. Flights from Iowa to Illinois on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $692. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the morning. Flights from Iowa to Illinois during this time can be as low as $503. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $963.

What is the cheapest Iowa to Illinois flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Iowa to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Iowa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $290 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Iowa for as low as $169 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Iowa to Illinois 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 Iowa to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Iowa to Illinois.

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Best Price Found	$59
Fastest flight time	0h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $59. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $218.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Illinois takes 0h 50m

Direct flights go from Iowa to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Iowa there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW), Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Iowa to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Illinois are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Illinois?
As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Illinois?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Iowa to Illinois?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Iowa to Illinois is Embraer 175, representing 14.94% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A319 at 14.37%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 10.47%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 at 10.43%.

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Contour	PriceFrom $68	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 41 reviews	Search Contour flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,644 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,766 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Denver Air Connection	PriceFrom $198	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 24 reviews	Search Denver Air Connection flights

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It is quick and easy to find Iowa to Illinois flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Illinois that suits you.

Can I find flights from Iowa to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Illinois from Iowa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search for Iowa to Illinois flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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