Cheap flights from New York to Chicago from €59

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Spirit Airlines Logo
15:29 - 17:13LGA-ORD
2h 44mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:55 - 23:25ORD-LGA
10h 30m1 stop
€109Spirit Airlines
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Thu, 16 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
Spirit Airlines Logo
15:29 - 17:13LGA-ORD
2h 44mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:13 - 14:08ORD-LGA
1h 55mdirect
€113Spirit Airlines
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Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
Frontier Logo
06:59 - 16:57JFK-ORD
10h 58m1 stop
Frontier Logo
06:40 - 10:03ORD-JFK
2h 23mdirect
€115Frontier
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Thu, 16 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
JetBlue Logo
10:30 - 12:22JFK-ORD
2h 52mdirect
JetBlue Logo
06:45 - 09:59ORD-JFK
2h 14mdirect
€116JetBlue
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Tue, 21 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
United Airlines Logo
08:25 - 10:02LGA-ORD
2h 37mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:16ORD-LGA
2h 16mdirect
€116United Airlines
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Tue, 14 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
Frontier Logo
06:26 - 11:30LGA-ORD
6h 04m1 stop
Frontier Logo
05:11 - 11:29ORD-LGA
5h 18m1 stop
€117Frontier
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Sat, 1 Nov - Sun, 2 Nov
JetBlue Logo
10:30 - 12:22JFK-ORD
2h 52mdirect
JetBlue Logo
06:45 - 09:59ORD-JFK
2h 14mdirect
€117JetBlue
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Tue, 21 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:30 - 23:28LGA-ORD
6h 58m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:08 - 14:03ORD-LGA
1h 55mdirect
€118Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 30 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
United Airlines Logo
07:28 - 09:05LGA-ORD
2h 37mdirect
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:16ORD-LGA
2h 16mdirect
€120United Airlines
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Wed, 8 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 07:38EWR-ORD
2h 38mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:50 - 01:06ORD-EWR
6h 16m1 stop
€160Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 2 Oct - Mon, 6 Oct

American Airlines flights from New York to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to Chicago flight tickets
American Airlines
1 Nov
LGA18:59New York LaGuardia
2h 41m
ORD20:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
3 Nov
ORD20:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 06m
LGA23:36New York LaGuardia
American Airlines
23 Oct
EWR06:59Newark
2h 43m
ORD08:42Chicago O'Hare Intl
27 Oct
ORD19:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 29m
EWR22:29Newark
American Airlines
31 Oct
EWR06:59Newark
2h 43m
ORD08:42Chicago O'Hare Intl
3 Nov
ORD19:14Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 16m
EWR22:30Newark

Spirit Airlines flights from New York to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on New York to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
16 Oct
LGA15:29New York LaGuardia
2h 44m
ORD17:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
18 Oct
ORD11:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 30m
1 stop
LGA23:25New York LaGuardia
Spirit Airlines
7 Oct
LGA15:29New York LaGuardia
2h 44m
ORD17:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
8 Oct
ORD11:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 55m
LGA14:08New York LaGuardia
Spirit Airlines
30 Sept
LGA15:13New York LaGuardia
2h 38m
ORD16:51Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Oct
ORD11:13Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 05m
LGA14:18New York LaGuardia

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New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 16/10

15:29-17:13

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/10

11:55-23:25

1 stop10h 30m

€109

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/10

15:29-17:13

Nonstop2h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/10

11:13-14:08

Nonstop1h 55m

€113

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 16/10

06:59-16:57

1 stop10h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/10

06:40-10:03

Nonstop2h 23m

€115

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

10:30-12:22

Nonstop2h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/10

06:45-09:59

Nonstop2h 14m

€116

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/10

08:25-10:02

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/10

06:00-09:16

Nonstop2h 16m

€116

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/11

06:26-11:30

1 stop6h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/11

05:11-11:29

1 stop5h 18m

€117

New YorkChicago

JFK - ORD

JFKORD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

10:30-12:22

Nonstop2h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/10

06:45-09:59

Nonstop2h 14m

€117

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Thu 30/10

17:30-23:28

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

11:08-14:03

Nonstop1h 55m

€118

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/10

07:28-09:05

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/10

06:00-09:16

Nonstop2h 16m

€120

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Thu 2/10

06:00-07:38

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/10

17:50-01:06

1 stop6h 16m

€160

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from New York is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around €156, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Chicago in January, then you should wait until February to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of €160.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chicago from New York is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as €146. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chicago on Tuesday is €521.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as €105. Flying to Chicago in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at midday when prices are €521 on average. Flights to Chicago from New York at midday are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to Chicago flight route?

Fly from New York LaGuardia to Chicago Midway for the best New York - Chicago flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around €214 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from New York for as low as €169 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on New York to Chicago 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 Chicago flights?

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

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

As of September 2025, prices for New York to Chicago flights are approximately 31% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Chicago

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

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

Fastest flight time

2h 23m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The fastest flight from New York to Chicago takes 2h 23m
Direct flights go from New York to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
  • Is flying the fastest way to get from New York to Chicago?

    We’ve found that taking a flight from New York to Chicago with {10} is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from New York to Chicago or a bus from New York to Chicago can take you longer than a 2h 27m flight.

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

    A flight from New York to Chicago is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a train from New York to Chicago starting at €168, or consider a bus from New York to Chicago starting at €151. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

  • How far is New York to Chicago by plane?

    Chicago is 1143.9 km away from New York. Flights usually cover this in 2h 27m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. 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 New York to Chicago?

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