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Cheap flights from Manchester to Illinois from £263

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAN — ORD
15 Sep — 22 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Manchester to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Manchester to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Manchester to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 August 2026.

Thu 3/919:20 -
2 stops32h 05m
Tue 8/922:25 -
2 stops18h 10m
Deal found 13/8£503
Wed 7/1013:05 -
1 stop14h 20m
Sat 24/1019:30 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 13/8£507
Tue 6/1013:50 -
2 stops34h 00m
Tue 27/1019:30 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 13/8£508
Wed 9/913:50 -
1 stop11h 25m
Sun 13/915:45 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 15/8£508
Tue 13/1016:30 -
2 stops32h 45m
Tue 20/1019:25 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 14/8£513
Mon 28/912:05 -
1 stop13h 10m
Sat 3/1015:45 -
1 stop10h 55m
Deal found 13/8£514
Thu 1/1013:05 -
1 stop11h 10m
Mon 5/1019:25 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 13/8£522
Thu 12/1111:55 -
1 stop11h 25m
Fri 27/1118:30 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 12/8£522
Sun 4/1013:05 -
1 stop11h 10m
Mon 26/1019:30 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 13/8£524
Sat 12/912:50 -
1 stop12h 25m
Sat 19/915:45 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 12/8£527
Wed 23/919:10 -
2 stops34h 32m
Sat 3/1013:40 -
2 stops23h 10m
Deal found 11/8£594
Mon 7/913:25 -
1 stop27h 35m
Wed 23/915:20 -
2 stops16h 40m
Deal found 14/8£611

Find flight deals from Manchester to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Manchester to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 16 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£503

One-way from

£263

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£748
3/9-8/9
  • 3/9-8/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 15m total
  • Manchester to Illinois
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5/10
  • 5/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Manchester to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£90 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Thu 12/11

12:55-16:45

2 stops33h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/11

19:15-08:40

2 stops31h 25m

£550

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Sat 26/9

09:35-16:10

1 stop12h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/10

19:15-18:30

1 stop17h 15m

£592
Fastest return journey

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Wed 25/11

11:55-17:20

1 stop11h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/11

18:30-10:45

1 stop10h 15m

£601

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Wed 16/9

12:45-16:10

2 stops33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

19:15-20:30

2 stops19h 15m

£620

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Sat 31/10

12:30-17:45

2 stops34h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/11

19:15-18:35

1 stop17h 20m

£631

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Fri 11/9

09:35-16:10

1 stop12h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/9

10:30-18:30

2 stops26h 00m

£638

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Wed 7/10

09:35-21:31

2 stops17h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

19:15-20:30

2 stops19h 15m

£639

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Thu 8/10

19:10-16:10

1 stop27h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/10

19:15-18:30

1 stop17h 15m

£645

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MANORD

Manchester

Fri 11/9

09:35-21:37

2 stops18h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

19:15-20:30

2 stops19h 15m

£674

ManchesterChicago

MAN Manchester - MDW Chicago Midway

MANMDW

Manchester

Wed 16/9

08:55-18:19

2 stops15h 24m

Chicago Midway

Wed 23/9

19:01-16:45

2 stops15h 44m

£737

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Best time to book a flight from Manchester to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Manchester to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Illinois?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Illinois (average of £507). Flying from Manchester to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of £786). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Manchester to Illinois?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Manchester to Illinois flights typically cost between £694 and £932 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £503 on Multiple Airlines (3 Sept–8 Sept).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Manchester to Illinois?

The price you pay for your flight from Manchester to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Illinois. Reviews last updated 16 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Scandinavian Airlines, andAer Lingus from Manchester to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,953 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Aer Lingus
7.3
Good
1,706 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Icelandair
6.9
Okay
731 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,166 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Manchester to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Manchester to Illinois?

    Manchester (MAN) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Manchester to Illinois. It is only a 8.9 mi journey to Manchester (MAN) from Manchester’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Manchester to Illinois?

    For as low as £601, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Illinois from Manchester in 11h 25m. The distance from Manchester to Illinois is about 3812 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Manchester to Illinois one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £341 on Icelandair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Aer Lingus from £376 and British Airways from £398 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Manchester to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Manchester to Illinois consider Manchester - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Manchester - Chicago Midway or Manchester - Lambert-St Louis as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Manchester to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Manchester to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Manchester to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manchester to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Manchester to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manchester to Illinois by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Manchester to Illinois?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Manchester to Illinois (average of £507). Flying from Manchester to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of £786). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Manchester to Illinois

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Manchester to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
RyanairCheapest£35Average£61FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£378Average£514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IcelandairCheapest£426Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Aer LingusCheapest£452Average£705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£472Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£488Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest£497Average£780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£551Average£730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£557Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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