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Cheap flights from New York to Chicago from £58

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CHI
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Chicago are usually found in September or January, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£102

One-way from

£58

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 14/1-21/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 41m total
  • New York to Chicago
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 6/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • New York to Chicago
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from New York to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 November 2024.

Fri 6/1222:55EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/1218:42ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 22/11£108
Fri 6/1215:15JFK - ORD
Nonstop3h 00mDelta
Mon 9/1218:20ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 41mDelta
Deal found 21/11£116
Fri 13/1220:59LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 45mDelta
Mon 16/1207:30ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 18mDelta
Deal found 21/11£116
Thu 12/1211:44EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/1207:20ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11£124
Thu 5/1207:29JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 55mJetBlue
Thu 9/117:05ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 26mJetBlue
Deal found 22/11£136
Sat 7/1208:05EWR - ORD
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Sat 7/1217:25ORD - EWR
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 21/11£139
Fri 27/1206:20LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/118:30ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11£143
Fri 6/1215:55JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/1208:00ORD - JFK
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/11£192
Thu 5/1215:05LGA - ORD
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/1205:25ORD - LGA
1 stop9h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 21/11£206
Sun 29/1206:00LGA - ORD
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Tue 31/1211:25ORD - LGA
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 21/11£222
Wed 4/1211:30LGA - ORD
1 stop5h 10mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/1220:25ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/11£268
Mon 30/1211:38JFK - ORD
1 stop8h 00mSun Country Air
Fri 3/111:53ORD - JFK
1 stop21h 48mSun Country Air
Deal found 20/11£277

Find flights from New York to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 915,844 searches. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

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LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/1

10:59-12:39

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/1

14:59-22:00

1 stop6h 01m

£102

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Fri 6/12

22:55-00:34

Nonstop2h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/12

18:42-22:00

Nonstop2h 18m

£108

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/1

11:00-22:35

1 stop12h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/1

18:36-06:30

1 stop10h 54m

£110

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 14/1

18:29-20:13

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/1

18:20-21:32

Nonstop2h 12m

£111

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 20/1

06:00-07:50

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/1

14:35-17:58

Nonstop2h 23m

£115

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/1

15:28-17:18

Nonstop2h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/1

17:05-20:31

Nonstop2h 26m

£116

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 12/1

07:50-09:30

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/1

15:15-18:31

Nonstop2h 16m

£116

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 6/12

15:15-17:15

Nonstop3h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/12

18:20-22:01

Nonstop2h 41m

£116

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 21/1

13:00-18:25

1 stop6h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/1

17:15-00:46

1 stop6h 31m

£125

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/1

09:59-23:02

1 stop14h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/1

13:34-23:24

1 stop8h 50m

£130

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Chicago, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of £598). Flying from New York to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 38% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

The most flights from NYC to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (179 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (68 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 22 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Chicago, such as Frontier, American Airlines and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very Good
9,469 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very Good
8,747 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.5
Good
3,382 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (£108), Frontier (£110), and American Airlines (£111) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Chicago. Spirit Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Chicago one-way?

    £58 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from £59 and £62, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Chicago consider choosing Malaysia Airlines (96%), China Airlines (95%) or SkyWest Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Chicago is £62. On average you can expect to pay £110. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for £116.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Chicago 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 New York to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of £598). Flying from New York to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). 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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JetBlueCheapest£54Average£108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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