If you're looking to travel on a budget, here are some tips when shopping for flights out of Illinois and Wisconsin.

How To Get Great Deals When Flying Out Of Illinois And Wisconsin

I'm a huge fan of traveling. I really appreciate the trips I take every year but I always wish I could do it a lot more. My favorite way to travel is by airplane. I think it's because I'm burned out of riding in the car for a long time. Plus, with a limited amount of time off saving time by flying to my destination.

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The only problem is the cost. It's not cheap to take vacations. There are so many expenses and they add up quickly. You've got to either save up for a while or go into debt to cover the fees and bills.

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The key to traveling is knowing how and where to find the deals. Luckily, there are plenty of special offers when flying out of Illinois and Wisconsin. This can help make going on vacation much more affordable.

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In the past year, there have been over 2,600 flight deals offered in the state of Illinois. Those are available through the six passenger airports located here. The airline leading the way with specials is American.

Let's take a look at Wisconsin. We're lucky in Rockford because we can travel a short distance to our neighbors to the north to find other options. Last year, Wisconsin travelers were able to score over 1,400 flight specials through four separate airports. American Airlines offered the most deals.

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When looking for flight deals, doing your research is key. The big three American, United, and Delta seem to offer the most but don't sleep on the other airlines. There are specials to be had if you do the work.

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