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

Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to Illinois

How long is the flight from Virginia to Illinois?

The flight from Virginia to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Roanoke (a popular airport in Virginia) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 2h 04m on average. If you fly from Charlottesville (another popular airport in Virginia) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 2h 07m.

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

As of March 2026, there are 151 flights per day flying from Virginia to Illinois. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00PM, with 46% of flights taking off at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Virginia and Illinois is 1,062 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Virginia according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 Virginia to Illinois?

Prices for flights from Virginia to Illinois refresh daily.

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

As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Illinois.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:10 am - 5:11 pm

RDU

ORD

12h 01m

2 stops

1:12 pm - 4:19 pm

ORD

RDU

2h 07mnonstop

$163Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

6:15 am - 11:12 am

RDU

MDW

5h 57m

1 stop

6:00 am - 11:59 am

MDW

RDU

4h 59m

1 stop

$163Frontier

Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12

7:50 pm - 9:21 pm

DCA

ORD

2h 31mnonstop

11:40 am - 2:40 pm

ORD

DCA

2h 00mnonstop

$209American Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29

11:35 am - 12:55 pm

DCA

ORD

2h 20mnonstop

2:57 pm - 6:00 pm

ORD

DCA

2h 03mnonstop

$210American Airlines

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10

9:55 am - 10:55 am

DCA

MDW

2h 00mnonstop

1:55 pm - 6:40 pm

MDW

DCA

3h 45m

1 stop

$215Southwest

Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 22

11:45 am - 12:45 pm

DCA

MDW

2h 00mnonstop

9:15 am - 8:55 pm

MDW

DCA

10h 40m

2 stops

$221Southwest

Tue, May 26 - Sat, May 30

6:03 pm - 7:25 pm

DCA

ORD

2h 22mnonstop

8:00 am - 10:59 am

ORD

DCA

1h 59mnonstop

$224United Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 15

6:05 am - 8:43 am

DCA

MDW

3h 38m

1 stop

5:59 pm - 10:51 pm

MDW

DCA

3h 52m

1 stop

$229Delta

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10

5:45 pm - 7:22 pm

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STL

2h 37mnonstop

6:30 am - 11:48 am

STL

IAD

4h 18m

1 stop

$275United Airlines

Sat, Apr 11 - Mon, Apr 13

7:19 pm - 11:36 pm

IAD

STL

5h 17m

1 stop

7:05 pm - 12:51 am

STL

IAD

4h 46m

1 stop

$285Delta

Mon, May 4 - Sat, May 16

JetBlue flights from Virginia to Illinois

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JetBlue

May 26

RIC11:13 amRichmond Byrd Intl

9h 22m

1 stop

ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 9

ORD8:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 59m

1 stop

RIC3:49 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$309

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Apr 1

DCA9:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

11h 10m

1 stop

ORD8:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 7

ORD8:58 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

DCA1:08 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$351

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Apr 2

DCA10:40 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

22h 25m

1 stop

ORD8:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 7

ORD8:58 amChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

DCA1:08 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$356

Frontier flights from Virginia to Illinois

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Frontier

May 7

RDU6:15 amRaleigh-Durham

5h 57m

1 stop

MDW11:12 amChicago Midway

May 12

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

4h 59m

1 stop

RDU11:59 amRaleigh-Durham

$163

Frontier

Apr 16

RDU3:42 pmRaleigh-Durham

7h 37m

1 stop

MDW10:19 pmChicago Midway

Apr 19

MDW6:00 amChicago Midway

25h 46m

1 stop

RDU8:46 amRaleigh-Durham

$164

Frontier

Apr 24

RDU10:03 pmRaleigh-Durham

2h 19m

ORD11:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 26

ORD3:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 21m

1 stop

RDU8:18 amRaleigh-Durham

$165

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6:10 am-5:11 pm

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1:12 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$163

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RDU - MDW

RDUMDW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

6:15 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 57m

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/12

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$163

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DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/28

7:50 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/29

11:40 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$209

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DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/3

11:35 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/10

2:57 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

$210

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DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/21

9:55 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/22

1:55 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$215

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DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/26

11:45 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/30

9:15 am-8:55 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$221

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DCA - ORD

DCAORD

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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6:03 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

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Wed 4/15

8:00 am-10:59 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$224

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DCA - MDW

DCAMDW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/3

6:05 am-8:43 am

1 stop3h 38m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/10

5:59 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop3h 52m

$229

Washington, D.C.St. Louis

IAD - STL

IADSTL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/11

5:45 pm-7:22 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/13

6:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop4h 18m

$275

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IAD - STL

IADSTL

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/4

7:19 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/16

7:05 pm-12:51 am

1 stop4h 46m

$285

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Virginia is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $291, 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 September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $309.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Virginia to Illinois is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $418. Flights from Virginia to Illinois on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $531. 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 evening. Flights from Virginia to Illinois during this time can be as low as $415. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $489.

What is the cheapest Virginia to Illinois flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Virginia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $369 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Virginia for as low as $162 on momondo.

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

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

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Best Price Found	$183
Fastest flight time	1h 50m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Virginia in the past 72 hours is $183. The best round-trip flight deal from Virginia to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $253.

The fastest flight from Virginia to Illinois takes 1h 50m

Direct flights go from Virginia to Illinois every day.

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

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Illinois?
As of March 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Virginia to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Virginia to Illinois is Embraer 175 (16.47% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (15.19%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 (13.12%), and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (10.39%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $92	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,538 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,317 reviews	Search Delta flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $154	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,020 reviews	Search Frontier flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $169	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,462 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,324 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,486 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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