What is the cheapest airline that flies from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field to Illinois?

Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field to Illinois

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

As of September 2026, 3 flights take off from Missoula and land in Illinois each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 67% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Missoula according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 39% 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.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois?

Prices for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois?

The number of operators available for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois is 4 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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1:06 pm - 5:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 46mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:36 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 56mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7

1:42 pm - 6:17 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 35mnonstop

10:00 am - 1:12 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

4h 12mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 5

7:03 am - 4:50 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:00 am - 2:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

9h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$359Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29

12:50 pm - 9:53 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 03m1 stop Salt Lake City

6:59 pm - 12:31 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

6h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City

$359Delta

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28

5:40 am - 6:40 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

12h 00m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:59 pm - 12:31 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

6h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City

$364Delta

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28

5:19 pm - 11:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

8:50 am - 11:32 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 42mnonstop

$369United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

2:38 pm - 9:18 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

5h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

8:42 am - 11:24 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 42mnonstop

$379United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 26

7:03 am - 4:50 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 47m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:00 am - 2:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

9h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$389Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29

8:39 pm - 5:16 amMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

7h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:11 pm - 8:49 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

31h 38m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$410Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31

10:27 am - 5:06 amMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

17h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:11 am - 9:37 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

28h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$632Multiple Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29

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12:25 pm - 5:05 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 40mnonstop

2:32 pm - 9:36 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

8h 04m1 stop Denver Intl

$519United Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

4:16 pm - 11:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

8:00 am - 3:17 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

8h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$529Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

10:43 am - 6:32 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl

7:00 am - 1:38 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

7h 38m1 stop Denver Intl

$529United Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

2:05 pm - 11:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 54m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

1:03 pm - 11:01 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

10h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$535Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

1:27 pm - 11:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 32m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:25 am - 2:45 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

7h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$560Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

1:27 pm - 11:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 32m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

1:51 pm - 11:13 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

10h 22m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$565Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

4:16 pm - 11:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-STL Lambert-St Louis

6h 43m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

6:29 am - 3:17 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

9h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$579Alaska Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13

5:17 pm - 11:31 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-STL Lambert-St Louis

5h 14m1 stop Denver Intl

10:53 am - 9:34 pmSTL Lambert-St Louis-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

11h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl

$584United Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14

12:45 pm - 5:25 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 40mnonstop

5:00 am - 12:11 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

8h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$599American Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

12:45 pm - 5:25 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 40mnonstop

10:00 am - 12:56 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 56mnonstop

$629American Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12

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1:06 pm - 5:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 46mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:36 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 56mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7

1:42 pm - 6:17 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 35mnonstop

10:00 am - 1:12 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

4h 12mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 5

1:45 pm - 6:22 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 37mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 55mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 28

1:48 pm - 6:25 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 37mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:36 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 56mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

1:45 pm - 6:22 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 37mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 55mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Thu, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 2

1:06 pm - 5:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 46mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:36 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 56mnonstop

$339American Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7

12:21 pm - 4:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 31mnonstop

8:42 am - 11:24 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 42mnonstop

$397United Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

12:21 pm - 4:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 31mnonstop

8:42 am - 11:24 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 42mnonstop

$419United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27

12:28 pm - 4:59 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 31mnonstop

8:50 am - 11:32 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 42mnonstop

$428United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

12:21 pm - 4:52 pmMSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

3h 31mnonstop

8:42 am - 11:24 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 42mnonstop

$429United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

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Alaska Airlines flights from Missoula to Illinois

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 27

MSO7:03 amMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

8h 47m

1 stop

ORD4:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 29

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 50m

1 stop

MSO2:50 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

$359

Alaska Airlines

Sep 19

MSO4:16 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

6h 43m

1 stop

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 23

ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 17m

1 stop

MSO3:17 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

$419

Alaska Airlines

Oct 22

MSO7:03 amMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

15h 56m

1 stop

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 25

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 50m

1 stop

MSO2:50 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

$436

United Airlines flights from Missoula to Illinois

Our best United Airlines deals on Missoula to Illinois flight tickets

United Airlines

Oct 6

MSO5:19 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

5h 40m

1 stop

ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 13

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 42m

MSO11:32 amMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

$369

United Airlines

Sep 25

MSO12:21 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 31m

ORD4:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 27

ORD8:42 amChicago O'Hare Intl

3h 42m

MSO11:24 amMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

$397

United Airlines

Sep 25

MSO12:21 pmMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

3h 31m

ORD4:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 27

ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 57m

1 stop

MSO9:57 amMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

$407

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Thu 12/3

1:06 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/7

9:40 am-12:36 pm

Nonstop3h 56m

$339

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 12/25

1:42 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/5

10:00 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

$339

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 10/27

7:03 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/29

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$359

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Mon 2/1

12:50 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/28

6:59 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 32m

$359

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Mon 2/1

5:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/28

6:59 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 32m

$364

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 10/6

5:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

8:50 am-11:32 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$369

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MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Thu 9/24

2:38 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/26

8:42 am-11:24 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$379

MissoulaChicago

MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Tue 10/27

7:03 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/29

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$389

MissoulaChicago

MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Sun 10/25

8:39 pm-5:16 am

1 stop7h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/31

2:11 pm-8:49 pm

2 stops31h 38m

$410

MissoulaChicago

MSO Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MSOORD

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Wed 12/23

10:27 am-5:06 am

1 stop17h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/29

6:11 am-9:37 am

1 stop28h 26m

$632

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Missoula to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Missoula is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $331, 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 May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $336.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Missoula to Illinois is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $513. Flights from Missoula to Illinois on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $681. 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 at noon. Flights from Missoula to Illinois during this time can be as low as $573. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $574.

What is the cheapest Missoula Johnson-Bell Field to Illinois flight route?

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

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

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Missoula to Illinois flight.

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Best Price Found	$162
Fastest flight time	3h 31m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Missoula in the past 72 hours is $162. The best round-trip flight deal from Missoula to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $339.

The fastest flight from Missoula to Illinois takes 3h 31m

Direct flights go from Missoula to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Missoula there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Missoula to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois?
The number of operators available for flights from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois is 4 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Missoula Johnson-Bell Field Airport to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The required travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Missoula to Illinois?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Missoula to Illinois is Embraer 175, representing 56.80% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-800 at 17.60%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 12.00%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 4.80%.

Best airlines flying from Missoula to Illinois

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Delta	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,548 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $249	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,042 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,181 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $350	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,892 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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Yes. All flights to Illinois from Missoula on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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