How many flights depart from New York to Illinois on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 41 flights per day flying from New York to Illinois. The most common time of day flights depart is 15:00, with 44% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York to Illinois on average per week?

As of January 2026, 293 flights take off from New York and land in Illinois each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Illinois?

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Illinois

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

Prices for flights from New York to Illinois were last updated today.

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

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 New York to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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23:05 - 00:40

EWR

ORD

2h 35mdirect

18:51 - 22:00

ORD

EWR

2h 09mdirect

$129Spirit Airlines

Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

21:05 - 22:42

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ORD

2h 37mdirect

16:38 - 19:46

ORD

EWR

2h 08mdirect

$147Spirit Airlines

Fri, 6 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

23:05 - 00:40

EWR

ORD

2h 35mdirect

18:51 - 22:00

ORD

EWR

2h 09mdirect

$148Spirit Airlines

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23:05 - 00:40

EWR

ORD

2h 35mdirect

18:02 - 01:08

ORD

EWR

6h 06m

1 stop

$169Multiple Airlines

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22:39 - 00:07

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ORD

2h 28mdirect

18:16 - 21:24

ORD

EWR

2h 08mdirect

$173Spirit Airlines

Tue, 7 Apr - Sat, 11 Apr

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ORD

11h 53m

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ORD

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2h 09mdirect

$179Multiple Airlines

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23:05 - 00:40

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ORD

2h 35mdirect

18:51 - 22:00

ORD

EWR

2h 09mdirect

$187Spirit Airlines

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ORD

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11:51 - 01:08

ORD

EWR

12h 17m

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$193Frontier

Tue, 3 Mar - Wed, 4 Mar

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ORD

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2h 10mdirect

$194Spirit Airlines

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21:05 - 22:42

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ORD

2h 37mdirect

16:38 - 19:46

ORD

EWR

2h 08mdirect

$197Spirit Airlines

Thu, 29 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

Delta flights from New York to Illinois

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Delta

21 Feb

EWR09:47Newark

4h 33m

1 stop

ORD13:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

25 Feb

ORD10:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 27m

1 stop

EWR16:02Newark

$266

Delta

23 Feb

EWR09:47Newark

4h 33m

1 stop

ORD13:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Feb

ORD17:37Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 29m

1 stop

EWR23:06Newark

$272

Delta

15 Feb

EWR06:00Newark

4h 41m

1 stop

ORD09:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

18 Feb

ORD09:52Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 01m

1 stop

EWR16:53Newark

$274

Spirit Airlines flights from New York to Illinois

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Spirit Airlines

17 Feb

EWR23:05Newark

2h 35m

ORD00:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Feb

ORD18:51Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 09m

EWR22:00Newark

$129

Spirit Airlines

6 Feb

EWR21:05Newark

2h 37m

ORD22:42Chicago O'Hare Intl

8 Feb

ORD16:38Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 08m

EWR19:46Newark

$147

Spirit Airlines

4 Mar

EWR23:05Newark

2h 35m

ORD00:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

11 Mar

ORD18:51Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 09m

EWR22:00Newark

$148

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23:05-00:40

Nonstop2h 35m

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18:51-22:00

Nonstop2h 09m

$129

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EWRORD

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21:05-22:42

Nonstop2h 37m

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Nonstop2h 08m

$147

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EWRORD

Newark

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23:05-00:40

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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18:51-22:00

Nonstop2h 09m

$148

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EWRORD

Newark

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23:05-00:40

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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18:02-01:08

1 stop6h 06m

$169

NewarkChicago

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EWRORD

Newark

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22:39-00:07

Nonstop2h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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18:16-21:24

Nonstop2h 08m

$173

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

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05:59-16:52

1 stop11h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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$179

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EWRORD

Newark

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Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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$187

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EWRORD

Newark

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05:59-16:52

1 stop11h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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1 stop12h 17m

$193

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

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10:05-11:46

Nonstop2h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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06:00-09:10

Nonstop2h 10m

$194

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 29/1

21:05-22:42

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/2

16:38-19:46

Nonstop2h 08m

$197

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Illinois. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $272. If you’re not able to fly to Illinois in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Illinois during February average around $283.

What is the cheapest New York to Illinois flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $356 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from New York for as low as $251 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Illinois 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 New York to Illinois flights?

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

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Fastest flight time	4h 29m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The fastest flight from New York to Illinois takes 4h 29m

Direct flights go from New York to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From New York there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Illinois?
Prices for flights from New York to Illinois were last updated today.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Illinois?
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 New York to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Illinois?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Illinois, the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800, making up 14.67% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 13.02%, Boeing 737-900 with 7.62%, and Airbus A320 (sharklets) with 7.32%.

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Can I find flights from New York to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Illinois from New York on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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