Cheap Flights To Springfield

About Springfield

Springfield is the state capital of Illinois and a city that offers a strong history. It is most notated for being the hometown of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln (and is also his resting place). The city was first settled in the 1810s and has been the county seat of Sangamon County since 1823. There is a wide variety of historical sites, cultural events and entertainment options for visitors and residents in Springfield.

The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum offers exciting exhibits about the life of the 16th President. The Old State Capitol is the place where then Representative Lincoln gave his famous speech about a "house divided" and is today opened for tours. You can find a number of liver performances of the classic arts and modern offerings.

The climate in Springfield is considered to be a humid continental climate. The weather is typically moderate, but winters can get a bit cold. Summer high temperatures usually stay below 80F. Winter lows can fall well below freezing at times.

You can find a number of cheap flights to Springfield any time of the year. Cheap airline tickets from New York to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) will start below $200 US. Flying in from Los Angeles will cost more but you can still find cheap airline tickets for around $225 US.

There are cheap hotels in Springfield that can meet any need or taste. Cheap hotel rooms near some of the major attractions can start around $100 US. Areas on the edge of the city offer cheap hotel rooms with rates around $65 US.