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How much is the cheapest flight to Southern Illinois?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $34 for one-way flights and $68 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Tips to find the cheapest flights to Southern Illinois

The cheapest day to fly

Get started finding a cheap flight to Southern Illinois on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or entering into the search bar your travel dates, origin airport, and whether you want roundtrip or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline, and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

The cheapest month to fly

November is the cheapest month to fly to Southern Illinois. This coincides with the low season when fewer people travel. Whichever month you travel in, though, be sure to book at least a month in advance if you want to score cheap tickets to Southern Illinois. ARC's data shows that domestic flights booked 28 days or more before departure are typically 24% cheaper than those booked last minute.

The most affordable time to book a flight

Typically, a Sunday can be the cheapest time to book a flight to Southern Illinois, according to ARC’s data. On average, you could save between 6% and 13% by booking on a Sunday instead of a Friday, which is the most expensive day to make a reservation.

The cheapest round-trip tickets to Southern Illinois

The lowest price for round-trip flights to Southern Illinois in 2024 starts from from $68, while one-way tickets start from from $34. Expedia's effective search tool is one of the best ways to find a budget airfare. Simply enter your dates, and within seconds, it'll show you a vast selection of the cheapest flights to Southern Illinois. If you have a preferred departure time or airline, you can use the handy filters to customize your search.

The cheapest airlines flying to Southern Illinois

American Airlines, Contour Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United are just some of the airlines that can typically offer cheap tickets to Southern Illinois. You can find their most affordable flights by using the “airline” search filter and then sorting prices from low to high. As a trusted partner of the world's leading airlines, Expedia offers you some of the best airfare deals to Southern Illinois and countless more destinations worldwide.

The most affordable airports to fly into

To view the cheapest airports to fly into for Southern Illinois, simply order your search results from lowest to highest price. Expedia's search tool compares flight prices for all airports close to your destination, so you don't have to manually search them one by one to find the cheapest flight to Southern Illinois. If you have a preferred place to fly into, take advantage of the “arrival airport” filter to narrow down your search on Expedia.

Save with a package

With Expedia's amazing package deals, you could save hundreds of dollars by booking your Southern Illinois plane tickets together with your accommodations, car rental, or activities. Just select the search wizard's “package” option to view some of the cheapest deals. Look out for the green savings label to see how much you're saving.

Date flexibility for the cheapest flights to Southern Illinois

If you can be flexible with your travel dates, it's a good idea to broaden your search by comparing prices on different days. This will open up more options, meaning you could uncover a less expensive flight to Southern Illinois.

Stopover savings

The cheapest tickets to Southern Illinois are sometimes those with a stopover. Book one of these flights, and you'll change planes at an airport en route to Southern Illinois. While the overall travel time might be longer than a non-stop flight, you may decide it's worth it for the money saved.

Get Expedia's Price Drop Protection

Price Drop Protection means that if your flight gets cheaper after booking, you'll be credited the difference*. This gives you peace of mind that you're getting one of the cheapest flights to Southern Illinois for your chosen departure. Expedia's Price Drop Protection is available for a small fee but is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

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Use our Price Tracking feature

Expedia's Price Tracking feature is another great tool that removes the guesswork from finding cheap flights to Southern Illinois. Simply download the free Expedia app to your smart device and activate Southern Illinois flight price alerts for your travel dates. There's even a price predictor tool that uses historical data to indicate the best time to book, giving you peace of mind that you'll nab the lowest prices.

Book with Expedia

As well as Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking, Expedia's close partnership with a vast selection of the world's leading airlines means you're sure to find cheap flights to Southern Illinois. Plus, the One Key rewards program lets you earn real cash rewards on most bookings that you can use to save money on future trips. Best of all, it's free to join, and members often unlock exclusive discounts, too.

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Southern Illinois that have flexible change policies?
When it comes to flying these days, flexibility is key. That’s why we have a “No change fee” search function to help you find flexible, low-priced tickets to Southern Illinois. It’s on the left of your screen underneath the “Flexible change policies” heading.
Which airlines fly to Southern Illinois?
Work out your travel dates and then fly into or near Southern Illinois with one of these well-known airlines:

  • Southwest Airlines - 2,214 flights to or near Southern Illinois each month, including 2,214 flights to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) per month.
  • American Airlines - 971 flights to or near Southern Illinois each month, including 789 flights to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) per month.
  • Delta Air Lines - 728 flights to or near Southern Illinois each month, including 650 flights to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Southern Illinois?
You’ll always nab a fabulous deal with Expedia, but our “flexible dates” search function makes it that much easier. Enter your preferred travel date, then click on the flexible dates link above to see a list of prices for nearby days. $68 was the best price for a flight to Southern Illinois in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Southern Illinois?
There were a lot of low-cost fares for the taking in the last seven days, with the price of a return ticket to Southern Illinois varying between $68 and $148. Many lucky travelers scored one-way seats from Chicago (ORD) for just $34.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Southern Illinois?
Jet off to Southern Illinois and you’ll have a few airports to decide between. Here are some of the region’s busiest:

  • Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) - 4,902 flights per month.
  • Evansville Regional Airport (EVV) - 277 flights per month.
  • Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) - 156 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Southern Illinois?
If you’d prefer to spend your cash experiencing Southern Illinois rather than on your flight there, leave earlier in the week. The cheapest day to travel is normally Tuesday, with Monday a close second. With many folks traveling on the weekend, Saturday typically has the highest ticket prices.
How much is a plane ticket to Southern Illinois?
Airfares varied from $68 to $148 over the last seven days. When you’re ready to book, we’re here to help you pick up the best price to Southern Illinois.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Southern Illinois?
To pick up an awesome deal to Southern Illinois, book during February when prices are at their cheapest. The most expensive time to book? In the U.S, it’s the festive month of December.
How long is a flight to Southern Illinois?
Whether or not you’ll have time to read one chapter of your favorite book or a few depends on where you’re flying from in the U.S. To give you an idea of what to expect, here are the average flight times for some sought-after domestic routes to Southern Illinois:

  • Chicago, IL (ORD-OHare Intl.) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) - 1 hour and 17 minutes
  • Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) - 1 hour and 43 minutes
  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) - 2 hours and 6 minutes

Flights to Southern Illinois information
Destination airport
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
STL
Destination city name
St. Louis
Roundtrip price
$68

Trending flights to Southern Illinois

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $34 for one-way flights and $68 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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