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Frontier Logo
12:00 - 15:24ORD-JFK
2h 24mdirect
Frontier Logo
13:00 - 22:46JFK-ORD
10h 46m1 stop
$137Frontier
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Sat, 17 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
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17:53 - 20:59ORD-LGA
2h 06mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
07:30 - 09:12LGA-ORD
2h 42mdirect
$154Spirit Airlines
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Sat, 17 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:41 - 01:13ORD-EWR
7h 32m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:00 - 22:37EWR-ORD
2h 37mdirect
$168Multiple Airlines
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Sat, 17 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
Spirit Airlines Logo
17:53 - 20:59ORD-LGA
2h 06mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
07:30 - 09:12LGA-ORD
2h 42mdirect
$170Spirit Airlines
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Fri, 23 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 10:08ORD-LGA
2h 08mdirect
United Airlines Logo
11:15 - 13:03LGA-ORD
2h 48mdirect
$207United Airlines
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Sat, 10 Jan - Sat, 10 Jan
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 16:11ORD-LGA
2h 11mdirect
United Airlines Logo
21:15 - 22:57LGA-ORD
2h 42mdirect
$211United Airlines
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Tue, 9 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
Delta Logo
10:36 - 14:03ORD-JFK
2h 27mdirect
Delta Logo
15:50 - 17:46JFK-ORD
2h 56mdirect
$211Delta
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Wed, 10 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec
Delta Logo
09:40 - 12:47ORD-LGA
2h 07mdirect
Delta Logo
14:30 - 16:22LGA-ORD
2h 52mdirect
$213Delta
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Wed, 17 Dec - Wed, 7 Jan
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06:00 - 09:14ORD-JFK
2h 14mdirect
JetBlue Logo
17:30 - 19:45JFK-ORD
3h 15mdirect
$213JetBlue
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Thu, 18 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan
JetBlue Logo
08:45 - 12:02ORD-JFK
2h 17mdirect
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17:30 - 19:45JFK-ORD
3h 15mdirect
$214JetBlue
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Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 8 Jan

JetBlue flights from Chicago to New York

Our best JetBlue deals on Chicago to New York flight tickets
JetBlue
18 Dec
ORD06:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 14m
JFK09:14New York John F Kennedy Intl
8 Jan
JFK17:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 15m
ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
JetBlue
21 Jan
ORD07:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 48m
1 stop
JFK13:33New York John F Kennedy Intl
21 Jan
JFK17:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
3h 15m
ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
JetBlue
8 Dec
ORD07:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 17m
JFK10:17New York John F Kennedy Intl
9 Dec
JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 52m
ORD21:52Chicago O'Hare Intl

Delta flights from Chicago to New York

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to New York flight tickets
Delta
10 Dec
ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 34m
JFK22:04New York John F Kennedy Intl
11 Dec
JFK10:52New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 51m
ORD12:43Chicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
17 Dec
ORD09:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 07m
LGA12:47New York LaGuardia
7 Jan
LGA14:30New York LaGuardia
2h 52m
ORD16:22Chicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
8 Jan
ORD07:01Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 29m
JFK10:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
10 Jan
JFK19:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 53m
ORD20:53Chicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

12:00-15:24

Nonstop2h 24m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/1

13:00-22:46

1 stop10h 46m

$137

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

17:53-20:59

Nonstop2h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 22/1

07:30-09:12

Nonstop2h 42m

$154

ChicagoNewark

ORD - EWR

ORDEWR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

16:41-01:13

1 stop7h 32m

Newark

Thu 22/1

21:00-22:37

Nonstop2h 37m

$168

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/1

17:53-20:59

Nonstop2h 06m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 25/1

07:30-09:12

Nonstop2h 42m

$170

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

07:00-10:08

Nonstop2h 08m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 10/1

11:15-13:03

Nonstop2h 48m

$207

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/12

13:00-16:11

Nonstop2h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/12

21:15-22:57

Nonstop2h 42m

$211

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/12

10:36-14:03

Nonstop2h 27m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 13/12

15:50-17:46

Nonstop2h 56m

$211

ChicagoNew York

ORD - LGA

ORDLGA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/12

09:40-12:47

Nonstop2h 07m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/1

14:30-16:22

Nonstop2h 52m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/12

06:00-09:14

Nonstop2h 14m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/1

17:30-19:45

Nonstop3h 15m

$213

ChicagoNew York

ORD - JFK

ORDJFK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/1

08:45-12:02

Nonstop2h 17m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/1

17:30-19:45

Nonstop3h 15m

$214

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to New York

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Chicago, with most prices found around $241. The month of February is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $281.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $228. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $731.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to New York in the evening for as low as $220. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is in the afternoon when prices are around $409.

What is the cheapest Chicago to New York flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to New York LaGuardia for the best Chicago - New York flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $349 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Chicago for as low as $259 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to New York flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to New York flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to New York flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to New York.

How have Chicago to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Chicago to New York flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to New York

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to New York according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to New York (CHI to NYC) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to New York

Fastest flight time

2h 04m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New York

2 airports
The fastest flight from Chicago to New York takes 2h 04m
Direct flights go from Chicago to New York every day.
There are 2 airports near New York: Newark (EWR), New York LaGuardia (LGA)
  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to New York?

    At 2h 04m, choosing to opt for a flight from Chicago to New York for this trip as opposed to a train from Chicago to New York or a bus from Chicago to New York can save you time on travel.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Chicago to New York?

    Planning to book a flight from Chicago to New York can be a safe bet when looking for a low-cost deal to your destination. Currently, a train and a bus are priced higher than the cost of a flight. You can search prices for a train from Chicago starting at $441 to New York or a bus from Chicago to New York starting at $373 if that is your preferred method of transportation.

  • How far is Chicago to New York by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to New York will travel around 1143.9 km. Flights usually cover this in 2h 04m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to New York?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to New York?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to New York.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to New York?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to New York?

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Chicago to New York flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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