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FAQs for booking flights from Illinois to New Mexico

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Illinois to New Mexico?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Illinois to New Mexico.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Illinois to New Mexico?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Illinois to New Mexico is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Illinois to New Mexico?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Illinois to New Mexico with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Illinois to New Mexico?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Illinois to New Mexico up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to New Mexico?

    Illinois and New Mexico are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are American Airlines (18 flights per week), Southwest (12 flights per week), and United Airlines (11 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in New Mexico?

    There are 9 airports in New Mexico. The busiest airport is Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), with 78% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in New Mexico?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in New Mexico is Albuquerque Airport (ABQ), with an average flight price of $381.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to New Mexico?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to New Mexico is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $399. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $464 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New Mexico?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to New Mexico is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $365 on average. Morning departures are around 22% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to New Mexico is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $444.

  • What is the cheapest flight to New Mexico?

    The cheapest ticket to New Mexico from Illinois found in the last 72 hours was to Albuquerque, at $243 round-trip. The most popular route is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Albuquerque (ABQ) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $243.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to New Mexico?

    The cheapest month for flights from Illinois to New Mexico is November, when tickets cost $279 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and February, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $945 and $661 respectively.

  • How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to New Mexico?

    To get a below average price on the flight from Illinois to New Mexico, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 49% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to New Mexico?

    From Illinois, there are direct flights to New Mexico from 1 city. This city is Chicago and there are 84 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to New Mexico are there each day?

    There are around 12 direct flights from within Illinois to New Mexico every day. Most flights (42%) depart in the afternoon.

  • How many direct flights to New Mexico are there each week?

    Each week there are around 84 direct flights from within Illinois to New Mexico. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 21% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to New Mexico?

    An average nonstop flight from Illinois to New Mexico takes 6h 18m, covering a distance of 1067 miles. The shortest route is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Albuquerque (ABQ) with an average flight time of 2h 55m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to New Mexico each week?

    There are not any long-haul (6-12 hour flight duration) or medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) flights to New Mexico. Instead, there are 62 short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Chicago.

  • What are the most popular destinations in New Mexico?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Albuquerque (60% of total searches to New Mexico). The next most popular destinations are El Paso (27%) and Santa Fe (13%). Searches for flights to Carlsbad (0%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Illinois to New Mexico

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Illinois to New Mexico? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4253 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

10.0 ExcellentManetta, Jan 2026
MDW - CLT
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The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

The crew canceled the complementary snack and drink in anticipation of turbulence that never materialized. I was counting on the drink (water) to take the the doses of medication - prescribed for my heart condition - that were due during the flight. Since no snack or meal was served on this flight, I cannot rate the food quality. Otherwise, this flight was excellent.

Departure was delayed more than 1/2 hour while we waited for luggage (only) transfer from another flight/plane. Once approved for takeoff, the flight was excellent.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

Pretty seamless, just a tad bit late in taking off and landing.

Flight was fine other than there was a gate change that I was not notified of. By chance I happened to check my phone and saw the change, otherwise, we would have missed our connecting flight.

Haven’t flown on SW in years. Flight was on time departing and arriving. Served vegan butter onion flavored pretzels which were bad. Coke served was in a tiny paper cup. Crew was not engaging. Felt like they were going through the motions. Old plane, tight seats and no leg room.

Check-in, Boarding and flight were smooth. All the employees and crew was very nice and funny. They gave the kids crayons and workbooks to keep them occupied which was a big win. I’ve flown Southwest many times and that’s the first time I’ve seen that and it is a great addition.

Flight was on time. Wi-fi was a little spotty/slow. Boarding and exit were efficient.

They lost my luggage, so, not happy. The crew was nice but my suitcases never made it, still trying to find out what happened!

I understand weather is an issue, but making us chase our plane down at five scheduled gates across three terminals in an airport the size of O'Hare was unfair. They'd have probably been better off to leave gates as TBD until the inbound plane is in final approach instead of running us all over the place. Also, props to the consistently-unprepared ground crew in Richmond for once again leaving my lane parked short of the gate because they couldn't have a crew in place on time with 2 hours notice...

cabin crew was OK, food was OK, the trip from the US to Munich was actually pretty bad comfort wise. Noisy aircraft, lights never dimmed even in Business class (night flight) barely sufficient amenities for the price. I have millions of miles with United but TBH American is gaining ground and Delta has always been marginally better then United although on paper United has more longes and cheaper upgrades.

Essy to get on. The hostess gave very little pop, the plane was late getting in, and we are still waiting for our bags. This sucks. :/

Great flight. On time boarding. Smooth flight and on time arrival at EWR. The flight crew was marvelous and there was a great selection of movies on the entertainment system. Our bags were at the carousel before we got there. Another excellent flight from United.

I liked the snacks and the flight attendants were friendly.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Always wish for more healthy, gluten free options. We have to bring our own.

Having a long layover, I was very appreciative of the ability to stand by for an earlier flight. Other airlines like Delta have refused this to me in the past, just to be mean (because my ticket class wasn't high enough). United went out of their way to help me get to my destination early, which I really appreciated given that it was the third leg of a 24+ hour journey for me.

We experienced gate changes and a long delay. My seat was dirty when I boarded and I had to use wipes to clean it myself. There was an unpleasant and overpowering cleaning product scent on the plane as well that lingered through the flight.

My carry on baggage was damaged. Entire trip, I had to carry the baggage. When complained to the boarding crew, they got mad at me and still asked me to valet check in the cabin baggage. Rude boarding crew!!!

Kayak was among the missing. There was not the usual advice regarding next gate after arriving in Dallas. No communication after the reminder to check in before the Moline flight. What happened?

Crew were all friendly and helpful. It was a short flight so just a beverage service with a cookie. After we were boarded the plane took about 45 minutes to leave the gate but it was New Year’s Eve so not shocking there was some delay. Overall good experience and very grateful.

The boarding process needs to be fixed. The zone don't work, especially when there is hardly anyone in zones 3, 4,and 5, leaving the majority of the passengers backed up in the aisle, especially because passengers seated near the front are blocking passengers who are seated in the rear of the plane. It would also help if the size of carry on bags was more strictly enforced.

The boarding by groups is pointless. The first two groups worked fine, but almost Noone boarded in goups three thru five leaving the vast majority boarding when group six was called. It defeated the purpose of spreading out the crowd.

We loved the steward on the plane. He made the night enjoyable

The plane was late, when we did board the plane was as cold as a freezer. I was freezing the entire flight, no blankets. Lost miserable flight I’ve ever had.

3 hour weather delay followed by 1 hour (and counting) maintenance delay. UGH!

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

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