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Cheap Flights to Central Illinois from $38 One Way, $69 Round Trip

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Central Illinois MDW Flight Information

Traveling To
Central Illinois
Destination Airport IATA Code
STL
Number of Airlines Serving
1
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta
Flight Price
$69
Earliest Departing Flight
WN 3431 6:50AM EDT
Latest Departing Flight
WN 2064 May 8 5:35PM EDT

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Central Illinois

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Central Illinois?
Reserve a ticket with one of the 20 airlines that jet into O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and gear up for exciting new experiences. This airport is the entryway for Central Illinois. When it’s time to discover the region, these international airlines will get you there:

  • United Airlines - 612 flights to Central Illinois per month
  • American Airlines - 339 flights to Central Illinois per month
  • Air Canada - 190 flights to Central Illinois per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Central Illinois?
Midway Intl. Airport (MDW) is a popular gateway to Central Illinois. While many vacationers make this their entry point to the area, some choose to land at O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Compare prices and consider which is better based on where you’re staying.
How much is a flight to Central Illinois?
Round-trip fares dropped as low as $69 this week to Central Illinois, and increased to a peak of $183. A few lucky travelers flying out of Atlanta (ATL) managed to snare one-way flights from just $38.
How to book the cheapest flight to Central Illinois?
With Orbitz, you’ll uncover some of the most impressive flight deals around from a wide range of airlines. But if you’d like to boost your chances of snapping up cheap flights to Central Illinois, here are a few tips to consider:

  • Depending on your place of departure, choose the ‘Nearby airports’ function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). In certain cases, other departure points will have more competitive fares.
  • If your plans aren’t carved in stone, click on the ‘Show flexible dates’ link to scan the flight deals for a variety of departure dates. If you find a better fare, book it.
  • To fine tune your results, click on ‘Show options.’ You can search based on airlines, seating class, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also choose whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left.
  • Lock in your airfare as soon as you’ve sorted your travel dates. While you can get lucky now and then, airline tickets rarely get cheaper as your date of departure gets closer.
  • Make even more savings on your getaway by bundling your hotel, flights and car rental into a package. Your budget will thank you.
  • Flying during peak season means pricey airfares. Try to plan your trip outside of popular periods, such as Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Easter.

How long is a flight to Central Illinois?
The destination you’re jetting out of and if you have a layover help determine your flight time. However, these three common routes to Central Illinois will offer some insight:

  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 40 minutes
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 51 minutes
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 13 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Central Illinois?
Generally speaking, January is the ideal time to purchase your plane ticket. This is followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while you search for a cheap flight to Central Illinois.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Central Illinois?
If you’re after inexpensive fares to Central Illinois, the best days of the week to book are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. With Orbitz (and some good timing!), a superb flight deal will be all yours.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Central Illinois?
You can land cheap flights to Central Illinois by hopping on a plane on a Monday, according to Orbitz data from 2020. Tuesday is also more affordable, while Saturday has the most expensive ticket prices. Whether you prefer to stretch your travel budget or fly out on any day that’s convenient, you’ll always find a good deal with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Central Illinois?
To pick up cheap flights to Central Illinois, you should pack your bags and fly out in August. Orbitz data has found that generally, this is an excellent month to save on your ticket. If you’re thinking of flying to Central Illinois in June, it’s worth remembering that this is the most expensive time to travel.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
We know that plans can change and flexibility matters. That’s why you can search for flights that have free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Just click on “Filter by flexible change policies” and we’ll show you fares with more flexibility than candy in a car on a hot day!
What do I need for the flight to Central Illinois?
The key to a comfortable and successful flight is preparation. Here are some of our top tips to help you get ready for your adventure:

  • Your travel documents are the most important items you’ll need to have with you on your flight. To avoid any delays when checking in, make sure that the personal info on your ticket is correct and matches your government-issued photo ID.
  • Make time fly by even faster on your short flight by packing the right stuff. Think a water bottle, snacks and entertainment. If you want your journey to Central Illinois to pass nice and quietly, toss some headphones into your carry-on bag as well.
  • It can get chilly on the plane. If you don’t like the thought of shivering your way through the flight, bring a sweater.

How many direct flights are there to Central Illinois?
Right now, there are 604 direct flights each month to Central Illinois. When it comes to airlines that will fly you there, you have loads of options. Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Delta Air Lines are among the most well-known. Volaris, Porter Airlines and Allegiant Air are some other respected carriers with nonstop services.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Central Illinois?
There are ways of booking first or business-class fares to Central Illinois that won’t burn through your savings. Pick up a seat at the front of the plane for less with these handy hints:

  • Flexibility isn’t confined to yoga. Leave some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when they crop up.
  • Many budget carriers these days have terrific business-class seating for a wallet-friendly price.
  • Make the most of your airline’s frequent flyer program and upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in an online auction if available.

What is the best time to go to Central Illinois?
If you want to soak up the atmosphere of Central Illinois in the busy season, June, July and August are the prime months to visit. June 20 marks the onset of summertime in the Northern Hemisphere and is a perfect time to go if you’re fond of the great outdoors. At this time, average daily temperatures typically range from 65 ºF to 80 ºF.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.