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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Chicago from C$ 87

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CHI
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Chicago are usually found in September or January, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 190

One-way from

C$ 87

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 319

Good round-trip deal

C$ 142 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 217 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 28/5-28/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 03m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 58m total
  • New York to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from New York to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2025.

Mon 26/56:05 a.m.LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mDelta
Wed 28/56:55 p.m.ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 22mDelta
Deal found 17/4C$ 190
Sat 24/56:30 p.m.EWR - ORD
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Wed 28/53:33 p.m.ORD - EWR
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Deal found 17/4C$ 218
Wed 17/98:00 a.m.EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/910:45 a.m.ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 220
Wed 28/56:00 a.m.LGA - ORD
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/56:30 p.m.ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 232
Sat 21/65:00 a.m.EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 22/65:15 a.m.ORD - EWR
1 stop9h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 245
Fri 25/410:57 a.m.LGA - ORD
1 stop7h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 28/55:51 a.m.ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 283
Fri 25/46:30 a.m.LGA - ORD
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Wed 28/53:22 p.m.ORD - LGA
1 stop6h 03mFrontier
Deal found 17/4C$ 286
Fri 9/57:25 a.m.LGA - ORD
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Sun 11/57:00 a.m.ORD - LGA
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 17/4C$ 309
Wed 14/512:55 p.m.LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/58:15 p.m.ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 331
Mon 5/57:19 a.m.EWR - ORD
Nonstop2h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/57:02 a.m.ORD - EWR
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 349
Sun 20/410:00 p.m.EWR - ORD
1 stop11h 54mFrontier
Sat 26/410:22 a.m.ORD - EWR
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Deal found 17/4C$ 419
Sun 4/511:41 a.m.EWR - ORD
1 stop8h 28mSun Country Air
Thu 8/58:05 p.m.ORD - EWR
1 stop13h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 17/4C$ 464

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New York

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 26/5

6:05 a.m.-7:42 a.m.

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

6:55 p.m.-10:17 p.m.

Nonstop2h 22m

C$ 190

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 24/5

6:30 p.m.-11:17 p.m.

1 stop5h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

3:33 p.m.-11:28 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

C$ 218

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Wed 17/9

8:00 a.m.-9:37 a.m.

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 20/9

10:45 a.m.-2:09 p.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

C$ 220

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/5

6:00 a.m.-9:38 a.m.

1 stop4h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

6:30 p.m.-9:54 p.m.

Nonstop2h 24m

C$ 232

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sat 21/6

5:00 a.m.-6:37 a.m.

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/6

5:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 245

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Fri 9/5

7:25 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/5

7:00 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 55m

C$ 309

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/5

12:55 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 16/5

8:15 p.m.-11:32 p.m.

Nonstop2h 17m

C$ 331

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Mon 5/5

7:19 a.m.-9:01 a.m.

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/5

7:02 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 25m

C$ 349

New YorkChicago

LGA - ORD

LGAORD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 30/4

5:55 a.m.-2:26 p.m.

1 stop9h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/4

7:47 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop13h 08m

C$ 358

NewarkChicago

EWR - ORD

EWRORD

Newark

Sun 4/5

11:41 a.m.-7:09 p.m.

1 stop8h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/5

8:05 p.m.-10:44 a.m.

1 stop13h 39m

C$ 464

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 35 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Chicago. 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 New York to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from New York to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 355). 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 NYC to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 17 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 63% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 17 April 2025.

The most flights from NYC to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (185 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (81 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 mm 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 17 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from New York to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chicago (average of C$ 261). Flying from New York to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 355). 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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