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Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chicago from £69

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 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CHI
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£81

One-way from

£69

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£204

Good round-trip deal

£122 or less

Good one-way deal

£38 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/5-20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 12m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 20/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 44m total
  • Newark to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Tue 6/520:59EWR - ORD
1 stop12h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 20/521:08ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/3£81
Sat 3/521:55EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/510:36ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3£123
Mon 12/505:59EWR - ORD
1 stop13h 38mDelta
Mon 19/519:25ORD - EWR
1 stop12h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/3£137
Thu 1/511:41EWR - ORD
1 stop8h 28mSun Country Air
Sun 4/520:05ORD - EWR
1 stop13h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 27/3£205
Mon 7/410:51EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 49mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/413:14ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/3£263

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 27 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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Newark

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Tue 6/5

20:59-08:50

1 stop12h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/5

21:08-00:29

Nonstop2h 21m

£81

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 3/5

21:55-23:44

Nonstop2h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/5

10:36-13:53

Nonstop2h 17m

£123

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 12/5

05:59-18:37

1 stop13h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 19/5

19:25-09:00

1 stop12h 35m

£137

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 1/5

11:41-19:09

1 stop8h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

20:05-10:44

1 stop13h 39m

£205

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 7/4

09:30-14:15

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/4

18:43-22:07

Nonstop2h 24m

£250

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 20/4

13:00-16:44

1 stop4h 44m

£69

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 3/5

06:59-14:20

1 stop8h 21m

£77

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 30/6

09:00-08:51

1 stop24h 51m

£94

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 17/7

11:41-19:11

1 stop8h 30m

£149

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 2/4

13:29-15:10

Nonstop2h 41m

£182

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Newark to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Chicago is 77 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 EWR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 27 March 2025.

When flying from Newark Airport to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark 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 27 March 2025.

The most flights from EWR to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 27 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from New York to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,895 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
348 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,798 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at £81. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at £123 and £137, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 58% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Chicago one-way?

    £69 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from £77 and £94, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Newark Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (91%), Japan Airlines (90%), Emirates( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago is generally £195, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £29. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £116 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chicago (average of £595). Flying from Newark Airport to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 airline flying from Newark to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£46Average£96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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