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Best Western Delta Inn

Best Western Delta Inn

2.5 out of 5
1509 Hampton Dr Effingham IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 325 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 325
AED 364 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Nice staff. Dated facility but clean.

Reviewed on 1 February 2026

Best Western Delta Inn
Holiday Inn Express Metropolis by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Metropolis by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2179 East 5th Street Metropolis IL
Fully refundable
The price is AED 389 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
AED 389
AED 432 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Clean - updated room Breakfast was excellent

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Holiday Inn Express Metropolis by IHG
Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham

2.5 out of 5
1811 W Fayette Avenue Effingham IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 256 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
AED 256
AED 284 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Yes! Our room was great and enjoyed the lady at the desk

Reviewed on 1 February 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Effingham
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Garden of the Gods Recreation Area

5/5(6 reviews)

You can take time to visit Garden of the Gods Recreation Area during your travels to Equality. Wander the parks and riverfront while you're in the area.

Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
Southern Illinois which includes autumn leaves and forests

Tunnel Hill State Trail

4/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Tunnel Hill State Trail during your travels to Vienna. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Tunnel Hill State Trail
Beautiful landscape of Lake Shelbyville, Illinois during sunset

Lake Shelbyville Beach

4/5(9 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Lake Shelbyville Beach during your travels in Shelbyville? While you're in the area, wander around the forests.

Lake Shelbyville Beach

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Southeast Illinois that have flexible change policies?
Search for your affordable flights to Southeast Illinois, then mark the "No change fee" box directly below the "Flexible change policies" heading. It's as simple as that. We appreciate that plans can change and flexibility is essential, so you can book with confidence with Expedia.
Which airlines fly to Southeast Illinois?
With a good range of airlines that fly into or near Southeast Illinois, the choice is all yours:

  • United Airlines - 12,777 flights to or near Southeast Illinois each month, including 12,777 flights to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) per month.
  • American Airlines - 9,109 flights to or near Southeast Illinois each month, including 9,109 flights to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) per month.
  • Delta - 1,023 flights to or near Southeast Illinois each month, including 1,023 flights to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Southeast Illinois?
One of the best ways to get a hold of cheap tickets to Southeast Illinois is to be flexible with your travel dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" above the results. It will reveal the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to Southeast Illinois in the last seven days was . Booking well ahead of time will generally help you score an even bigger bargain.
How much is a flight to Southeast Illinois?
If you were journeying one way from (), you could've picked up a low-cost fare for in the last seven days. Return flights to Southeast Illinois ranged from only to during this same period.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Southeast Illinois?
Southeast Illinois's main airport is O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Get your next big adventure underway by reserving a ticket on one of the 24,728 flights per month to this destination.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Southeast Illinois?
Try to jet off early on in the week to land the best deal to Southeast Illinois. Tuesday is normally the cheapest day to take off, with Monday right behind it. Saturday often has the highest prices. This is because many people choose to start their vacation on a weekend.
How much is a plane ticket to Southeast Illinois?
In the last seven days, tickets to Southeast Illinois fluctuated between and . Prices tend to go up over time, so pick up a cheap flight today.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Southeast Illinois?
February is the most affordable month to reserve a seat for your Southeast Illinois adventure. Tickets are priciest over the month of December, so keep clear of this time if you can.
How long is a flight to Southeast Illinois?
Your flight to Southeast Illinois could be long or it could be short depending on where you depart from. Before you cram your laptop with movies and podcasts, have a look at the average flight times for these well-known domestic routes:

  • New York, NY (LGA-LaGuardia) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 45 minutes
  • Washington, DC (DCA-Ronald Reagan Washington National) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 19 minutes
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 2 hours and 57 minutes

What are the best things to do in Southeast Illinois?

  • With so many exciting things to see and do in Olney, it's little surprise that lots of people begin their Southeast Illinois vacation in this bustling city. Spend your first day or so checking out big-name attractions like Olney Central College before taking a look at some of this destination's lesser-known sights.
  • When you're deciding the activities for your vacation, keep in mind that Olney is known for its humid subtropical climate. It's a wise idea to check the temperatures before you leave so you know what to expect.
  • When you want to get out and discover more of the region, jump in one of our car rentals and visit Chicago. It's 354 kilometers to the north of Olney and also has top tourist sights, such as Bachelor's Grove Cemetery.

What is the best time to go to Southeast Illinois?
Anytime is an excellent time to see Charleston, Southeast Illinois's most well-known city, but April, May and June are the liveliest months. Summer begins June 20 inches the USA and is an awesome time to travel if you're fond of the outdoors. Average temperatures range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF) during this season.