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Cheap flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport from £49

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — LGA
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to New York LaGuardia are usually found in September or January, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to LaGuardia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to LaGuardia (LGA). 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 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£70

One-way from

£49

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£196

Good round-trip deal

£153 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 00m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Chicago to New York
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to LaGuardia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to LaGuardia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2025.

Sun 11/505:51ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 18/519:55LGA - ORD
1 stop13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 26/3£70
Wed 28/506:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 10mDelta
Wed 28/514:45LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 43mDelta
Deal found 27/3£106
Fri 25/407:00ORD - LGA
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Fri 2/507:25LGA - ORD
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 26/3£130
Fri 30/518:30ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/620:30LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3£138
Mon 26/506:17ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 30/505:55LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/3£171
Wed 2/410:37ORD - LGA
1 stop5h 21mJetBlue
Mon 7/414:48LGA - ORD
1 stop5h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 26/3£184

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport that are best for you.

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Chicago

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LaGuardia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/5

05:51-09:00

Nonstop2h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 18/5

19:55-08:50

1 stop13h 55m

£70

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

06:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/5

14:45-16:28

Nonstop2h 43m

£106

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 25/4

07:00-16:00

1 stop8h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 2/5

07:25-16:45

1 stop10h 20m

£130

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/5

18:30-21:54

Nonstop2h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/6

20:30-22:09

Nonstop2h 39m

£138

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/5

06:17-09:23

Nonstop2h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/5

05:55-07:28

Nonstop2h 33m

£171

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/4

10:42-16:56

1 stop5h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 15/4

14:48-19:27

1 stop5h 39m

£203

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/4

19:47-10:02

1 stop13h 15m

£49

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/5

07:00-10:13

Nonstop2h 13m

£53

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/4

13:00-16:13

Nonstop2h 13m

£58

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 25/4

07:00-16:00

1 stop8h 00m

£65

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to LaGuardia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport

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

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

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of £502). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £765). 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 CHI to LGA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to LaGuardia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to LaGuardia. 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 28 March 2025.

The most flights from CHI to LGA are scheduled on a Friday (78 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in LaGuardia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York LaGuardia Airport ranges from 71.0 - 114.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 114.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit New York LaGuardia Airport when rainfall is around 71.0 mm.

Temperature in LaGuardia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York LaGuardia Airport, 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 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 1.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing LaGuardia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to LaGuardia. 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 LaGuardia. Reviews last updated 28 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to New York to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
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Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
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Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to LaGuardia. 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 Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £70, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £106 and £115, respectively. You may be able to fly from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport are Spirit Airlines (£49), Delta (£53), and United Airlines (£58).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport consider choosing Air France (100%), Republic Airways (88%) or Delta (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport is £77. On average you can expect to pay £182. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New York LaGuardia), can usually be booked for £46.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of £502). Flying from Chicago to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £765). 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 2 airlines flying from Chicago to LaGuardia

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest£77Average£140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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